How Do You Remove Old Asphalt Roof Shingles?
The roof of a home is exposed to a lot of wear and tear, mainly from being exposed to the natural weather elements. Rain, snow, wind and various other conditions can harm asphalt shingles over time. Old asphalt shingles should be removed and replaced to protect the home. If the shingles are damaged or in poor condition, water may seep through the roof into the home. Installing new shingles is a complex project that may not be suitable for just any individual. Removing old shingles, however, is a project that you can do yourself, to save some money. Place a large tarp or dumpster on the ground below for easier disposal of the shingles. Asphalt shingles are quite heavy and can be troublesome to clean up if just scattered all over the yard. Work from the top of the roof down, starting at the roof ridge. Shingles are installed in layers so it is necessary to remove the top layers before removing the bottom. Push a shingle scraper under the uppermost layer of shingles until you feel resista
