Deck underlayment
The whole deck is covered with lapped underlayment so wind-driven rain has a backup.
Shingle Roofing
Shingle Roof Installation Ridgewood, NJ
A new shingle roof in Ridgewood is a system of layers, and each one has to go on in the right order for the shingles to do their job, with nailing and flashing done to the shingle instructions. One call to (551) 370-0363 reaches a nearby roofer who installs shingle roofs.
What you see from the street is maybe half of a shingle roof. The layers under the shingles include drip edge, ice and water shield, underlayment and starter strip, each with its own job. Flashing at every wall, chimney, valley and pipe, plus intake and exhaust ventilation, finishes the system.
Shingle choice sets the look, the wind rating and the life of the roof. 3-tab shingles are thin and uniform, and architectural shingles are thicker laminated shingles with a textured, shadowed look and higher wind ratings. Where hail is a concern, Class 4 impact-resistant shingles are worth a look, and your insurer can tell you whether they change anything on your policy.
Pitch matters before anything is ordered. Below a 2 in 12 slope, water moves too slowly for shingles, so low sections get a membrane roof instead. A low porch or shed dormer may need a membrane section joined carefully to the shingles.
Shingle Roof Installation is often paired with shingle roof replacement and roof installation, depending on the cause.
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Call nowThe process
How shingle roof installation works
A shingle roof is built from the eaves up, layer over layer.
Prepare the deck
Sheathing has to be flat, dry and well fastened, so loose sheets are renailed and damaged ones replaced. A wet deck is never covered.
Seal the edges
The eaves get drip edge and a band of ice and water shield, and the valleys get a full-length strip. In cold climates the ice barrier extends past the inside of the exterior wall.
Lay the underlayment
Synthetic underlayment or felt is rolled out in overlapping rows from the bottom up, then drip edge goes on along the rakes over it. Synthetic underlayment is lighter, stronger and less likely to wrinkle than felt.
Starter strip
A starter strip with factory sealant runs along the eaves and rakes so the first course and the edges are glued down. That is where wind damage usually begins on a poorly built roof.
Shingle the field
The field is shingled with correct offsets and nailing, with step flashing, kickout flashing and pipe boots set as the courses reach them. Valleys are either open metal or closed-cut shingle valleys.
Cap the roof
The ridge gets a continuous vent and cap shingles, and the soffits are checked for open intake. Balanced airflow keeps the attic cooler and drier and helps the shingles last.
What is included
What a new shingle roof includes
Ridge ventilation
New flashing and balanced ventilation finish the system which is where most leaks would otherwise start.
Eave membrane
Self-adhering membrane is applied at the eaves and in valleys beneath the underlayment and shingles.
Shingle selection
The roofer helps compare shingle types so the look and performance both fit.
Starter strip
The edges get drip edge and starter shingles for a clean, sealed edge.
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Architectural Shingle Installation Ridgewood, NJ
Architectural shingles go on over the same deck, underlayment and starter as any shingle, with their own nailing pattern. The nails must land in the narrow area where the two laminated layers overlap, or the bottom layer can slip and the wind rating is lost. The ridge and hips get thicker cap shingles made for the line, not cut 3-tab pieces.
Most new shingle roofs in Ridgewood are architectural, and for good reason. Their weight and laminated build give them higher wind ratings and a longer life. A sample board viewed outside, next to the siding, is the best way to choose a color.
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Asphalt Shingle Roof Installation Ridgewood, NJ
Asphalt shingle roof installation is standard work, but the quality varies a lot from one crew to the next. Problems on new roofs usually trace to high nails, skipped starter or reused flashing. Ask the roofer to explain the nailing pattern, the underlayment and how walls and valleys will be flashed.
Most asphalt shingle installs in Ridgewood wrap up quickly once materials are on site. Shingles seal best in warm sun, so roofs installed in cold weather are often hand sealed along the edges. Plan around a dry stretch, since the deck should never be covered while wet.
Local help
Shingle Roof Installation Near Me
New shingle roofs in Ridgewood go on everything from new houses and additions to reroofs of older homes. Across Ridgewood and nearby communities including Glen Rock, Midland Park, Waldwick and Hawthorne, architectural shingles have replaced 3-tab as the usual pick on new installations, so it pays to talk through wind ratings and impact resistance before choosing. Searching for shingle roof installation near me? Ask how the flashing and ventilation will be handled.
Need shingle roof installation around Ridgewood? Call (551) 370-0363 for a Ridgewood roofer who serves the towns around it too.
What the local climate does to a roof
Cold winters bring snow, ice and a long stretch of freezing nights. Heat escaping from the attic melts snow on the upper roof, and the water refreezes at the colder eaves, which is how ice dams form and back water up under the shingles. Strong coastal storms push rain into every weak spot at the flashing and valleys. Most homeowners in Ridgewood, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why not wait
Drier ceilings
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Local knowledge
Roofers in Ridgewood know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Know what happens next
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Common questions about shingle roof installation
How steep does a roof need to be for shingles?
Asphalt shingles need a slope of at least 2 in 12. Low slopes from 2 in 12 up to 4 in 12 need extra underlayment. Flatter sections are roofed with a membrane instead.
How many nails should each shingle have?
Nail count and placement decide how well shingles stay on in wind. Standard nailing uses four nails, and high-wind areas often require six. Nails set too high miss the course below, and overdriven nails cut the mat, which is how shingles blow off a new roof.
What kind of underlayment should go under shingles?
Starting at the deck, a new roof gets drip edge, ice and water shield at the eaves and valleys, underlayment over the rest and a starter strip at the edges. Most roofers now use synthetic underlayment instead of felt, since it lies flat and resists tearing. Local code decides where ice barrier is required.
What is the best season for a shingle roof installation?
Warm, dry days give the best results for a shingle install. In cold weather shingles get stiff and the sealant strips need sun to bond, so roofers handle them carefully and often hand seal the edges. Rain and snow are the real limits, since a wet deck should never be covered.
Which is better, 3-tab or architectural shingles?
3-tab shingles are a single flat layer with cutouts, while architectural shingles are two laminated layers. For most homes architectural shingles are the better value over the life of the roof. A roofer can help weigh the two for your house.
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Often needed together
Shingle Roof Replacement
Replacing an aging shingle roof once repairs no longer hold, so the new roof starts on a sound, dry deck.
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New roof installation done in the right order with the right details, whether it is asphalt shingles, metal or another material.
Learn moreRoof Ventilation
Balancing attic intake and exhaust with soffit vents, ridge vents and attic fans, based on what the attic actually needs.
Learn moreGutter Installation
Seamless gutter installation sized to the roof, pitched to the downspouts and hung on hidden hangers, from K-style aluminum to half-round and copper.
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