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Installation |
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Question: |
What if it rains
during the installation of my roof? |
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Answer: |
Weather in New
England
can be unpredictable, so we pay close attention. We only
remove the amount of roofing sections that can be re-roofed the same day. We avoid
working when possible when rain is forecasted. When we leave for
the day, you can expect your roof to be weather tight.
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Subject: |
Replacement |
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Question: |
What is involved in
replacing my roof? |
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Answer: |
Your existing
shingles will be stripped down to the roof
sheathing (which will be replaced if necessary), Ice &
Water Barrier will then be installed along the gutter
edge and in the valleys, Felt Paper installed over the
remainder of the sheathing, Aluminum Drip Edge around
the entire perimeter of the roof, New Roofing Shingles,
Ridgevent at the peak, and finally, Roofing Caps.
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Subject: |
Warranty |
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Question: |
What is the warranty
of a new roof? |
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Answer: |
Depending on the
product you choose, you can expect a warranty of 25
years to lifetime. |
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Subject: |
New Roof |
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Question: |
When do I re-roof? |
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Answer: |
Look for these signs:
- Attic leakage after a
wind driven rainstorm or ice buildup.
- Blistering and/or
peeling of interior and/or exterior paint. Interior
staining of ceilings and walls.
- Decay of roofing
shingles, sheathing or siding.
- Missing, cracked or
curling shingles.
- Dark "dirty looking"
areas on the roof.
- Excessive energy
costs.
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Subject: |
Installation |
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Question: |
Can a roof be
installed over the existing roof? |
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Answer: |
Yes. A new layer of
shingles can be installed over the existing layer
provided that only one layer exists and it is in fairly
good condition. If two layers exist, both must be
removed. We recommend removing the existing
roofing in every case for the best possible results. |
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Subject: |
Weathering and
shingles |
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Question: |
What causes failure
of roofing shingles? |
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Answer: |
Normal weather!
Intense heat from the sun, ultraviolet radiation,
moisture, pollution, rain, snow and ice, traffic, and
tree limbs all contribute to aging and degradation of
your roof. In addition to all the exterior and climatic
forces that impact performance of your roof, consider
internal factors. Improperly ventilated air space
inhibits air movement and can inverse moisture content. |
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