Residential Roofing Best Practices

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Residential roofing best practices. Leakages in roofing systems are more than just an annoying problem during the rainy season. Understand the roof s intended use once the building is completed. As a best practices approach an augmented underlayment can provide an effective secondary roof barrier to reduce water penetration in the event that the primary roof is damaged by wind or windborne debris see figure 8 3. Roof underlayment for asphalt shingle roofs.

Adapted paraphrased with permission from best practices guide to residential construction chapter on best roofing practices. Below 40 f shingles are brittle and crack easily when hammered or bent. Coordinate with other disciplines. Will the roof s surface be used for anything besides.

Best practices in extending the life of residential roofs patch up leaks immediately. Best practice roofing techniques roi determining factors in selecting a contractor is not isolated to the lowest price or best sales pitch. Installation temperature requirements for asphalt shingle roofs ideally shingles should be installed at temperatures ranging from 40 f to 85 f. Apply metal drip strips of suitable design to protect sheathing edges and prevent wind driven rain from blowing under roofing along the eaves and rakes.

Understand the construction process and how the roof might be used during construction. Asphalt shingles must be inspected at least once every one to three years. Evaluations should include the overall asset value and the return on investment roi which is proportionate to the quality and proficiency of the contractor selected.