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About Brian Atkins
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Expertise
I can answer any question related to all type of roof repairs (especially tile roof repair and flat roof repair work). I can also answer most new roof or roofing related questions with the exception of questions in regards to single ply roofing (PVC) and standing seam or metal panel roofing. I have little or no experience with those applications.

Experience
I was first introduced to roofing by my father who was started his own roofing career in Orange County CA. By the time I was 10 years old I knew what most general roofing materials were and had some idea of their purpose. At the age of thirteen I started working during the summer for my Fathers roofing company Atkins Certified Custom Home Roofing. After graduating from La Quinta High School in 1988 I immediately began working full time as a journeyman roofer doing roof repair work and complete new roofs. My area of specialty and interests has always been on the roof repair side of the business. My Dad did an excellent job at teaching me the basics of roof repair. He showed me some of the techniques that were taught to him from old time roofers that took him under their belt when he was an apprentice. In 1992 my Dad signed for my first license and formed a partnership with me and I started my first roofing company in Irvine CA. This is where started to make my own niche in roofing by specializing in roof repair, dry rot repair, termite damage repair, and full roof restorations. In 1997 I took the CSLB testing and qualified for a license on my own and moved my roofing business location to Lake Forest, CA 92630. While working for myself and for my father’s company I would guess I have personally done more than a thousand repairs and roofed several hundred homes completely here in Orange County. Currently I own and operate South COunty Roofing company serving the following areas of Orange County Anaheim, Anaheim Hills, Aliso Viejo, Buena Park, Brea, Cypress, Capistrano Beach, Costa Mesa, Corona Del Mar, Dana Point, El Toro, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Foothill Ranch, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, Ladera Ranch, Laguna Beach, Lake Forest, Lemon Heights, Mission Viejo, Orange, Newport Beach, Newport Coast, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, Seal Beach, Silverado Canyon, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Tustin, Trabuco Canyon, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda

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Questions Answered By Expert Brian Atkins
In Category Roofing

Subject	Date Asked

roofing	11/16/2009
Q: in the state of Wisconsin can you shingle over 1 layer of asphalt with another A: I believe you could. Most cities or counties do allow you to do one roof over. But this is a ...
ponding on flat roof	11/12/2009
Q: I live in Arizona, so it doesn't rain much, but when it does, it pours. I have a 32 year old flat ... A: Henry's makes a product called HE176 - pond patch. Directions for applications - ...
leak on first floor, but not from a bathroom	11/11/2009
Q: I have a leak in a first floor bedroom, but have no bathroom upstairs. We noticed a water spot, but ... A: Andi, The only thing you can do in that case is cut out a section of the ceiling and see what is ...
flat roof problems	11/10/2009
Q: i have two flat roofs and have notcied that both have leaked (i was told that they need fixing at ... A: Unfortunately I have no idea what the going labor or material rate is where you live. The best I ...
flat roof maintenance	11/1/2009
Q: We are new homeowners and recently bought a house with a flat roof. The home inspector mentioned we ... A: I would do this just after the rainy season every year. During the raining season the water may ...
Flat tile roof repair	10/28/2009
Q: I have a home that is 50+ years old with a tile roof. I don't know exactly what type of tile, but ... A: The tiles need to be removed and you should install one layer of any Self Adhered base sheet ...
Asphalt applied base sheet	10/23/2009
Q: I have a roof with either a 2 1/2 in 12 or a 3 in 12 pitched roof which was specified to have a ... A: The only reason that it is wrong is because code states that the base sheet be fastened every 12" ...
should I put weather proof underlayment	10/19/2009
Q: I am doing a tear off and resingle in madison wisconson. Should I put weather guard around the edges ... A: I believe it should be installed in all valleys, tin runs, and edges. I even do it here in CA to ...
Flashing for curb mounted skylight on flat tar and gravel roof	10/14/2009
Q: I've installed a 22 1/2" x 34 1/2" Velux curb mounted fixed skylight in a bathroom I'm remodeling ... A: If you would like to secure the flashing to the roof in addition to the other sealing I would do the ...
Flashing for curb mounted skylight on flat tar and gravel roof	10/13/2009
Q: I've installed a 22 1/2" x 34 1/2" Velux curb mounted fixed skylight in a bathroom I'm remodeling ... A: If you have water getting under the repair its the edges of the repair (where the new meets the old) ...
Flat roof failure	10/13/2009
Q: Last year my wife and I hired someone to replace our home's tar-and-gravel flat roof. The roofer we ... A: Good Morning Ander, I would avoid the original roofer and I think he can not be trusted at this ...
Different types of roofs.	10/10/2009
Q: I'm a brand new insurance agent and would love it if you can answer some questions for me. What is ... A: They are the same. When the shingles first started making new profiles in the late 80's they came ...
PSI wash and sealing Spanish Clay Tile Roof	10/8/2009
Q: Have a 20 year old home with Spanish clay tiles in good condition. Recently had the roof and home ... A: Good Morning Fred, Clay tiles do not need to be sealed to the best of my knowledge. I have ...
Mystery Leak	10/6/2009
Q: What should be our next step to solve our mystery roof leak? In early 2005, we had a new ... A: It is difficult for me to tell you exactly what needs to be done because a lot of this work really ...
drip edge with new roof	10/4/2009
Q: I just had a new roof put on due to hail damage. There was no drip edge put on my roof. I have GAF ... A: Drip edge is installed to drip the water away from the fascia or direct the water into a gutter. ...
titanuim underlay	10/1/2009
Q: I have bids to place a new roof over my existing shingle roof. One wants to put down the tianium ... A: I would go with a layer of 30lb felt for a roof over. The main reason is the 30lb is thick enough ...
Remove rain diverter on a tile roof	10/1/2009
Q: Can the rain diverter on a tile roof be removed if there is good gutter system or it's better to ... A: Yes you could remove the rain gutter. How you remove the rain gutter depends on how the fastened ...
Roofing question	10/1/2009
Q: I am having my roof done by a roofing contractor and we have a ranch style house. There's quite a ... A: We always take the time to remove all the dry rot we find within reason. I think it is reasonible ...
Roof Venting	10/1/2009
Q: I am building a 4 season porch / room with a 3 pitch gable roof. There is not attic space. Do I ... A: I would say no because there will be no way of moving air through the space with the insulation ...
Asphalt Shingles	9/29/2009
Q: I live in Rocky Mount, NC. My house is what they call an expandable ranch in that it has an ... A: I think you are trying to say that the two piece (laminate shingle) is separating where the sheets ...
Asphalt Shingles	9/29/2009
Q: I live in Rocky Mount, NC. My house is what they call an expandable ranch in that it has an ... A: Without me looking at it directly I would have no way of answering your question with certainty. I ...
shingles	9/27/2009
Q: hoping you can answer my question. My husband and I are in the process of upgrading our home.We have ... A: Yes I believe you can but it is not the best idea. The purpose of felt is to provide a buffer sheet ...
Shingle edges	9/26/2009
Q: Our house is 2 years old and the shingles are drooping over the edges. I measured and find they are ... A: The shingles should not be going over the edge of the roof more than 3/4" of an inch. If it is more ...
roof leaks on roof thats not even 3 months old	9/26/2009
Q: I made a mistake hired a person that 3 people said he worked on houses and he is connected to a ... A: I would not let this guy back on my property again. Contact www.servicemagic.com and ask them to ...
water puddling	9/25/2009
Q: We have a flat, built up felt carport roof, with a dip about 5' edge to edge and 7/16" deep in the ... A: Henry's makes a products just for this. It's pond patch. You mix it, pout it in where there is a ...
Matching existing	9/25/2009
Q: Brian, I'm trying to find owens corning- timberline 2 architectural series shingles. I do not know ... A: Owens Corning and Timberline are not the same. Timberline is a line of shingles manufactured by GAF ...
roof damage	9/25/2009
Q: I am buying a house with a roof that is 14 years old and my insurance Co. will not insure it. The ... A: It should be possible although I do not know what benefit you would get out of this or what type of ...
Effect of rain on an incomplete reroofing job	9/23/2009
Q: Brian, Will rain harm a partially completed tile reroof. My roofer had applied an underlayment of ... A: You should be fine. I wouldn't worry. Certain precautions should be made to prevent you from ...
Major leaks in new roof	9/23/2009
Q: I had a new roof put on in Jan 2009 with architectural shingles and a full layer of water and ice ... A: Maybe they didn't put the ice and water shield on?? It is possible. It would be very difficult for ...
Roof leaking near chimney	9/21/2009
Q: I just replaced roof two weeks ago, now I see water in my bedroom. The sealing is damaged and the ... A: Good Morning Jaison, I am sorry for not getting back to you sooner as I had an unexpected ...
Vents on torch on roofing	9/21/2009
Q: we had our torch on replaced last year and have now found it seems to be leaking from what we ... A: The torch down installations specification has a very specific installation technique that they want ...
old tar paper	9/18/2009
Q: I am putting on an addition. After framing the GC installed what I believe is #15 tar paper over ... A: I wouldn't worry. It wont cause the shingles to leak or fail before they should. I agree with you ...
Wet black paper and shingles	9/17/2009
Q: Can you put shingles on a roof that has wet black paper? We haven't had a ton of rain though ... A: Good Morning Samatha, While you can do it the manufactures recommendations read that you wait until ...
flat roof leak	9/15/2009
Q: At the facility where I work the roof leaks in through the ceiling a little bit at one particular ... A: Good Morning Steve, Flat roof leaks are one of the most difficult roofs to properly repair. You ...
tapered foam roof insulation	9/12/2009
Q: I have a flat roof that leaks. I was wondering if I could put shingles over the tapered foam ... A: Good Morning Deanna, You could do it but it wouldn't be very effective. Shingles are not designed ...
Fire free rustic shake	9/12/2009
Q: My roof was WALKED on. Many tiles were broken. I am very concerned about rain this winter. Is there ... A: Your best bet is to call around your local roofing distributors and start searching. They may be ...
roof	9/11/2009
Q: which one you will choose if concern the quality? or you have any other suggestion 1. Owens ... A: No concerns with quality as they are both good quality shingles. In this case I would advise you to ...
Flat porch roof repair	9/10/2009
Q: My back porch roof is almost flat and was heavily damaged by rain and had lots of water leaks, ... A: Good Morning Elio, Yes you could put a layer of white elastoometric coating on top and it would be ...
Questions to ask contractors	9/3/2009
Q: I am getting quotes from 3 contractors to remove my existing composition roof and replace it with ... A: A couple things your should know before asking the questions you already have. 1. Do they have a ...
Plywood over 3/8 Plywood, is that ok?	9/1/2009
Q: I have a 45 year old house in Missouri with a 9 year old roof that has hail damage. The existing ... A: Good Morning Mark, We handle this situation by removing the old decking and installing new decking ...
roof	8/31/2009
Q: My house faces North. All the homes facing North have black lines on their roofs. The house on the ... A: Good Morning Brenda, It sounds like you are getting a algae problem on a certain side of the roof. ...
flat roof is leaking	8/30/2009
Q: I have a flat roof approx. 14x24 feet. I'm not sure what the surface is now, I think some kind of ... A: Tears like you are describing are the beginning of roof failure. But, that does not mean you have ...
type of drip edge, shingle overlap at roof's edge	8/28/2009
Q: Yesterday we had a new roof put on. The sound of thunder had me running to our back door to see ... A: It sounds like you definitely have a valid concern. As for the drip edge metal, we always replace ...
Re-roof over hot mop	8/25/2009
Q: Brian, here's my quandry; I'm planning to build out my garage for office space and I want to make ... A: If the roof isn't leaking I would touch it. LIke the old saying goes "don't fix it if it's not ...
repair of single ply modified asphalt smooth surface torch roof	8/24/2009
Q: In 1995, I had a roofer put a new single ply modified asphalt smooth surface torch roof on my 1852 ... A: You should be able to repair this roof fairly easily. Prep the area to be repaired. First sweep it ...
Roof Valleys	8/22/2009
Q: I have a roof leak. A contractor indicates that the wrong type valley was used for Denver. - it is a ... A: IT's hard to say from my computer what you actually have but if it is leaking he does have the part ...
1st new roof ever - HELP	8/22/2009
Q: This is the 1st new roof I have ever had to replace and it is overwhelming. So many websites and ... A: Good Morning Lori, I can give you a few things to go on – Felt vs. tar paper, it’s one in the ...
flat roofs	8/21/2009
Q: We have a flat rolled roof that leaks. Can we have a contractor put a rubberized roof right over ... A: Good Morning Roslyn, This is a good question for your local building department. All cities should ...
Modified torch applied roof -	8/20/2009
Q: I am considering installing a 25 year Modified torch applied roof with a mineral surface over a ... A: The modified torch down roof can be much cheaper than the hot tar roof. Both can last just as long ...
figuring squares	8/19/2009
Q: how do i figure how many squares of shinglea i need . i know 3 bundles is 1 sq A: Good Morning Jeff, In order to figure out how squares you need you must first measure the house as ...
Bathroom vent through roof	8/17/2009
Q: I am planning two bathroom remodeling jobs in my home . Both need much improved ventilation . ... A: It would be best if the person who installs the vent pipe can run enough pipe or extensions to get ...
Bathroom vent through roof	8/17/2009
Q: I am planning two bathroom remodeling jobs in my home . Both need much improved ventilation . ... A: The pipes are made of double walled sheet metal. If you go to Home Depot or Lowe's ask for a hot ...
roofing	8/15/2009
Q: i would like to know the difference between a number 90 roof roll fiberglass compared to a number ... A: The difference between the 90 and the 30 the weight of the roll. The weight of the roll is mostly ...
Roof Material Question	8/13/2009
Q: Our home was built in 2000. The roof shingles are Timberline 25 Heather Blend. We now have a leak ... A: What happened is the company the makes the Timberline shingles bought another company (Elk Corp). ...
Bathroom vent through roof	8/12/2009
Q: I am planning two bathroom remodeling jobs in my home . Both need much improved ventilation . ... A: You can get connect the flex pipe to a ridged pipe that sticks up from the roof in the length you ...
ac vent tube leak	8/11/2009
Q: Recently had a brand new roof put on and now we have dripping from the vent down tube outside onto ... A: One of the most common causes of water running directly down a vent pipes is the lack of sealant ...
chimney flashing on edge of roof	8/10/2009
Q: Somewhere along the line, I guess when I had a new roof put on, some additional flashing was put ... A: I would get a roofer out to take a look at the chimney flashing (overall) and make sure he can ...
corrugated metal roof issue	8/10/2009
Q: i had to install a solar array on a metal roof (corrugated) and the problem that i ran into was that ... A: That sounds like a very good idea and possibly one of the few that will work. I must say that I am ...
Monray roofing tiles	8/10/2009
Q: I am trying to replace some missing concrete ridge and eve tiles on my gray Monier Monray roof. Do ... A: Most of the roofing distributes do not know exactly what they have in their boneyards. Typically we ...
corrugated metal roof issue	8/7/2009
Q: i had to install a solar array on a metal roof (corrugated) and the problem that i ran into was that ... A: If you have to put the bracket direct over the raised area you do have to flatten that area. I ...
low-pitched roof ( Less than 2:12)	8/5/2009
Q: I need a new roof as I have leaks on several different rooms. It is a low-pitched roof that is made ... A: You can go with a EPDM or hot tar and gravel roof as well as torch down. I came up with the self ...
eve repalcement	8/5/2009
Q: My home has a eve section, 2 x 6 x 11.5 with water damage. I would like to remove this mositure ... A: Removing the roofing can be very difficult if you've never been taught how to properly do this. If ...
Gutter Ice	8/3/2009
Q: I live in Chicago, in a 3-story condominium with two units on each floor. The building was built in ... A: Good Morning Jen, While this subject is not something I am familiar with I will "attempt" to help ...
Tile roofing cracks--a problem?	7/31/2009
Q: my house that I'm selling was inspected and the inspector wrote up that some of the concreted tiles ... A: Good Morning Mark, One of the problems with cracked tiles is that eventually they move out of place ...
roof vent/non-vented soffit	7/31/2009
Q: We just had a new roof installed last year and are replacing siding now with vinyl. We have a ... A: Good Morning Joanna, The perforated siding will require a way to move air through whatever space is ...
Ridge Vents vs Roof Vents	7/30/2009
Q: I have an 50 y/o house with only one single gable vent, no soffit ventilation, and no other type of ... A: Good Morning Francis, You are correct in assuming that ridge vent will not work without soffit ...
Shingle Identification	7/29/2009
Q: Mr. Atkins, I am having my roof replaced after hail damage. All of the estimates from roofers ... A: Good Morning Nathan, A twenty year shingle looks very thin and it best none as a 3-tab shingle - ...
more info on previous question	7/26/2009
Q: Brian You asked for more info on fascia, it is a written contract and reads remove and ... A: You would be totally in the right to ask him to remove the existing fascia, throw it away, and ...
downspouts resting on shingle roof	7/25/2009
Q: During a recent house addition project there is a section of gutter that had to be reinstalled on ... A: The best way is to have the weight supported by hangers but if you have the gutters sitting on the ...
Facial boards	7/24/2009
Q: I have no experience but am in a situation where i must replace some facial boards. Is is hard? any ... A: Good Morning Bern, I would not recommend you replace the fascia boards yourself. Because the ...
ROOFING SHINGLES	7/24/2009
Q: FOR A 2500 SQ. FT. HIP ROOF . HOW MANY SQUARES ARE NEEDED FOR 3 TAB SHINGLES & ALSO FOR ... A: Good Morning Bill, I would plan on getting 27 squares of shingles for both of those roofs. Keep in ...
Roof restoration, tile roof loss of color	7/23/2009
Q: 1. Do concete tiles lose their water barrier if the paint is worn away? 2. If so, is there a ... A: Good Morning Charlene, Question #1 - No they do not. The paint is for looks only. The main ...
Tile Roofing Help -	7/21/2009
Q: I have a cement tile roof about 65 squares that needs to be replaced. I got 3 quotes from roofers. ... A: Good Morning Allen, I like the 30 pound paper with the peal and stick on top of it. If you apply ...
quality of roofing shingles and heat absorbsion	7/21/2009
Q: I am doing a full roof overlay with 25 year 3 tab singles. Is there a difference in the quality of ... A: Good Morning Jim, Both Owens Corning shingles and the GAF are going to work exactly the same. ...
water damage	7/20/2009
Q: I live in South Florida and had water damage to my entire home while my roof was being replace. Is ... A: Good Morning Teri, I am so sorry to hear what has happened to you during your roofing project. ...
Roof	7/19/2009
Q: Rancher built in 73 with original shingles and 2nd layer over 3/8 sheathing. The cost of a total ... A: Good Morning Letcher, There are some better underlayment that you may like. They are all synthetic ...
Installing New Roof	7/18/2009
Q: We have a contractor performing the work of installing new roof and siding. The old roof had been ... A: Good Morning Ann, You are supposed to wait until everything is dry. But, you can do this but it is ...
shingles	7/17/2009
Q: i have gotten several estimate on a slope roof replacement.one roofer stated that Timberland ... A: Five years is not to bad. Especially since most contractors will go out of business well before the ...
roof leaks	7/16/2009
Q: My question relates to a flat roof on a 2400 sq ft commercial bldg. Bldg is 30 years old and has ... A: Anil, I would try to contact the contractor who installed the roof. Typically the manufacture will ...
Multiple Roofing Questions	7/16/2009
Q: I'm getting a new roof because of hail damage. I live in a 1998 built ranch home - don't know the ... A: Good Morning Dawn, You should be going with a minimum of 30lb felt no matter what. 15lb is just to ...
shingles	7/15/2009
Q: i have gotten several estimate on a slope roof replacement.one roofer stated that Timberland ... A: They are both about the same. The contractors are just sticking up for their product. Roofers tend ...
modifield bitumen roof repair or replace	7/14/2009
Q: I have a flat roof home purchased in 2003. I have a receipt from the previous owner showing a ... A: Good Morning James, It is okay to coat the roof and I don't think it matters where you buy the ...
residential roofing	7/11/2009
Q: I have a 9 year asphald shingle roof that is starting to show granular delamination and curling at ... A: 9 years old is rather new to be having this sort of condition. You could have what they call 2nd. ...
felt and decking	7/9/2009
Q: 1.)I have two bids, one has 30# felt and the other 15# felt, live in N. Texas, is one better than ... A: Question 1) 30lb felt is much better. It has twice the asphalt content so it is much more durable ...
Flat Roof Insulation	7/9/2009
Q: I have a 90 year old duplex with a flat roof. No attic. Upper unit tenant complaining of high ... A: You can add spray on foam insulation and they would coat it to make it water proof. Probably your ...
roofing with addition -	7/8/2009
Q: We had a local roofing contractor in VA come up and replace our shingles about 2 years ago and at ... A: I think you should pull back the insulation so you can get adequate intake via the soffit vents. In ...
New Roofing Help - Laguna Niguel Roofing	7/7/2009
Q: A friend of ours recently recieved some hail/storm damage to her roof and has asked me to ... A: Good Morning Rod, Yes you should be able to go over the existing layer of shingles one more time ...
Roof nails	7/6/2009
Q: I just bought my house recently, the roof is 8 years old. I noticed some nails sticking out of the ... A: I would simply look to replace the shingles that have fallen off. Replacing all of the shingles ...
Working on tile roofs Help - South County Roofing - Aliso Viejo	7/5/2009
Q: If I have to get up on the concrete tile roof and work on top of the roof (since we have solar ... A: Good Morning Ben, That would work. I have also seen people use a some sort of padding or ...
Ice dam leakage	7/4/2009
Q: My house experienced serious leakage in the winter when the snow melting in Spring. Also we found ... A: Good Morning Jeanne, You need to find the leak source. Do not just add insulation to "mask" the ...
L-shaped metal water diverter	7/4/2009
Q: I have a tremendous amount of rain from a valley that has formed a ditch on my lawn. This is ... A: Good Morning Rodney, I think you can do what you did. I would have to see it to know for sure if ...
Tile roof repair Help - South County Roofing	7/2/2009
Q: Brian We live in Florida and have a 15 year old flat tile roof which has NOT leaked to date. After ... A: Good Morning Tim, I slipped or displaced is probably a result of a lack of tile adhesive and ...
Working on tile roofs Help - South County Roofing - Aliso Viejo	7/2/2009
Q: If I have to get up on the concrete tile roof and work on top of the roof (since we have solar ... A: Good Morning Ben, Walking on a tile roof can be a little dangerous. First thing you need is a very ...
Residential roof replacement	6/30/2009
Q: I have gotten 23+ years out of 20 year 3 tab asphalt Johns Manville shingles on our home in north ... A: They are all about the same. You really can't go wrong there. As for cost they are about $60-$70 ...
Tile Roof Questions - re-posed	6/25/2009
Q: Was wondering if a Concrete Tile roof surface should be porous or not. I noticed the roofing tiles ... A: That is normal. There's not much you can do about it. Here in California there are companies that ...
tile roof	6/24/2009
Q: First of all I would like to thank you for your last answer to my question. The questions you gave ... A: I would choose the foam adhered tile. This will eliminate the need to put a hole in the roof for ...
Building a new roof	6/22/2009
Q: I am interested in buying a house with a flat roof. Is it costly and difficult to build a proper ... A: Yes it is very costly to build up a proper slanted roof on an existing structure. Most of the ...
Polaralum	6/21/2009
Q: Would you recommend adding Polaralum under the shingles (on top of the decking)? Are there any ... A: Here's a little info on Polaralum. First of all, Polaralum is not classified as a radiant barrier. ...
15# or 30# W/ Skylight	6/19/2009
Q: what is the difference betwn 15 and 30# felt and how do I know which is better for my roof, I do not ... A: I would keep the existing skylight if it is functional and not leaking. They do last 10-15 year ...
15# or 30#	6/18/2009
Q: what is the difference betwn 15 and 30# felt and how do I know which is better for my roof, I do not ... A: The 15 and 30 numbers refers to the amount of asphalt in the rolls itself as measured in pound per ...
Isoflex Liquid Rubber on slate roof	6/17/2009
Q: The slate roof on my house is pretty old and looks old. While it is not leaking I would like to ... A: I am sorry but I am not familiar with the product you mentioned. For a cleaner look I would ask ...
Re-roofing cathedral ceilings for maximum heat insulation	6/11/2009
Q: I understand from various energy websites that radiant heat is the primary source of heat coming ... A: I installed a radiant barrier when I did my roof and I didn't notice a significant difference. I ...
Flat Roof Leaks	6/10/2009
Q: I moved into my new, custom-built, 4000 sq ft single-story home in 2002. It has a flat roof with ... A: You have a very simple problem to address. First thing you need to do is rule out to plumbing and ...
black tar footprints on white roll roofing	6/9/2009
Q: had a person roof a 10x20 cover with roll roofing and henry tar for the joints. They walked all ... A: They do sell a white roof coating and white granules. You can have someone apply a thin coat of ...
roofing	6/8/2009
Q: I am installing a low slope roof. I got the sheathing and the felt paper and drip edge flashing ... A: If you are going over the felt with torch down I would cut out all the deep wrinkles, nail them ...
Bump in roof	6/7/2009
Q: Hope you can help.I have a small area 2 x 2 that has a "bump" that seems to rise in the heat but ... A: Hey Larry, It could be that the roofer didn't nail off the plywood in that area and when it get hot ...
Facia Replacement by South County Roofing	6/1/2009
Q: My house has a tile roof and a severely termite damaged facia board. I have gotten several ... A: No you do not have to remove the tile in order to replace the fascia. But, if you have any drip ...
Asphalt Shingle replacing woodshake	6/1/2009
Q: What thickness of plywood do I want to install after I pull off the old woodshake & get it ready for ... A: Good Morning Frank, You should use 1/2 inch plywood or OSB under asphalt composition shingles. OSB ...
poor edge on gable end of roof	5/26/2009
Q: My roof installation has a small cosmetic problem - where the rows terminate on the gable end of the ... A: I would need to know what kind of roofing material you have on your roof before I could recommend a ...
Roofing in the Rain	5/25/2009
Q: I selected you from the all experts website. Since Hurricane Ike hit SE TX, I had a leak in my roof ... A: Good Morning Sharon, I am very sorry I could not answer this question sooner. My week hasn't ...
Felt Installation	5/23/2009
Q: Does the roofing felt need to have not been exposed to rain previously to installing asbestos ... A: Good Morning Billy, Felt can be exposed to the weather for several weeks. The rumpled felt could ...
Reroofing and Roof Removal Help -	5/20/2009
Q: I have a home that I just purchased and it has a roof that has about an inch of small rocks for the ... A: Removing a rock roof is not easy and it would be best left to a roof removal company. You may be ...
Flat Roof Replacement - Dana Point, San Clemente, Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, Tustin, Irvine, Nellie Gale	5/20/2009
Q: We have an addon room in the very back of the house. It is made of Aluminum and paneling. The ... A: Usually you have to go with what is already on there. The existing roof will have to be stripped ...
Roofing and Roof Repair Help - MIssion Viejo, Lake Forest, Dana Point, Laguna HIlls, Foothill Ranch, Rancho Santa Margarita	5/17/2009
Q: I'm planning to do a roofing overlay in 2-weeks. I want to be sure I have all my details right and ... A: Let me try to answer your questions in order: Question 1 Do I need any tar? Answer You should ...
Flat Roof	5/16/2009
Q: I have gotten 5 quotes to do a 2 layer tear off and re-roof on a flat roof. The quotes range from ... A: Good Morning Laura, They are both going to be about equal. The hot tar is going to require the use ...
nail pops	5/14/2009
Q: The inspector noticed in one area of the roof about 20 nail pops where the nails have popped through ... A: Nail pop ups are a result of the installer not properly adjusting the air pressure on the compressor ...
Tree branch hole through shed roof	5/14/2009
Q: A piece of tree branch, ~2" in diameter, punctured right through my shed roof. The roof is tab style ... A: You need to only remove the adjacent shingles in a very small area. Just big enough to expose the ...
discontinued shingles	5/13/2009
Q: I built a garage in November, 2008 and now want to replace the shingles on the house to match the ... A: No they don't make custom colors. But, if you bring in a sample of you shingle into a local roofing ...
repair a leaking valley	5/13/2009
Q: I am going to use the method in the paragraph below to try to stop my patio from leaking... Another ... A: I would use the tar under any of the ripped or torn shingles that you do not plan to replace. ...
Reshingle/Tar Paper Patio Cover	5/12/2009
Q: Brian, I have a patio cover losing asphalt shingles and underlying tar paper from the wind, exposing ... A: You are going to need to strip the existing roofing, repair the decking (as needed) install some ...
discontinued shingles	5/11/2009
Q: I built a garage in November, 2008 and now want to replace the shingles on the house to match the ... A: You should located and call all of the local roofing distributors in your area and see if they have ...
tile roof leak	5/5/2009
Q: I recently purchased a rancher in Maryland which has stucco siding and a terracotta (Spanish) tile ... A: Good Morning Ben, Any high quality caulking can be used to seal the collar where the vent pipe and ...
Roofing and Roof Repair - South County Roofing	5/4/2009
Q: Atkins We need to change the shingles on our bungalow The plywood that is now installed is 3/8 ... A: Good Morning Jackie, Adding a thicker deck is a good idea. Most shingles manufactures recommend ...
Mission Viejo Roofing and Roof Repair - Certainteed VS Timberline -	4/30/2009
Q: I have the CertianTeed shingles that failed on my roof right now. They were installed in 1999, and ... A: Good Morning Anita, The shingles are about the same. I believe both companies have had warranty ...
Mission Viejo Attic Ventilation Help - South County Roofing	4/29/2009
Q: I just purchased a home that has a flat roof and I am experiencing a build up a heat on the second ... A: Good Morning Jacqueline, They are a good idea. Water problems will only exist if the units are not ...
Best color choice for energy efficiency in moderate climate	4/28/2009
Q: We live in the SF Bay Area -- a moderate climate, where we only use air-conditioning for 10 to 25 ... A: Good Morning Samir, I think you are right in your assessment that the roof will cool by the time ...
Asphalt roll roofing	4/28/2009
Q: I have a non enclosed 10 degree pitch porch that I want to cover with asphalt roll roofing material. ... A: Good Morning Bob, No you should not put tar directly on the OSB. No, it wont stick better without ...
steep slope roof	4/27/2009
Q: I am replacing my old two tab roof with new architectural shingle roof (Owens corning). The roof ... A: I doubt that it will lay down it self. It is probably caused by the felt that most likely buckled. ...
steep slope roof	4/25/2009
Q: I am replacing my old two tab roof with new architectural shingle roof (Owens corning). The roof ... A: Good Morning Bill, This is a problem that should be brought to the attention of the roofer and the ...
Roof Framing/Framing	4/25/2009
Q: How long can wood framing last in the weather before damage is done and what should I look for to ... A: Good Morning Chris, It can last quite a while. That bad part of being exposed is it is not ...
flashing	4/23/2009
Q: brian, i asked you a question yesterday, about a roof that i did, and i didnt do step flashing ... A: Hey Richie, It's hard to say. The code is fairly specific about how the installation should be. ...
Mission Viejo Roofing and Roof Repair - The real roofing expert.	4/23/2009
Q: Mr. Atkins, I am looking to repair a flat roof and have received two different proposals. The first ... A: Good Morning Ray, I would ask that each roofer specifically name the manufacturer of the roofing ...
estimate	4/22/2009
Q: We got estimate today for our single story asphalt shingle roof from a bigger roof company that I ... A: The 15lb and 30lb felt look exactly the same. The 30lb is a much heavier weighted felt and you ...
White roof sealer can waterproof, smooth surface, reflect heat - OK to use under asphalt shingles?	4/22/2009
Q: Or are Synthetic non-tar felts such as Permafelt better under asphalt shingles, and can I use air ... A: Good Morning Richard, I am so sorry I misread the question last time. I am not sure exactly what ...
estimate	4/22/2009
Q: We got estimate today for our single story asphalt shingle roof from a bigger roof company that I ... A: Good Morning James, The first thing that I didn't like was the peal and stick roof being installed ...
White roof sealer can waterproof, smooth surface, reflect heat - OK to use under asphalt shingles?	4/21/2009
Q: Or are Synthetic non-tar felts such as Permafelt better under asphalt shingles, and can I use air ... A: You could use the white coating on a shingle roof but I don't think it would look very good. I ...
roofing weather	4/17/2009
Q: Is there an ideal time of year to have roof replaced? It seems in summer heat that it would be easy ... A: Hey James, It is for the most part cosmetic. But, you can actually damage the shingles permanently ...
my roof	4/17/2009
Q: is there a nuber i wold be ble to contact you at? i have a few question .. maybe you can call me so ... A: You can call me directly at 949-597-0192. Please make sure you state that your are calling about ...
Roofing Felt paper installation	4/16/2009
Q: As I was proceeding on a job I was ask why you could not run felt paper vertically instead of ... A: I like your name. Standard building codes requires that at least one layer of ASTM rated roofing ...
roofing weather	4/16/2009
Q: Is there an ideal time of year to have roof replaced? It seems in summer heat that it would be easy ... A: Hot weather is the best for installing shingles. One thing to look out for is if the weather gets ...
spanish barrel tile	4/15/2009
Q: I live in S. Fl and went thru Hurricane Wilma. I recently had my roof pressure cleaned & was told I ... A: Yes they are designed to be loose at the bottom of the tiles. Over time the tiles will become ...
3;12 pitch tar/gravel roof	4/14/2009
Q: Would like info on Peel and Stick to replace my 40 year 2/3:12 pitch tar and gravel residential ... A: A roof pitch of 3/12 is enough for asphalt composition shingles. I would really look into that. ...
torch down vs. roll- on	4/14/2009
Q: flat roof garage needs to be fixed, tear down not necessary, several estimates from contractor. ... A: Hey Rob, The modified bitumen is better. Here's a couple of facts for you: Fact #1: The ...
roof coating	4/13/2009
Q: I have a 6-year old flat roof. The time has come for it to be recoated. I would like an aluminum ... A: I would not use the cold asphalt to cool the roof or reflect the suns rays. It is not made for ...
new flat roof	4/11/2009
Q: Just did a reroof on a flat roof, had a tapered insulation system installed under a modified bitumen ... A: I would contact the manufacture of the roof you just had installed and ask them. They may have a ...
Replacement material for my roofs eves	4/10/2009
Q: What is the best product to replace my roofs eves with. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, have a ... A: You mentioned what is best for replacing the eaves. The term “the eaves” is a very general term and ...
Owens vs. GAF / Ridge vent or no ridge vent	4/8/2009
Q: I have narrowed my selection down to two comparably priced contractors. The problem is, one uses ... A: Derrick, They are really about the same in quality. You should have some ventilation. I would ...
underlayment / insulation, skylight	4/7/2009
Q: im purchasing a home that needs a new roof. i've been searching online for any guide, info, help but ... A: All asphalt saturated roofing felt is basically the same. The weight of the felt can refer to the ...
Roof underlayment issue	4/5/2009
Q: In 2002, prior to my buying the house, the roof was replaced. This year, a few shingles came off ... A: The only reason (I can think of) for the roofing felt to be short all the way around the house is ...
Gutter Installation	4/1/2009
Q: We had a gutter company out to install brand new gutters on our ranch house with gable roof 10/08. ... A: You should have drip edge metal and they should have told you before. I can’t explain why you old ...
Water leaks around storm collar on metal flue	3/30/2009
Q: I'm getting water drips from the seam where the storm collar meets the B-Vent on my furnace flue (I ... A: Good afternoon Kurt, All you need to do is go up on the roof and seal on top of the collar. The ...
Dry rot repair and replacing fascia board	3/30/2009
Q: i want to replace some of my termite eaten fascia the house has already been tented just wondering ... A: Good Morning Todd, replacing fascia can compromise the roofing. I would suggest you contact a ...
Flat Roofing Help -	3/30/2009
Q: I am an insurance adjuster & am trying to remember the construction of 3-ply & 4-ply flat roofs. A: Good Morning Joe, If you are referring to a hot tar (asphalt) roof it would go like this. Hot tar ...
reroof	3/29/2009
Q: Ok my sister-in-law had a roof put on her house last year. A couple of weeks ago there was a bad ... A: Good Morning Johnathan, If you plan to go over the existing roof you need to act as if the old roof ...
Roofing Help for Home Owners	3/28/2009
Q: I bought a house built in 1957, the roof is 1 x tongue and groove. I am not sure but think it is ... A: Good Morning Robin, I think you may need a few more opinions on what needs to be done. If your ...
New Roof Help by South County Roofing	3/27/2009
Q: Living in middle Georgia, we are in the process of replacing our roof. I am not sure of the brand or ... A: Good Morning William, There are three very good manufactures of shingles that should supply ...
New roofing or Roof Replacement Help -	3/20/2009
Q: I live in Michigan and I need to replace my roof this spring/summer. I receied several quotes and I ... A: If I were you would I would simple close up the ridge vent. The roofer can simply install some ...
New roofing or Roof Replacement Help -	3/20/2009
Q: I live in Michigan and I need to replace my roof this spring/summer. I receied several quotes and I ... A: It is my opinion that Certainteed is the better choice. Certainteed has some of the most ...
New roof Question and Help - by South County Roofing	3/15/2009
Q: should i be leery of contractor who say's they will install new roof decking as needed and is ... A: I believe your contractor is not going to replace the roof with same. If you need to know what ...
cedar shingle roofing	3/14/2009
Q: I live in the Caribbean. The shingles on the roof came loose and they are splitting when nailed ... A: Good Morning Reiner, No they do not make a specific nailer for this purpose. Your success in ...
new roof	3/13/2009
Q: what would be the best color for a roof,dark or light? im in sunny area on the corner of a street. ... A: Good Morning Vanessa, I would simply look for a color that I like and matches the existing decor or ...
New roof Question and Help - by South County Roofing	3/13/2009
Q: should i be leery of contractor who say's they will install new roof decking as needed and is ... A: Good Morning Vanessa, Yes you should be very leery of any vague language written into a roofing (or ...
flat roof installation	3/13/2009
Q: Will be installing a flat EPDM 60 mil rubber roof. My question is whether the extra expense for ... A: Good Morning Cheryl, The only reason I would consider such an expensive upgrade is if I am going to ...
lifting shingle to add nails	3/12/2009
Q: I had a roofer install the GAF 30year HiDef PR. Arch. shingles few day ago. The contract called for ... A: Good Morning Lambert, I would ask them to remove everything down to the felt just like it was ...
GAF Timberline vs. Certainteed Landmark	3/11/2009
Q: I have two contractors bidding to reroof my home. Both are quoting 30yr architectual shingles, ... A: Good Morning Roy, In my opinion Certainteed is a better shingle and not all shingle have a stain ...
roof coating	3/6/2009
Q: Mr. Atkins Can you tell me if it's better to coat a roof with these newer sealants instead of ... A: Good Morning Mery, It is not better to install the coatings when compared to a new roof. I have ...
min. slope on composition roof.	3/5/2009
Q: We're preparing plans for a room addition and an easy and aesthetic solution to the roof design ... A: Good Morning Jerry, There are several materials available to will work just fine for this ...
roof moisture	3/3/2009
Q: I am having some repairs done to a ceiling in our family room. They just scraped off the texture and ... A: Good Morning Caryn, The "no mold" either means the problem is very new or that the attic is ...
soft spot	3/3/2009
Q: We have asphalt shingles that although are not curling, are on there last leg as there is quite bit ... A: Good Morning James, Soft spots on the ceiling can be an indication of previous leaks or current ...
Drip Edge Replacement	3/2/2009
Q: Ice dams have damaged our drip edge. (We live in Idaho.) Two different contractors say the rain ... A: Hey Shelley, 1. It is possible but unless you have worked on or removed edge metal yourself it is ...
GAF/ELK Cool Color Series Shingle	2/25/2009
Q: Were are getting estimates for a new roof. Tear-off. The house has little shade and is exposed to ... A: Good Morning Bob, I think the basic concept for these roofs is the lighter colors that they offer. ...
flat roof drains leaks	2/19/2009
Q: I do some building maintenance on a facility that has a rather large area of flat roof with five ... A: Good morning Steve, The wetness under the plywood indicates a leak around the drain. Drain repairs ...
Flat Modified Bitumen roof installation during a downpour	2/18/2009
Q: I live in HOuston and have a 1-story house with a flat roof. The roof was tar & gravel and ... A: Good Morning Carol, Installing a modified torch down roof in the rain would be very difficult and ...
Gutter Replacement	2/17/2009
Q: How old does you house usually has to be before you replace gutters or is it just if their is no ... A: It's not tied to how old the house is. The guy who wants to replace probably knows that when you ...
Orange County New Roof Help - South County Roofing	2/14/2009
Q: Live in high wind, high UV area of CO. Ins. Adjuster giving estimate after some shingles blew off ... A: Good Morning Pam, If I were you I would go with the Titanium UDL 50 (it's not much more expensive) ...
Question about fixing my flat roof	2/6/2009
Q: I am helping a local community center renovate a room for use of medical examinations. The problem ... A: I would solicit a roofer and try to get a good price. You roof is a very valuable asset and trying ...
Roofing Rip Off	2/6/2009
Q: I have a house that is approx 2400 sq ft and has a tar and gravel roof. My question is what would ... A: Reroofing something like that could go for somewhere inbetween $4.50 and $6.00 per square foot or ...
roof fade	2/6/2009
Q: Hey Brian, I put a Fiber-cement roof on my house about 4 yrs ago and the Charcoal color is fading ... A: Yes I have heard of it and seen it and installed it. The last time I installed one of those roofs ...
Reroof	2/6/2009
Q: I've got a shingled roof that was put on around 1996 on new construction......so it's just one layer ... A: I would recommend removing the layer of roof. I am not sure why but the re-covers do not seem to ...
roofing a mobile home	2/3/2009
Q: is there anything out there that can show me how to shingle my roof? like a step by step for ... A: If you go on the GAF.com website. They will have installation instructions that you can download ...
Monier Roofing Tile Help - Orange County, CA Roofing	2/2/2009
Q: Being a novice and a DIY person, I would like some advice as to what to watch for in selecting ... A: Good Morning Jon, You are looking to do one of the more difficult things for your roof. Typically ...
Orange County Roofing and Roof Repair Help	2/1/2009
Q: The ridges on my house show signs of deterioration. When the Santa Ana (Southern CA) winds blow I ... A: Good Morning Jon, You have a lot of good questions and it sounds to me like you would like to do ...
Drip edge	1/30/2009
Q: I just had my roof replaced, on the estimate invoice it stated to remove and replace with new drip ... A: Good Morning Louis, The bottom line is the contract said to remove and replace it and needs to be ...
Felt damage	1/29/2009
Q: I've recently had my loft insulated which lead to copious condensation saturating the loft and its ... A: Good Morning S Bolzon, Damaged felt could cause leak that damage the interior and general structure ...
Ridge vent w/ radiant heat in the ceiling.	1/29/2009
Q: Howdy, I had my roof replaced because of age and leaks. The old one had 2 small dormers on the ... A: Good Morning David, Ridge vents are a great way to ventilate your hot attic space. In theory ...
leaking roof	1/28/2009
Q: Good Morning I have a slightly titled roof, but most of all its flat. Looks like I have a sink hole ... A: Good Morning Tonya, You could have someone frame up a small section above it and install some ...
Ridge Vent leak	1/28/2009
Q: We have a metal ridge vent that we've caulked with roofing tar around the base and in all the seams. ... A: Good Morning Michelle, It’s really hard to say but I do believe it is time to remove the ridge ...
Flat Roof Repair - Lake Forest, CA Roofing Contractor	1/18/2009
Q: My Fiance and I have a tar and gravel roof thats pushing 11 years.. we have a leak over the den area ... A: Good Morning Jonathan, The short answer to your question is no. But, you can put standard roofing ...
Flat Roof Help - Orange County Roofing Contractor	1/18/2009
Q: I've been informed that a re roofing (flat roof) is in order for my 1500 sq ft house. Three ... A: Good Morning Sonia, The only way to tell if the prices you got are a representation of what that ...
New Roof Help - Orange County Roofing Contractor	1/16/2009
Q: I'm having a new roof put on due to hurricane Ike. I noticed the crew that was sent over is simply ... A: That is a big "no no" in my opinion. The paper must be removed completely. After the paper is ...
Old flat metal roofing on mobile home	1/13/2009
Q: I have a 1966 mobile home that we have recontructed from the inside with full sheetrock, additional ... A: You may be able to coat the roof with a water proof coating. They make a white coating that has ...
Concrete roofing	1/13/2009
Q: I have a house in Mexico built completely from concrete block and it has a large flat concrete roof. ... A: Good Morning Jeffery, I do not have any experience with this type of roof but I can try to help ...
SHINGLE ROOF	1/12/2009
Q: Question - I live in Denver, Co and we have to put a new shingle roof on due to severe wind damage ... A: Good Morning Mike, Your contractor is correct. I would take his recommendation on that. It’s good ...
re-roofing rolled roof	1/11/2009
Q: i have a low slope roof originally tar and gravel i replaced it with a rolled roof 14 years ago and ... A: Good Morning Scott, When you install the new roof it has to be installed with the over laps on the ...
New Roof Problem Help - Orange County Contractor	1/10/2009
Q: Good morning - I just had a new roof put on my home, including the complete tear off of plywood and ... A: Good Morning Terry, I wouldn’t think heat loss is going to cause what you are describing. I would ...
New Roof Problem Help - Orange County Contractor	1/10/2009
Q: Good morning - I just had a new roof put on my home, including the complete tear off of plywood and ... A: Good Morning Terry, If you are seeing the outline of pieces of plywood you may have a serious ...
Installing turbine vent	1/8/2009
Q: I have a room behind my garage that I am using for a guest room/office and it gets really hot back ... A: Brian Good Morning Norman, You will need to cut a hole in the roof. I would not recommend this ...
tabs ripped off by wind	12/29/2008
Q: I have the 3 tab roofing system...GAF shingles...not sure of the warranty. Ever since we built this ... A: Paige, If you read the specs of the material they will tell you what degrees that thermal sealant ...
Roof Leak?	12/29/2008
Q: Water has wetted my bedroom wall for the past four years. I've had numerous roofers come over and ... A: Jim, You probably need to remove the dry wall inside and see exactly where the water is coming ...
Low pitched tar roof	12/28/2008
Q: I do not know if I am using the correct terminology, but I believe I have a tar down roof that I ... A: Good Morning Sean, If you have a hot tar (Built up roof - BUR) you can find information by looking ...
leaking ridge vent	12/28/2008
Q: We have a 2 year old roof( all plywood replaced, conventional shingles), on a tall steep roof. Had ... A: Good Morning Terry, You need to find out what is exactly leaking first. I would hang some plastic ...
closing ridge vent/choosing the right options	12/27/2008
Q: I just had the last estimate for a roof repair/replacement on a fairly new (3 years old) low-pitch ... A: Good Morning "R" If the roof has a small pitch I would go with the Flintastic. If the roof does ...
closing ridge vent	12/27/2008
Q: I just had the last estimate for a roof repair/replacement on a fairly new (3 years old) low-pitch ... A: Good Morning "R", The ridge vent is not a problem you need to concern yourself with and not ...
Roof Raking Techniques	12/27/2008
Q: I am concerned about ice dams and have been using a roof rake for past several years. How far up ... A: It's best to remove as much as possible for many reasons. If all you can do is remove 2-3 feet you ...
Ice Dam Prevention	12/25/2008
Q: I'm a new homeowner (and a former Southerner) who is living in a snowy area in the Midwest for the ... A: Good Morning Keith,How big a worry should ice dams be? It should be a concern. If your house is ...
Fascia Board Replacement - South County Roofing	12/23/2008
Q: Are there "special" nails that I should expect a roofer to use that will not rust? I have big waffle ... A: Good Morning Keith, I love this question. Yes there are “special nails” that a roofer can. As for ...
Roofing and Roof Repair Help - South County Roofing	12/20/2008
Q: On 12/12 I had a new roof put on thanks to Ike. The sales guy told me they would fix all the dips in ... A: Good Morning Martin, It sounds like the sales guy was promising things he could not deliver or did ...
Roof Rats - South County Roofing	12/17/2008
Q: I live in Florida and have a problem with river rats eating through the rubber gasget upon which the ... A: Good Morning George, If I understand you correctly I believe there is. You can elevate the first ...
Roof and chimney leak Help - South County Roofing	12/17/2008
Q: My roof is leaking in the valley at the back of my house. I also have a leak in my chimney where ... A: Good Morning Marcia, I understand your problem. It would be best to not install a new composition ...
Clay TIle Help - South County Roofing	12/17/2008
Q: I just got a new clay tile roof and the vertical alignment towards the rake edge looks bad to me. ... A: Good Morning Mike! I believe your suspicions are correct and something is wrong in that picture. ...
GAF roof help - South County Roofing	12/15/2008
Q: I RECENTLY PURCHASED A HOME IN NEW JERSEY I WAS TOLD I HAVE A TIMBER LINE ROOF IT NOW LEEKS I CANT ... A: Timberline is a product made by the GAF-ELK Corp. Here’s their website - ...
wavy roof	12/13/2008
Q: We are interested in buying a 20 year old house and I notice the asphalt shingles have some uneven ... A: Fixing roofing that is bumpy is difficult. You have to figure out what is causing the problem ...
Ridge Vent Help - South County Roofing	12/13/2008
Q: Brian, my roof currently has only power vents installed. Would there be any repercussions to my roof ... A: You can install ridge vent any time. But it gets complicated when you combine the ridge vent with ...
sagging roof	12/13/2008
Q: I'm looking at purchasing a home in Villa park that was built in 1974. Between 1974 and now, the ... A: Yes you should be concerned. I have done this exactly job and is very difficult and time consuming. ...
new roof looks bad	12/10/2008
Q: I had a Timberline Prestique architectural asphalt shingle roof installed last week (12/3) by a ... A: I understand your problem. I will be able to answer your problem best if you could send me some ...
Modified Torch Down Roofing - South County Roofing	12/8/2008
Q: Brian, I am considering replacing my existing low-slope 1913 tin roof with modified bitumen. Is it ... A: You should ask him to install counter flashing all the way around the chimney after the torch down ...
Ridge Vent Help	12/7/2008
Q: Brian: I have a 2006 ranch style home with perforated aluminum soffit vents along with ridge vents ... A: Unfortunately, at this point, there’s not a whole lot you can do. You probably should look at a ...
Orange County Roofing Help - South County Roofing	12/5/2008
Q: What should I need to know in detail how a roof replacing is to be done if I hire a roofer to do the ... A: No it doesn't go as long as the manufacturer’s warranty. But, it should be a minimum of 4 years and ...
Replacing a new roof - South County Roofing	12/5/2008
Q: What should I need to know in detail how a roof replacing is to be done if I hire a roofer to do the ... A: You will need to do a little research on your own. The easiest thing to do is to learn to get bids ...
Roof Restoration - South County Roofing	12/4/2008
Q: I'm hearing about the process of restoration to extend the life of wood roofs and restore them to ... A: I believe this can be done. But, I also believe a some contractors get involved in this because ...
Roof Repair Help - South County Roofing	11/25/2008
Q: I am wondering about putting a rain diverter on my roof? I replaced the roof 2 years ago when I ... A: A rain diverter is going to be inexpensive thing to do that should yield some good results. It may ...
Re-roofing over Dimensional Shingles - South County Roofing	11/25/2008
Q: Brian, I have re-roofed over 3-tab shingles many, many times. Can you re-roof over 30 year ... A: You just want to do the usual things. 1. Remove the existing hip and ridge cap tile 2. Cut out any ...
Roofing repair at Chimney - South County Roofing	11/23/2008
Q: We have a leak at a chinmey that several roofers have not been able to solve. It only leaks during ... A: When the chimney cap leaks it usually results in a leak that makes water go inside of the chimney. ...
rolled roofing	11/23/2008
Q: We had rolled roofing installed yesterday on a back yard structure, at the recommendation of the ... A: I would take a couple of things into account before I ask them to do something. #1. How much did I ...
Roof Tear-off Help - South County Roofing	11/22/2008
Q: The homes in our neighborhood are all under 20 years old. All the homes that have had their roof ... A: You should always tear-off the old roof. The biggest reason is its important to have a straight ...
rolled roofing	11/22/2008
Q: We had rolled roofing installed yesterday on a back yard structure, at the recommendation of the ... A: The rolled roof you got installed on your house was installed by someone who either is not familiar ...
Modified Torch Down Roofing - South County Roofing	11/21/2008
Q: Brian, I am considering replacing my existing low-slope 1913 tin roof with modified bitumen. Is it ... A: Yes it is recomended. If your side wall has a small ledge on top of it you can install a piece of ...
Orange County Roofing Help - South County Roofing	11/20/2008
Q: My 700 sq ft Cottage built in 1957, currently has old white asphalt shingles directly on 1"x6" ... A: Your plan sounds pretty good. I would maybe recommend adding a step or two. After the tear-off I ...
Roofing Ventilation - South County Roofing	11/18/2008
Q: I was reading a post from someone you assisted on Roof Condensation in the attic. I think I have ... A: This is a problem I struggle to understand because I can’t witness all of the conditions that are ...
Flat Dormer Roof -South County Roofing	11/13/2008
Q: What is the best cost effective roofing for use in Ohio for a dormer roof ? The dormer roof has ... A: Probably a standing seam metal roof would be the most appropriate roof for a low pitched dormer type ...
Roofing Repair Help From South County Roofing	11/11/2008
Q: One firm recommended we let him repair our roof with coats of tar and then PAINT silver stuff ... A: You need to ask if he is installing hot tar or cold tar. If he is using hot tar should should be ...
Balcony Deck Waterproofing - South County Roofing	11/11/2008
Q: I'm a homeowner with a balcony/deck off of our master upstairs. Below we have a BBQ area we want to ... A: It sounds like the decking material (rolled roofing) is not the proper fit. You should never have ...
Roof and Decking Help from South County Roofing	11/10/2008
Q: my name is Joe and I'm building a two story with a flat roof with no slope.My wife and I would love ... A: This is Brian Atkins. Your question got passed off to me and I will do my best for you. Having ...
Roof Repair help from South County Roofing	11/9/2008
Q: I live in a 3 story with rooftop deck townhome. Ever since I have moved in I experience leaks when ... A: It seems like you have done a great job of pin pointing where the leaks are coming from. About the ...
Tile roof flashing repair - South County Roofing	11/6/2008
Q: We bought our Arizona (new) home in 2000. We recently had the home inspected for a pending sale and ... A: It looks like you may have lead flashings. These are typically made so that there are no joint that ...
Flat roof repair Help	11/6/2008
Q: I paid $400 to have my roof steeped about 1.5 in. Now the roofer claims he caused the leak (with the ... A: There's is no correct answer for that question. The follwoing roof systems can be used for low ...
Flat roof repair Help	11/6/2008
Q: I paid $400 to have my roof steeped about 1.5 in. Now the roofer claims he caused the leak (with the ... A: I am not aware of any wind limitations or lack of warranty because of normal even occasionally high ...
Re-roofing - South County Roofing	11/4/2008
Q: A few weeks ago, I purchased and moved into a 50-year old home with a wood shake roof that needs to ... A: If you went up into the attic and didn’t see any water coming in then that is a great sign that the ...
Presidnetial Roofing Help - South County Roofing	11/3/2008
Q: I just re-roofed my home with 40 yr Elk Presidential, I installed 2 new skylites sitting on new ... A: The only shingle that I can think of with very large notches is Certainteed Presidential shingles ...
replacing an old roof	11/3/2008
Q: Brian I have a 100 yr. old patched tin roof on a row house in central Virginia which has a very ... A: Your roofer has the roofing materials backwards. The mineral surfaced capsheets do not crack ...
How to flash and chimney	11/1/2008
Q: My roof was reshingled this week. The flashing they used around brick chimneys looked odd to me. ... A: Good Morning J, I think the best answer is – there is more than one way to do it and if you’re ...
replacing an old roof	11/1/2008
Q: Brian I have a 100 yr. old patched tin roof on a row house in central Virginia which has a very ... A: I understand you more clearly now. I prefer the white granular surface. But, if theres a decent ...
replacing an old roof	10/30/2008
Q: Brian I have a 100 yr. old patched tin roof on a row house in central Virginia which has a very ... A: Good Morning Anna, The specs you sent over for the new roof proposal looks good. I would check ...
Flat roof repair Help	10/27/2008
Q: I paid $400 to have my roof steeped about 1.5 in. Now the roofer claims he caused the leak (with the ... A: Good Morning Scar, Having your roof steeped for $400.00 seems like a very good deal and just as ...
roof drainage	10/24/2008
Q: I live in CO and have a spot outside a window on second floor with no gutter. It drains to the roof ... A: Good Morning Bryan, To directly answer your question, no you can't stop the ice from backing up the ...
Ventilation	10/22/2008
Q: I'm in the process of selecting a roofing contractor to replace my existing roof. Two of them ... A: 1. You can remove the power vent 2. If you install ridge vent you must remove the power vent or ...
certainteed roof	10/22/2008
Q: I am replacing my old wood shingle roof and I am debating whether to get the landmark 30, 40 or 50 ... A: I would go with the best roof your budget will allow. As for the radiant barrier. I believe ...
roof drainage	10/21/2008
Q: I live in CO and have a spot outside a window on second floor with no gutter. It drains to the roof ... A: You don’t necessarily need a gutter but it would help resolve the icicles from hanging of the edge. ...
Dry Rot Repair Help - South County Roofing	10/21/2008
Q: I've torn off the old shingle and found that the planking has knot holes and splits in the planking. ... A: Hey Vic, The building code would most likely read that you should replace any cracked or broken ...
Proper nailing of shingles - South County Roofing	10/21/2008
Q: "I just had my roof reshingled. The shingles are Owens Corning duration shingles with sure nail ... A: Good Morning Joseph, 1. You should not be able to see any nails heads period. Improper nailing ...
no drip edge	10/20/2008
Q: I can't figure out how to bend or cut metal for outside corners.HELP!!!! or can you refer me to a ... A: I will have to assume you are cutting a common type of edge metal and that would be 2 way edge ...
Dry Rot Repair	10/20/2008
Q: I've torn off the old shingle and found that the planking has knot holes and splits in the planking. ... A: You should be covering all holes over an inch in diameter. You can simply buy some strip metal from ...
Orange County Roofing Help	10/18/2008
Q: In very heavy recent rains we had water seep in along our exterior parapet walls (80 year old ... A: Good Morning John, The top of the stones do need to be protected from water. If water is allowed ...
Flat roof repair	10/16/2008
Q: I have a shingled roof over my back porch but it is starting to leak and crack. My uncle used to do ... A: Good Morning Brian, I believe he was trying to inform you about a material called SBS. This is a ...
Tile Roof Repair - South County Roofing	10/15/2008
Q: Brian, thanks for the reply! Your reply can save us about $68,000! [My previous question was on a ... A: Hey Allen, You should ask the contractor to remove an area of tile directly above the leak. I ...
Tile Roof Underlayment - South County Roofing	10/13/2008
Q: I have a concrete tile roof that has several leaks and I am currently getting estimates to re-roof. ... A: The modified Polyglass is a new product but it does work. Maybe too well. One of the problems with ...
Modified v. SPF	10/10/2008
Q: I have a flat roof and have estimates for a modified roof and Spray Foam with Coating. The spray ... A: Good Morning Melissa, The spray foam roof will have a great R-value. The modified roof may not ...
bowed roof	10/8/2008
Q: I own a 40+ year old salt box style home in the Chicago area. The roof shows a slight bowing. I ... A: Hey Dennis, You will need to find a contractor that is familiar with doing structural modification ...
Correct way to flash wall to roof of low slope porch roof	10/8/2008
Q: Brian, I have a two story colonial home and have am converting the rear deck into an enclosed ... A: Good Morning Robert, It sounds to me like you are trying to flash the transition where a vertical ...
flat roof	10/8/2008
Q: Hey. We have a flat roof porch (that we do use) over our sunroom, it is a white rubber and is ... A: Good Morning, Yes there are plenty of other options. You need to talk to more roofing contractors. ...
an "oatmeal-like" roof patch material	10/7/2008
Q: I am trying to hunt down a product that was used here in the past. It is a granulated product that ... A: I think you're looking for this. http://www.swepcousa.com/bpsite/bppdf/J11449_lsSB.pdf Every ...
clay tile roof repair	10/7/2008
Q: Brian, our house was built in 1919 and is of brick construction with a clay tile roof. The tile ... A: Your roof should cost nowhere close to that. Fly me out and I can guarantee that, lol. You should ...
roof coating waterproof	10/7/2008
Q: I have a home in Ft lauderdale FL built in 1959 with the original clay barrel roof. Last week it ... A: Joel, If your roof started leaking it means the water proofing part of the roof has a problem. The ...
discontinued GAF asphalt shingles	10/7/2008
Q: I have put an addition on my home and Home Depot has just told me that Royal Sovereign Autumn Brown ... A: Sunday, October 12, 2008 You should try a local roofing distributer and see what they have in ...
Flat roof repair Help - South County Roofing	10/6/2008
Q: Have to install an over the stove microwave oven with vent. There is not a long distance to travel ... A: Yes you do exactly that. About your concerns. Heat sealing around such a penetration is but one ...
Gutter installation, Drip edge detail	10/1/2008
Q: We recently had our roof replaced and new gutters installed at a later time after we had all trim ... A: Jim, I believe this is a typical install. I can’t explain why the edge metal is not flush with the ...
Roof tear off: pull or pound down nails	9/30/2008
Q: In tearing off an old roof for reshingling, what is the best practice for old nails: pull 'em all ... A: Scott, You really should pull all of the nails. Pounding down does work but if they are stuck up a ...
Flat roof leak Repair -	9/28/2008
Q: We just bought a house near Boston, Mass with a wooden deck on top of a flat rubber roof. After a ... A: Amir, If the roof is in fact leaking you may try to pull up a few pieces of the deck flooring in ...
Torch down roof leak	9/27/2008
Q: Had torch down roof installed on flat roof after wilma. Now have one leak - not near vents - roof ... A: David, If you are sure the vents and pipe penetrations are not the problem then I would guess it ...
Roof venting - San Clemente Roofing Contractor	9/27/2008
Q: How do you vent a cathedral style ceiling, the kind that has sheetrock nailed to the underside of ... A: Ozzie, That is a very good question. The problem with venting these spaces is the insulation that ...
re-roofing a hot tar roof	9/26/2008
Q: My mothers house was built in the 60's and has a 'hot tar' roof on it currently. It is time to get ... A: The EPDM roof will probably last about 40-60 years. The Certainteed roof will probably last 8-15 ...
Roofing Help	9/24/2008
Q: my partner and I just bought a small house that needed a new roof. We had a guy from a local ... A: And let me first say how sorry I am you have to go through this problem. I don’t think you didn’t ...
Roofing and Roof Repair	9/24/2008
Q: We have a low slope roof with a leak, we've been quoted with a repair that removes our current ... A: Good Morning Brian, I did a little research on your 1 ply roof to see if there are any specs on it ...
Henry Low Slope Roof or other option	9/23/2008
Q: We have a low slope roof with a leak, we've been quoted with a repair that removes our current ... A: As I read your question I am not familiar with the roof system named Henry Low Sloped. I know who ...
tar and gravel roof	9/21/2008
Q: I have a stone block garage with tar and gravel roof,(20' x 20') old, but in good shape. Some minor ... A: You can add more rock to the roof to smooth out the appearance. You should take a sample of your ...
ventilation low pitch, no overhangs or soffit	9/21/2008
Q: What are the possible methods for ventilating the attic under a very low sloped roof where there ... A: Elsie, You may be able to add some intake vents at the bottom of the roof. These will allow air to ...
Tile Roof Leak - by South County Roofing	9/19/2008
Q: I live in Santa Clarita and my house was built in 1990. Last winter our concrete roof had several ... A: If you have a tile roof and water is getting under it and into the house you have more than just a ...
reroofing as apposed to stripping old roof(s)	9/15/2008
Q: I have an asphalt shingle roof on top of a wood shake roof (no plywood) I have gotten estimates for ... A: Deanna, That's a good question but I do not believe you have much choice here if you plan to get a ...
Roofing and Roof Repair - By South County Roofing	9/15/2008
Q: My house is currently being built. They have put all of the plywood on the roof. Today is Sunday, ... A: Yes that does really suck. I normally don’t recommend hasty action such as this but I really ...
replacing a roof help by South County Roofing	9/14/2008
Q: what are the questions that I should ask a contractor when having my roof replaced. (single ... A: Here are a few important questions that you should ask or the contractor should offer up. You do ...
Roofing and Roof Repair - By South County Roofing	9/14/2008
Q: My house is currently being built. They have put all of the plywood on the roof. Today is Sunday, ... A: I share your concern for the possible buckling to the plywood that may occur if the contractor ...
Composition Roofing Help - by South County Roofing	9/13/2008
Q: I had my old roof removed and a new asphalt 3 shingle roof installed about a month ago. From the ... A: That's a very hard call to make for me without seeing exactly what they are doing. I would recomend ...
Composition Roofing Help - by South County Roofing	9/13/2008
Q: I had my old roof removed and a new asphalt 3 shingle roof installed about a month ago. From the ... A: My guess is that the felt paper was not properly fastened in the first place. When that happened ...
Architectrual Roofing quality	9/11/2008
Q: When do we need Architectural shingle roofing that withstand 90 mph wind? We were told that it is ... A: Shirley, Yes it is worth it especially if you live in a high wind area. You should get more info ...
Composition Shingle Roof Help - by South County Roofing	9/11/2008
Q: I just had a new roof installed and shingles are buckled in places. The roofers had the 30 lb ... A: Hey Kevin, Q1: It is ok for the flashing to be nailed and the nails to be exposed. But, where you ...
Powered Roof Vent Help - by South County Roofing	9/11/2008
Q: I am trying to find out info on powered roof vents (both solar powered and hard wired). I live in ... A: If your looking to go solar (and I would recommend it) look into this distributor ...
Powered Roof Vent Help - by South County Roofing	9/11/2008
Q: I am trying to find out info on powered roof vents (both solar powered and hard wired). I live in ... A: Jim, When it comes to powered fans there isn’t a industry leader if you will. You can buy these ...
Gable vents and roofing help - by South County Roofing	9/11/2008
Q: My home was built about 17 years ago. I live in South Texas. When the home was built, soffit vent ... A: Q1: Yes you need soffit vents. Q2: Yes, the intake is the soffit. Q3: I would look into ...
Ridge Ventilation Help - by South County Roofing	9/10/2008
Q: I have 3 Q's for you, but first a brief description of the house & roof: it is a two story with a ... A: Q1: From what I have read you may get what they call “particulates” in the ridge vent material from ...
Gable vents and roofing help - by South County Roofing	9/10/2008
Q: My home was built about 17 years ago. I live in South Texas. When the home was built, soffit vent ... A: Yes you can close off the gable vents and maybe that is the best idea. The only problem you create ...
Composition Shingle Roof Help - by South County Roofing	9/10/2008
Q: I just had a new roof installed and shingles are buckled in places. The roofers had the 30 lb ... A: Kevin, There are two way to fix this problem. You can remove the shingle over the buckled felt. ...
Roofing Contractor Help:	9/8/2008
Q: FRont porch roof slopes from house to street (in measuring a 29" run =16" rise), with mtl gutter. ... A: Yes it would go over the gutter in hopes of transferring the water from the roof directly into the ...
Roofing Ventilation Help - South County Roofing	9/8/2008
Q: I recently had a new roof installed. The salesperson suggested upgrading to a better shingle (I ... A: Brian, That is correct. If you have any vents near a rigde vents then the ridge vent will pull air ...
Roofing Contractor Help:	9/7/2008
Q: FRont porch roof slopes from house to street (in measuring a 29" run =16" rise), with mtl gutter. ... A: Hank, That does sound like it will help. If you can get some 2x4 drip edge metal from the home ...
Concrete Tile Roof Help by South County Roofing	8/24/2008
Q: We are buying a house in Phoenix and the inspector's report says there are no wind seals installed ... A: Harry, The only thing I can think of is: The trim tiles are blown off very easily in high winds ...
measuring a shingle roof help - South County Roofing	8/24/2008
Q: How many extra shingles should I allow for waste/overlap in a laced valley? Say, for a 20 ft. ... A: Charles, The overlap for each shingle going up a valley should be at least 1 foot up the high side ...
roof insulation question	8/23/2008
Q: i have a greenhouse which storm hit and put metal roofing on and now want to insulate have bats of ... A: Jim, Thanks for clearing that up for me. I think what you are doing is really all you can do at ...
Dry Rot Repair Help from South County Roofing	8/23/2008
Q: "I am having to repair/replace part of my flat roof. The roof is 50+ years old and consists of ... A: Lisa, One of the problems of substituting a tongue and grove board for a board that will fit is ...
Add on family room with a flat roof	8/22/2008
Q: We have lived in this house for 22 years, in Leesburg, Fla. After the last hurricane it started ... A: Gayle, Unless your satisfied with footing the bill and starting from scratch I would suggest you ...
Roofing	8/22/2008
Q: We just had a new roof installed on our Florida home. Our contract was supposed to be for ... A: Eric, Yes they do. Usually the 110 mile rating is only achieved by adding more nails to each ...
Ventilation Help - South County Roofing - Lake Forest	8/20/2008
Q: You consistently recommend against ridge vents but never say why. What do you think is the problem ... A: I would into these. http://www.ohaginvent.com/products_comp.asp I prefer these over the ridge vent ...
ridge vents - South County Roofing -	8/19/2008
Q: You consistently recommend against ridge vents but never say why. What do you think is the problem ... A: I think I have answered this several times. I even have it copied in word because I get the request ...
Ridge vent help - South County Roofing, Orange County Roofing help	8/18/2008
Q: In your reply to a lady asking about the quality of different brands of roof shingles, you added ... A: Walt, I though about this a little more and revised it. I thought I would update you. Because the ...
rubber roofing-drip edge	8/17/2008
Q: I am installing a rubber roof on a 9' x 11' area (~1 on 12 pitch). I need to know how a drip edge ... A: I'm not real familiar with the rubber roofing system you are using so I will do the best I can. ...
Roofing over 2 layers of Composition - South County Roofing Help	8/17/2008
Q: Can I put Ondura over two layers of shingles? I live in upstate NY, near the Canadian border. ... A: I have limited experience with this product and no knowledge of the building codes where you live. ...
Cobra ridge vent Help - South County Roofing	8/16/2008
Q: How can you avoid a hump in rige line at an intersecting ridge.Both ridges have cobra roof vent. A: Jack, Anytime you connect ridges you will have a bump. There are a few things you can do to lesson ...
How to get rid of Moss on your roof - South County Roofing	8/16/2008
Q: My house has an asphalt shingled roof. On the north side of the house I have noticed moss on the ... A: Gene, You can try to simply power wash the roof. I wouldn't use anything to powerful though you ...
painting shingles	8/15/2008
Q: I have a client who wants their tar shingles painted a flat black. They said a contractor told them ... A: Scott, If you go to the roofing aisle at Home Depot or Lowe's (I prefer Lowe’s) they should have ...
Roof Repair of Inadequate Pitch	8/14/2008
Q: I have a high pitched shingled roof that abbuts with a tar and gravel flat roof. There is not ... A: Henry’s make a product called Pond Patch. Pond Patch is a roofing product that you can find or ...
Whirly birds and WInd Turbine Help - South County Roofing	8/14/2008
Q: How can we stop our whirly bird from squealing? A: I would try spraying the inside of the unit where the turbine is hitting with W-D40. That should do ...
Composition Shingle Roofing Help - South County Roofing	8/13/2008
Q: I need to re-shingle my roof; my problem is that I need a 5" nail as I have 4" of insulation to go ... A: I previously answered this question but for some reason it did not reach you so I will gladly try to ...
Ice and water guard removal	8/12/2008
Q: Is their an easy way to remove old ice and water guard from plywood. It is really stuck on. Thanks A: Removing ice and water shield that has been stuck directly to a deck is a near impossible task. It ...
ice and water shield	8/12/2008
Q: Is their an easy way to remove old ice and water shield, it it really stuck on to the plywood. A: Fred, I don't believe there is an easy way to do it. I think you just have to scrape or use brute ...
quotations puzzling	8/8/2008
Q: Greetings, I am trying to get a quote for a new roof at an alternative health building we manage. I ... A: Greetings, Yes you could. Send it to info@southcountyroofing.com I'll check it out. Do you have ...
How to Fix a roof - South County Roofing - Orange County Roofing Contractor	8/8/2008
Q: I am a do-it-yourselfer reroofing my garage with dimensional shingles after tearing off the old , ... A: Hey Jamie, Wow, what a project that turned out to be for you. I bet you never make that mistake ...
Flat Roof Help - South County Roofing - Lake Forest, CA	8/6/2008
Q: I live in Ireland a long the near the coast in a flat roof house which was build in the 1930s. It is ... A: I am going to do my best to be a help here but I am not sure if I have enough information to do it. ...
covering a rubber roof	8/5/2008
Q: We have covered patio with a rubber roof. Our second story master bedroom has doors to walk out on ... A: Paula, Yes there is something you could put on the rubber deck. There many choices and options ...
New dimensional shingles not installed correctly	8/4/2008
Q: I just had an old slate roof torn off and re-sheeted with osb and tamko heritage 30 yr dimensional ... A: Mike, I don’t think it is unfair for you to ask to get your roof installed with a warranty. I would ...
Roof Vent and Roof Ventilation Help From allexpert.com	8/2/2008
Q: Our roofer replaced all 7 of our turtle vents with 3 Air Hawk 12" Turbine vents. I wanted this done ... A: I will try an address your question one at a time. Are three turbine vents enough? I would ...
roof insulation question	8/1/2008
Q: i have a greenhouse which storm hit and put metal roofing on and now want to insulate have bats of ... A: Jim, You can use 6mil plastic for a vapor barrier. You will need to duct tape all of the seams in ...
Roofing Help	7/31/2008
Q: I currently have an attached garage with over hangs of three feet all the way around. My homes roof ... A: Jared, If you extend your eave out an additional three feet you will need to need to get a piece of ...
New roof help - What to do when getting a new roof installed.	7/31/2008
Q: I live in Omaha, Nebraska, and my roofer says he will leave the old felt paper on for 'extra ... A: Cynthia, This is not good a goof technique or a recommended application at all. The old felt needs ...
Flat Roofing	7/30/2008
Q: First let me thank you. I have bought a building with a flat roof which is leaking. The roof is ... A: Cheryl, I can't tell you if Duro Last is the best solution and the best product for flat roofs. A ...
roof extension for a patio on a ranch house	7/29/2008
Q: I have a single story brick house in Phoenix that has a 9' patio roof in the back. It looks like ... A: I would find a designer to come out to your place, get your input, and draw something up. Then I ...
roof extension for a patio on a ranch house	7/29/2008
Q: I have a single story brick house in Phoenix that has a 9' patio roof in the back. It looks like ... A: You are thinking about this in the terms that I would be. You are going to have to locate a patio ...
gaf vs. certainteed	7/27/2008
Q: we are replacing our 30plus years roof and want to be sure we are getting the best product for the ... A: Certainteed Corp. makes a better 30, 40, 50, and TL roof than any other manufacture. They have very ...
Tile Roof Repair Help -	7/26/2008
Q: We recently purchased a house in Austin Texas. The home has a tile roof. When we had the home ... A: Just because tiles are touching the stucco doesn’t mean you have a problem at all. You need to get ...
Asphalt Shingles	7/26/2008
Q: I am about to purchase a home but after a hurricane swept through the area some of the shingles were ... A: Putting shingles over shingles is a lazy and cheap way of accomplishing a new roof. All of your ...
Radiant Barrier	7/25/2008
Q: I requested LP Tech Shield on my house anticipating the builders would put in the attic only (in ... A: Paul, I am sorry to hear of this. I would be very disappointed with that result as well and I ...
Roofing	7/25/2008
Q: I currently have an attached garage with over hangs of three feet all the way around. My homes roof ... A: Jrae, If you can’t find a roofer to do this you may need to first hire a framing contractor and ...
Tile Roof Restoration	7/25/2008
Q: I'm an American living in France. I have a house built around 1970 with a terra cotta tile roof. One ... A: When you remove the tiles you should be able to put sheathing on. You also mentioned putting some ...
Roofing Help - New Roof Help	7/25/2008
Q: I am getting bids for a new roof and have decided to use GAF shingles with rapid ridge for the ridge ... A: Plywood and OSB are basically the same and will do the same job you need done without you ever ...
Spray Foam - Do We Need To Vent?	7/23/2008
Q: We are in the midst of the renovation process in Denver. We have a Cathedral Roof Line to insulate. ... A: Most places I would deem reliable help you calculate how much venting you needs or how well a ...
Roof Repair	7/22/2008
Q: i waNT to fix my upper porch its all open no roof over what do i use so i can walk on it when i want ... A: Hey Dan, If you don't know what they have on it now it's very difficult for harder for me help. I ...
Ridge Cap Help	7/21/2008
Q: Brian, First off, thanks for the suggestion a couple days ago about the improperly nailed shingles. ... A: I think it will be okay. Especially with you nailing it properly. It may not be as effective but ...
Roof addition over patio	7/21/2008
Q: I would like to add a screened in structure on my patio. I believe I have a decent grasp of what I ... A: If you want to go with shingles the code is you need a 2 & 12 pitched deck for this. If you go ...
Flat Roof Sagging	7/20/2008
Q: We have a substantial prolem on a house we recently purchased (with knowledge of the problem). The ... A: Hey Steve, I haven't had experience with the type of construction you are dealing with. I do know ...
Nailed shingles in the wrong area	7/19/2008
Q: I am a do-it-yourselfer reroofing my garage with dimensional shingles after tearing off the old , ... A: I would say that in the morning you have the best chance of lifting the shingles while causing the ...
Nailed shingles in the wrong area	7/19/2008
Q: I am a do-it-yourselfer reroofing my garage with dimensional shingles after tearing off the old , ... A: I truly feel your pain. This reminds me of a roof that was done for my fathers roofing company back ...
Chimney Leak - Fireplace Leak - Roof Flashing	7/19/2008
Q: I have a question about flashing where a side mounted chimney meets the roof. The chimney is class-A ... A: I have been working on a condo complex with the exact same issue. Part of the problem is the ...
Gable Fan and Ridge Vent	7/18/2008
Q: I have 1900 square feet of attic space. My house is a 45 year old house. For soffit venting, there ... A: I have read the same thing about have both types of vents (gable and ridge) does not let the ridge ...
30/40/50 yr composite roof	7/18/2008
Q: Same question i asked Brad. DO / will these roofs really last as long as they say and is it worth ... A: Yes they will last that long. They will probably last longer if anything. Plus, the colors tend to ...
ridge vents	7/16/2008
Q: Can you tell me what year ridge vents were commonly used on rowhomes in new construction? IN ... A: I was not aware of the ridge vent system he locally until the late 90's. I am in sourthern ...
Roofing Help - Metal Shop Roofing	7/16/2008
Q: We have a very large shop with a galvanized slopped roof. We are thinking of having it tarred. Is ... A: You definitely want to get a qualified roofer out to the shop. Try www.servicemagic.com. They will ...
Cedar shakes \| Wood Shingle Siding Help	7/16/2008
Q: I am going to install cedar shakes under the gable ends of my cabin. They will be applied as a ... A: I usually do not see or use wood shakes for siding purposes. Typically the small cut cedar shingles ...
flat porch	7/16/2008
Q: i waNT to fix my upper porch its all open no roof over what do i use so i can walk on it when i want ... A: This is a very difficult answer the accurately. Because, I do not know about the structure you are ...
New roof	7/15/2008
Q: I am needing to reshingle my 2 storey Georgian in Canada. Is it necessary to have an ice shield, a ... A: I am not sure if your building codes require them or not but I think you do need them. A few ...
Roof Venting - Cathedral ceiling	7/14/2008
Q: we are buying a home that has a finished attic. As far as we can tell, the roof does not have any ... A: If there is a small space between the underside of the roof deck and where the insulation ends then ...
Steel tile roof, steel roofing, steel roofers, gerard steel roof	7/11/2008
Q: I live in California and currently soliciting bids to replace my 20 year old shake roof. We've ... A: The overall advantage would have to go to ceramic tiles. There isn’t anything that steel does that ...
curled up roof shingles rooling backwards	7/10/2008
Q: Let me start with we bought this house in Michigan last summer unseen from a family member. We moved ... A: The curling of the shingles usually means the roof was either put on wrong or you got bad material ...
Roofing Problems, Roof Help is on the way	7/8/2008
Q: Two years ago I replaced my roof with standard shingles and added ridge vent for ventilation. The ... A: The plywood would not go bad in just two years without a lot of leaking. Your house was probably ...
Exposed plywood while replacing roof	7/6/2008
Q: We hired a roofer to replace our shingle roof with a metal roof and it has now been two weeks with ... A: It is a difficult situation you have there. I understand you concern and they would be mine as ...
ice and water shield	7/4/2008
Q: Brian, I'm having a tearoff and reroof done on my WI home. I had aluminum gutters and 3X3 flashing ... A: The ICW is very strong and rubberized. It should be able to handle the minor expansion and ...
wet sheating,wet felt and wet shinkles	7/4/2008
Q: The roofer tore our shingles off on Monday, then laid felt, then left the site due to rain. We ... A: You have a lot of questions here. The court will have to decide if he is liable for anything. My ...
does my roof really need replacement?	7/3/2008
Q: The roof on my home was replaced 20 years ago, and it was the second roof installed. myhow do you ... A: The best indication that a roof needs to be replaced is a leak. The cracks just means your roofs ...
Flat Roof ventilation help	7/3/2008
Q: "I just brought a new home and now seemingly I am baking on the second floor. I have been told that ... A: I understand your dilemma. I think you are right to assume the turbine and the other vent may not ...
Certainteed or GAF = Certainteed wins every time	7/3/2008
Q: I have a 3300 sq ft house and 3-car garage, and wonder if I should replaced existing shingle with ... A: I would go with the Certainteed over any composition shingle. They are the best by far. Also, you ...
Roof Flashing, Valley flashing, or Roll Roofing	7/2/2008
Q: Is it better to use metal valley flashing or roll roofing in valleys with asphalt shingles? A: Now, if the contractor was going to use the roll roofing as a 36” bleeder sheet and then roof over ...
Flat Roof Ventilation help	7/1/2008
Q: I have a flat roof. I recently had the gravel and rock taken off and had it replaced with shingle ... A: I understand your question and problem. What happened is the rock on the roof used to be shielding ...
FACTORY MADE TRUSSES	7/1/2008
Q: HOW DO I FIGURE OUT HOW MUCH WEIGHT THE NEW ROOF WILL HANDLE . THE TRUSSES WERE FACTORY MADE OUT OF ... A: This is a question for a structural engineer. Anyone other than a structure engineer will not have ...
Roofing Question: GAF vs Certainteed Landmark	6/30/2008
Q: Original roof 1991, Velux VS 606 and VS 606 skylights 1991. New roof needed. Replace skylights? 1 ... A: I would replace both units. Seems how you got 15 years of service out of each unit, I would ...
Shingles blowing off in the wind, how to stop this	6/30/2008
Q: My house was built in 92, 25 year IKO shingle, 12/12 pitch. I had to replace on side of house and ... A: As for the Venting. I doubt it is the problem. I have seen a ton of house (in CA) with out any ...
Shingles blowing off in the wind, how to stop this	6/30/2008
Q: My house was built in 92, 25 year IKO shingle, 12/12 pitch. I had to replace on side of house and ... A: I looked around a bit (online) to see if there were other reports of roof failure with those ...
How to compare contractors and their bids	6/27/2008
Q: I am getting bids for a re-roof for my house. My problem is that everyone I talk to appears to do ... A: When going over a layer of roofing the Ice and Water Shield is just not needed. I would ask the ...
What weight of felt paper should you use	6/27/2008
Q: we live in the Detroit, MI area and are in need of a replacement roof. I have gotten several quotes ... A: I saw your question was sent to the general question pool so I decided to answer it for you. You ...
Question: Ridge Vents vs Wind Turbines - Roof Ventilation	6/26/2008
Q: I live in Houston and am having my roof replaced with fiberglass shingles.I currently have 2 ... A: That is a very good question and I am happy to help with that. Both he ridge vent and the wind ...
Roofing Help	6/24/2008
Q: We recently had a new shed built with a "Barn" or Gambrel style roof. My question is the where the ... A: J, I see your question was asked on the 6/24/08. The reason you question was not answered is ...
Skylight Repair - Leaking skylight	6/24/2008
Q: I live in Florida during the heat of the day my ceiling between 2 skylights in the family room gets ... A: I see your question was asked on the 6/23/08. The reason you question was not answered is because ...
drip edge solution?	6/23/2008
Q: Hey, Brian. We just purchased a home and the seller had just put on a brand new architectural ... A: It sounds to me like the drip edge metal is the only practical solution at this point. Things to ...
Vented drip-edge	6/23/2008
Q: We had our roof replaced late in the fall. The job was quoted to install vented drip edge. After ... A: I see your question was asked on the 6/22/08. The reason you question was not answered is because ...
Roofing: How to fix chimney leaks -	6/21/2008
Q: We have a leak in our chimney and so far neither a roofer nor a chimney person has been able to ... A: In the case of a leak around a fireplace that has roofing around it the problem is usually the ...
Patio Roofing - What to replace it with	6/21/2008
Q: ilive near Houston, Tx I need to replace my patio roof which ties into the back of my house 1 ... A: I see your question was asked on the 6/20/08. The reason you question was not answered is because ...
Question: Do you remove the old roof or go over the old roof	6/20/2008
Q: I was told that puting GAF 30 yr Architectual grade shingles over the existing shingles would void ... A: I see your question was asked on the 6/20/08. The reason you question was not answered is because ...
How to measure a roof - Roofing Help	6/20/2008
Q: I have a 12x12 shed and I need to know what I need for shingles. How many squares? A: Hey Chad, I see your question was asked on the 6/20/08. The reason you question was not answered ...
GAF vs. Owens Corning	6/18/2008
Q: Do you have an opinion on two types of shingles? I have a choice between Owens/Corning vs. GAF/Elk ... A: I see your question was asked on the 6/18/08. The reason you question was not answered is because ...
Question: Tile roof, weight, plywood	6/17/2008
Q: I am an American living in France. I have a terra cotta red tile roof, like what you'll see on some ... A: There’s no reason you shouldn’t be able to do this. I would contact an engineer who specializes in ...
20yr laminate shingle	6/16/2008
Q: Is there such a thing as a 20 yr laminate shingle? I thought laminate shingles were a minimum 30yr. ... A: The roof may have a 20 year algea warranty but typically the laminate describe a multi layered ...
Question: Hot tar, roof coating, insulation R-Value	6/14/2008
Q: I am having a 4 ply built up roof installed on my house. I am using 1.5” insulation on the ... A: You could expect about a 10-15 R-Value. The roofer could ask the place where he is going to buy the ...
Attic Ventilation without vented soffits	6/13/2008
Q: I am building a home and I am not allowed to have vented soffits on the sideyards due to some code ... A: You don't really have a choice. You mentioned you can't install sofit vents, you also mentioned ...
delivery of shingles	6/12/2008
Q: .im having my roof done and im paying 4,800...ok the delivery came the other day..i had to pay ... A: That is great news! I am curious. How did you handle that situation? It sounds like you got the ...
GAF vs Certainteed = One clear winner	6/11/2008
Q: I have one contractor who gave me a price on an GAF architectural shingle. He told me it was ... A: There’s not a big difference in the two manufactures you described. GAF and Tamko both make ...
Titanium UDL 50 - Roofing Underlayment	6/11/2008
Q: I live in Phoenix AZ and have a concrete tile roof. I have a leak and have had several quotes and ... A: Out of the felt options I would choose to install 2 layers of 30lb ASTM rated roofing felt. The ...
How to Install White Elostomeric Roof Coatings	6/9/2008
Q: I have a rubber flat roof on my 2 flat appartment building my neighbor recently had his roof of the ... A: They do have plenty of do it yourself products available (I hope) locally for you. Both Homedepot ...
Thermostat/Humidistat on Attic Fan	6/9/2008
Q: This may sound like a silly question...but I have a Combo Thermostat/Humidistat for the Attic Fan. ... A: You may have to do a little research here. Because all the manufactures make a slightly different ...
Reroof help	6/7/2008
Q: I recently purchased an old movie theatre in our small town. I knew the owners were in the middle ... A: It sounds like you have a fun project. The roofing portion is not something you should tackle. You ...
Fascia board repalcement	6/6/2008
Q: I am going to have the fascia board replaced on a coastal cottage. I plan to use cedar board. The ... A: The price of the wood should be in between $500-$1,000.00. The price of the job is going to depend ...
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Q: I am building a new home and using your asphalt shingles. Part of the home will be timber framed and ... A: This question was put out on the general question pool so I picked it up. Sometimes harder to ...
ridge vents/California Code	6/5/2008
Q: I am having a complete re-roofing (tear off)of existing composition shingle on a low slope gable ... A: Ridge vent is not a code requirement. Some venting is but not specifically ridge vent. If it is ...
Roof leaks after replaced 3 yrs ago.	6/5/2008
Q: I purchased my home 3 years ago and the seller had to replace the roof before we closed. The roof ... A: I would have to answer yes. I would read the back of the contract very carefully. You should be ...
Question: New roof Help	6/4/2008
Q: I want to replace the roof on an old farm house in west Tennessee. The original layer of roofing was ... A: Steve, It sounds like you have a little bit of work in front of you. If you are correct you have ...
delivery of shingles	6/4/2008
Q: .im having my roof done and im paying 4,800...ok the delivery came the other day..i had to pay ... A: That is an unfortunate situation. He is obviously doing the ole bait and switch. It is definitely ...
Timberline Prestige High Defination Shingles	6/2/2008
Q: What is your opinion of using Timberline Prestige High Definitation Shingles? --can't find if they ... A: I would install these types of vents at the bottom of the roof – ...
Timberline Prestige High Definition Shingles and turbine vents	6/2/2008
Q: What is your opinion of using Timberline Prestige High Definitation Shingles? Also, could not find ... A: I would install these types of vents at the bottom of the roof – ...
Question: About Ridge Venting, Ventilation	6/1/2008
Q: I live in area with lots of snow (over 200 " annually). Would a ridge vent help prevent ice dams ? ... A: I don't think ridge vent will work properly when you need them because the vent would be blocked by ...
Concrete roof tile	5/30/2008
Q: I own a brick building in Pittsburg, Tx that has concrete roof tile. It was built in 1978 and four ... A: I am sorry to hear you are having this problem. It sounds like an easy fix to me. It is a common ...
southcountyroofing.com - Roofing Contractor	5/29/2008
Q: I'm buying a new home in Las Vegas where it's mostly hot and sunny. One of the many home options I'm ... A: Answers for why synthetic paper is better - The synthetic paper usually has a warranty, regular ...
southcountyroofing.com - Roofing Contractor	5/29/2008
Q: I'm buying a new home in Las Vegas where it's mostly hot and sunny. One of the many home options I'm ... A: I understand your dilemma. When I re-roofed my own house I did use the plywood that has the foil ...
Question For: southcountyroofing.com	5/26/2008
Q: wondering about stove pipe going trough standing seam roof woried about the heat from pipe damage ... A: They have some underlayments that work as a moisture guard. You would use one of these first under ...
new roof or just repairs	5/24/2008
Q: I have a 14 yr old house in central Minnesota...some curling on some shingles...can these be ... A: I was looking through the general roofing question pool and saw you question waiting to be answered. ...
shingle over hot mop roof	5/23/2008
Q: Brian, I have a few questions - hope it's not too much. I recently bought a house near Santa ... A: Everything sounds pretty good to me so far. Your plan is very well conceived. The tear-off is a ...
How much clearance needed for a flat tile valley.	5/21/2008
Q: How much clearance do I suppose to have on each side of the "V" valley on flat tiles roof. Too many ... A: Sonny, It depends on if you want an open or closed valley. A closed looks better. When installing ...
ridge vents/California Code	5/21/2008
Q: I am having a complete re-roofing (tear off)of existing composition shingle on a low slope gable ... A: The code for ventilation for new roofs is you need 1 square foot of ventilation for every 150 square ...
Soffit vents	5/18/2008
Q: I'm installing individual rectangular soffit vents, about 6x12 or so, in a 16" wide overhang. They ... A: Rick, I am going to try and help here. Because I can see the ones you’re installing I will take an ...
Attic Ventilation without vented soffits	5/16/2008
Q: I am building a home and I am not allowed to have vented soffits on the sideyards due to some code ... A: Hey Bubba, You will have to install some additional roof vents to use in place of the nonexistent ...
Timberline Prestige High Definition Shingles and turbine vents	5/13/2008
Q: What is your opinion of using Timberline Prestige High Definitation Shingles? Also, could not find ... A: I would do at least one for the garage and four for the house. You need to understand that no ...
Timberline Prestige High Definition Shingles and turbine vents	5/13/2008
Q: What is your opinion of using Timberline Prestige High Definitation Shingles? Also, could not find ... A: The Timberline Prestique High Definition Shingles should do just fine. The High Definition line of ...
Timberline Prestige High Defination Shingles	5/12/2008
Q: What is your opinion of using Timberline Prestige High Definitation Shingles? --can't find if they ... A: The shingles you are talking are high quality. I would look into Certainteed brand shingles as ...
Boot flashing	5/12/2008
Q: During a recent roof repair estimate, the roofer said 3 of my boot flashings would need to be ... A: I have not heard the term "boot flashing" before. I would suggest you contact another roof and ...
Re-Roof with new vents	5/6/2008
Q: Brian, I'm planning to replace my roof after the Hailstorm(I live in TX). There is no water leak ... A: Well, that’s a little bit of a snag. It sounds to me like he has not used this type of product ...
Roof leak mystery	5/5/2008
Q: There is a wicked leak somewhere and so far two local roofers can’t find it. We live in a 3-story ... A: You're in luck. Finding leaks has alomost become a hobby of mine. Roof leaks are very simple to ...
Re-Roof with new vents	5/5/2008
Q: Brian, I'm planning to replace my roof after the Hailstorm(I live in TX). There is no water leak ... A: Definitely ask him if he could remove the old layer of felt as well. For two very good reasons. ...
Re-Roof with new vents	4/29/2008
Q: Brian, I'm planning to replace my roof after the Hailstorm(I live in TX). There is no water leak ... A: Good Morning Sree, For vents you should have them spaced out about every 10-15 feet maximum. You ...
Replacing 30-Year Cedar Shake Roof	4/25/2008
Q: Am wondering about alternatives. Specifically, either the fake shake... or something else (metal?). ... A: There is not a real good shake alternative that is going to look very similar to wood shake and save ...
Ceiling	4/24/2008
Q: I hope you can help...as my landlords have not yet been able to assist. I live in a rental ... A: First thing we need to clarify is if you do have an attic or not. If you do not have an attic the ...
Cool down a hot residential garage. Inexpensively.	4/17/2008
Q: I have a 20'X 20' uninsulated 2 car garage with a hip roof, 5/12 pitch, and asphalt shingles, in the ... A: Hey Cam, That is a great question. I am always looking for the most cost effective and efficient ...
Roll Roofing question	4/16/2008
Q: Brian, I recently bought a fishing camp house that has an addition with a flat roof. The roof has ... A: You should tear-off everything every time you re-roof. Especially, when dealing with a flat roof. ...
rubber roofing	4/15/2008
Q: I have a utility shed 20X40. It has rolled asphalt roofing on it now and leaking. Recently got two ... A: This is a tough question to definitive answer to because I am not exactly sure what the rubber ...
installing dragontooth shingles	4/13/2008
Q: My roof area is 24' L x 8'W and the roofing material is owens corning 30 year dragontooth style. Can ... A: The best thing I can recommend for you to do is to get a copy of the installation instruction ...
Painting a shingle roof	4/12/2008
Q: I had to replace the roof on an add on section of my house this past year, however the main part of ... A: Sorry I didn’t get back with you sooner. Sunday in my day off and I spend it with my son. As for ...
hot tar	4/11/2008
Q: Can hot tar be installed over a rubber roof ? A: Hey Steve, You should be able to do that. You would have to install a base sheet directly over the ...
High-slope truss requirements per code	4/9/2008
Q: from northeast Washington State: The 45-degree sloped gable roof of our cottage gathered no snow ... A: That is a good question. The only way to know if you really needed a post somewhere is to look at ...
moss	4/2/2008
Q: MY ROOF IS 10 YEARS OLD AND HAS STARTED TO DEVELOP A GREEN MOSS ON THE WEST SIDE OF MY HOUSE. IS ... A: The moss condition is caused by water. It is typically only seen as a problem because it stain the ...
ventilation without soffits	3/29/2008
Q: The house has knee walls and dormers and no soffit vents. Additionally, we are pretty certain that ... A: Sounds like a fun project. But, that’s just me. If I were you I would use the O’HAGINS tapered ...
ventilation	3/29/2008
Q: I'm getting ready to have a 30 year GAF Timberline architectural roof installed. We have a 1946 ... A: As for your question “Do I have enough ventilation with just the soffit and ridge vent or should I ...
Curved Wrap Around Porch Roof	3/28/2008
Q: Our Roof was installed 11 years ago just before we purchased this house. We purchased matching ... A: The best thing I can recommend for you to do is to get a copy of the installation instruction ...
Roofing Repair - Lake Forest - South County Roofing	3/28/2008
Q: I added a sunroom to the back of my house. The chimney juts out about 2'. The addition has a metal ... A: This is a difficult problem and an advanced problem for you to solve. As this is not a standard ...
flat roof	3/27/2008
Q: considering cost, would it be cheaper to roof over a flat roof or raise the pitch and roof? A: It would be much cheaper to roof over a flat roof than to raise the pitch of a flat roof and then ...
Reroofing Helpful Contractor - Costa Mesa - South County Roofing Online Help	3/19/2008
Q: How long should it take a professional roofer to roof a easy 20 square and 7 rolls of modified ... A: FYI - Your question was left in general in box. I was just checking to see if there's any question ...

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