Layover or Tear-Off?
Tear-off means stripping the roof and starting from scratch. This is the best technique, which we recommend to all of our clients. This process includes: • checking the decking for problems, replacing damaged wood decking and re-nailing • applying ice barrier at eaves (ice dam area), in valleys, around skylights or as needed • apply new drip edge • apply new flashing at plumbing vents • re-flash chimney as required • apply continuous ridge vent or other type of roof vent There is another way to re-roof called a layover. This does not entail any stripping; you apply new shingles directly over an existing layer of shingles. This process includes: • stripping off ridge cap • apply new drip edge • apply new flashing at plumbing vents • re-flash chimney as required • apply continuous ridge vent or other type of roof vent It does not include: • checking the decking for problems and re-nailing • applying ice barrier at eaves (ice dam area) around skylights or anywhere else The advantages: • l
