A full roof replacement involves removing the old roofing system down to the original deck of the home, and then completely re-inspecting every aspect of the structure to ensure there are no hidden issues. Then a brand-new roofing system will be installed which is designed to withstand the extreme weather conditions experienced by upstate new york such as; freeze/thaw cycles, ice dams, heavy snow pack and summer storms. All projects include installation of an ice and water shield on all eave and valley areas — not just where code requires it.
Winters in upstate new york are some of the harshest in the country. The temperature can drop 60 degrees in one week, causing ice to expand into every seam or crack of your roof. And when combined with heavy snow loads over many months your roof has conditions that most roofing materials were never intended for. Therefore, we choose our materials based on their testing for use in cold climates and install them using a higher nailing pattern than recommended by the manufacturer for we have seen firsthand the damage caused by short cuts to save money in the long run.
All full replacements start with a complete inspection of the existing deck. Rotting sheathing, improper ventilation, and failing flashings are common reasons why roofs fail early. These defects cannot be detected until the old material is removed. As part of our service we identify and fix all structural problems before applying a single new shingle, therefore ensuring that your investment remains protected from top to bottom.
Once your job is completed we do not simply give you a warranty card and leave. We take you around the entire roof and go through everything that we found and did during the process and also provide you with detailed documents so that your warranty is properly registered. Our cleaning crew uses magnets to clean your yard, takes away every piece of debris, and ensures your property looks exactly like how we found it — except now you have a brand-new roof covering it.