Asphalt shingle roofs are built to protect homes from different weather elements. But in any typical asphalt shingle roofing system, the material isn’t enough to ensure effective protection against the elements. It’s an intricate system of components that work together, so it must be installed according to manufacturer guidelines.
Whether you had it installed recently or had it for years, it’s important to know if your asphalt roofing system is installed correctly. This ensures that it can effectively keep out the weather while retaining comfortable indoor temperatures. Trusted residential roof repair contractor NC Rebuild, Inc. shares what you need to look for in a well-installed shingle roof system:
Excellent Consistency
An easy way to determine if you have a well-installed roof is to observe the shingles from ground level. Check if they look aligned and uniform across the entire roof surface. If you notice some of the rows don’t look aligned, it’s a sure sign that it wasn’t installed properly. You should also check if there aren’t any areas in your roof that are colored differently. If you see some patches of discoloration on your roof, it can either be due to algae or the quality of the material.
Proper Shingle Nailing
Depending on the local climate, asphalt shingles should each have the right amount of nails when installed. They should also hang around an inch over a roof or about one and a half inches for drip edge flashing. An experienced and trusted roofing contractor knows how many shingles must be installed; if there are too many shingles installed at the edge of your roof, they can be blown off easily under strong winds. The dripping water from the excess shingles can also get in contact with the fascia boards and slowly rot over time.
Flashing Are Correctly Installed
Flashing should be installed near skylights, chimneys, dormers, vents, vent pipes and where two roofing slopes meet (i.e. roof valleys). These are the more vulnerable areas of your roof, and the materials used must be made from galvanized steel or aluminum. Copper can also be used depending on the style of your roof. If your flashing isn’t properly installed, these areas become the first places where water can seep into your roof.
As a leading residential gutter installation company in the area that also specializes in professional roofing services, NC Rebuild, Inc. always gets the job done right. Call us at (919) 625-5453 or you can fill out our online contact form. We serve Raleigh and the surrounding NC areas!
