Properly installing a roof can be the difference between that thunderstorm passing over without harming you or your family, and the same storm causing serious damage to your home. Do not underestimate the important of a smooth installation of a new roof. But what would your contractor have to do in order to ensure that the installation runs as smooth as possible? Fortunately, there are a few measures they can take to make sure that everything goes well when installing a new roof. So, if you’re due for a new roof installation in Glen Ellyn IL, make sure these precautions are taken.
#1. Proper Ventilation Installation
Any good roofer knows how to install proper ventilation systems into the roof, so your contractor already plans on doing this beforehand. Without proper ventilation, attics get hot. Warm attics become hot and musty, which warps and twists the wood over time, leading to reduced roof stability. However, put in too much ventilation, or install it incorrectly, and you run the risk of too much air leaving the house, leading to a less efficient ventilation system overall and a much less air conditioned house.
#2. Selecting the Right Shingles
There are two types of considerations you and your contractor need to make when selecting shingles: what works for your climate and environment, and what your house can support. Not all shingles are suited for all environments. Some are better suited for stormy areas, some will blow off under a heavy enough breeze. Likewise, not every house can handle the same kinds of shingles. Asphalt is generally fine, but tile can be too heavy for some supports to handle. Fortunately, your contractor should have your house’s blueprints on hand to tell them what the best shingle type for your house is.
#3. Proper Subsurface Layers
Roofs these days have components called “subsurface layers.” Roofers will, as the job progresses, not only repair any damages they find, but also apply layers of felt and certain weather guards to the edges of the roof. These protect the roof and increase stability and security of the entire home. Be sure to maintain communication with your roofer and contractor during this part of the process to ensure it all went smoothly.
If you need a new roof installed, and want to be sure that all the right steps will be followed to the letter, look no further than MDD Exteriors.
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