Why do different shingle types carry different warranties?
• Why are there sections of my roof where the shingles are buckling or puckering? • Why are the shingles bubbling or bumpy? • Why are the corners of my shingles turning up? • Why are there granules in my gutter? • What are the black streaks on my roof? • What are the aging signs in shingles? • Is it necessary to remove the plastic cellophane tape on the back of shingles? • How do I measure the slope (or pitch) of my roof? The following steps are recommended for the proper removal and replacement of damaged shingles. Notes: In hot weather, cool shingles with a water hose to allow easy separation of the shingle tabs; In cold weather, avoid excessive bending of the shingles as it could cause cracking. Step 1: Loosen adhesive under tabs in the second row above the damaged shingle. Lift tabs and withdraw the exposed nails. Step 2: Loosen and lift tabs in the first row above damaged shingle and withdraw exposed nails. Step 3: Loosen tabs of damaged shingle which can now be removed. Step 4: P