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| Subject | Date Asked |
| ID the Manufacturer | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: Can you identify the manufacturer of the attached shingle? The shingle is a 30 yr. shingle and has ... A: Before they were merged, there was a company called ELK, their shingle was called: Prestique I They ... | |
| ID the Manufacturer | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: Can you identify the manufacturer of the attached shingle? The shingle is a 30 yr. shingle and has ... A: You do not say what area of the country you live in. It matters, because, most shingles are ... | |
| Underlayment | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: I am building a home and I am pretty sure the builder didn't put underlayment under the shingles. I ... A: "I am building a home and I am pretty sure the builder didn't put underlayment under the shingles. I ... | |
| new roof | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: My old roof is 25+yrs. old and needs to be replaced. It is standard three tab shingles on felt, ... A: .. I have never seen your roof, so condition may be a factor in the bids you are receiving from the ... | |
| Roof repair: pitched ledge outside windows: re-pitch AWAY from home vs. adding more drainage | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: We live in a 5-unit brownstone. The fifth (top unit) was added back in the 1970's. The old roof's ... A: a bummed-out Cincinnati Ohio, where we are hoping that the NFL will grant our wish for a ... | |
| Shingles | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: We are considering Certainteed Landmark 30 year Architectural Shingles in Black Moir and ... A: My company, A New Rooftime, does not install either of these products. We only install Owens Corning ... | |
| Which shingle | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: I am in Northern Ontario and need to shingle my home. The choice is between Certainteed Landmark ... A: My company, A New Rooftime, installs throughout the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky ... | |
| Attic Ventilation and Insualtion | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: Bruce. My house was built in Dec 2007 and we moved in as the second owners Aug 2009. It is a 2 ... A: Good morning from a damp Florence, Kentucky! Attic ventilation is calculated on a math formula. ... | |
| determine roof pitch | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: .i was reading lately about putting a turbine in the roof to help draw out the heat. the article ... A: Kentucky! A turbine works great for getting hot air out and under the roof line. Keeping airflow ... | |
| reroof possible cause of Velux window leak | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I had a new roof installed. I have 4 Velux skylight manual operation windows that have not give a ... A: Velux is truly the BEST in skylights. However, they say themselves that their product only will ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: Hey Dale, I have a question for you. Can you place a new metal roof over an existing metal roof? A: .... basically it would depend on the two metal roof systems under review! How they will nest will ... | |
| Radiant Barrier-OSB-PLYWOOD | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: I am re roofing my first roof and need advice. Would you use CDX or OSB. I have seen what OSB does ... A: When it comes to the wood deck, you might be gulity of over thinking the situation; let me explain. ... | |
| roof replacement | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I am in the process of hire a contractor to replace my existing roof. The problem is I am not an ... A: Ohio. In may areas of the country, a roofer is an unlicensed profession. Anyone can grab some basic ... | |
| Roofing not installed correctly? | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I live in a 3 year old house. The roofing has since new has been coming off a few shingles during ... A: ..we are experiencing some of your weather up here! Ok...You are definitely having some roof ... | |
| shingles | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: We live in central WI and need to replace our roof. I have two estimates on the shingles only and ... A: Ok...I feel well suited to answer this question, as my company A New Rooftime, located in Northern ... | |
| copper box gutters | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in finding out if the following techniques are acceptable practices in the ... A: Wow...I can feel your frustration all through your letter, sorry for your troubles! Box gutters are ... | |
| titatium underlayment | 5/15/2011 |
| Q: i am re roofing the contractor has said it is OK to put steel over old shingles if you use titanium ... A: Hmmmm...at my Company, Rooftime, we did 13 metal roofs throughout Cincinnati last year: not one was ... | |
| Metal roofs - Geodesic Dome | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: Do you know where I might see an aluminum-roofed Geodesic Dome somewhere in the Cincinnati area - I ... A: Yes we have installed three of these unique and very cool roof projects at my company ROOFTIME, here ... | |
| What does it mean to "box in the roof vents"? | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: My home was recently damaged by golf ball sized hail. The insurance company totaled it out and I ... A: Ok...so right off, I am impressed with the obvious homework you have done! You have checked the BBB, ... | |
| roofing | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: we are haveing new roof put on old roof. but this thats doing it. say your shingling downward then ... A: I am very sorry, but I am not "getting" what you are describing and/or asking me! Please provide ... | |
| reroofin | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: Is it possible to heat the single ply or multi ply rolls with a torch over the existing flat asphalt ... A: Please, please, please: DO not tackle a roof project that involves a torch. Roofers MUST have ... | |
| Roof over | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: I am considering installing a new roof over the old one before installation of solar voltaic panels. ... A: No! For nailovers you just install the new shingles "nested" over the existing. But! Let me throw ... | |
| house shingles | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: My house was built in 1996, I bought it in 2008. My shingles are light gray and I have these black ... A: WHAT ARE THESE BLACK STREAKS ON MY ROOF? At A New Rooftime, we have heard people explain those ... | |
| painting composition roof | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I had a composition roof installed about 10 years ago and have decided it's the wrong color. It's ... A: Hey: this is America, you can do anything you want, and there are companies that will sell you ... | |
| stepflashing overlap | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: Would you require step flashing to be redone that overlaps by only 1 inch or 1 1/4 inch? ... A: Without seeing it I cannot say for sure. You might try these ideas; ask the company to provide their ... | |
| stepflashing overlap | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: Would you require step flashing to be redone that overlaps by only 1 inch or 1 1/4 inch? ... A: Keeping in mind that differnt walls may allow for different flashing methods, in general, step ... | |
| roof | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: My home is 15 years old and shingles are starting to come off occasionally after storms. I'm not ... A: The question often comes up about whether a single layer of asphalt shingle roof, should be torn off ... | |
| out of production roofing | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: We have damage to our roof from a recent wind storm. Our insurance will only pay to patch it. The ... A: It depends on what roof shingle you have...if it is the GAF SENTINEL, 20 year strip 3 tab, the GAF ... | |
| snow and gutters | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: The house has a propanel roof. When the snow begins to defrost it slides from the roof and lands in ... A: I am sorry to tell you that NO, if you are looking just for help with the gutters hanging true and ... | |
| roof | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: I live in Connecticut and am having my roof replaced (3 layers of old roofing coming off, including ... A: Okay....what I would tell yo to do, is go to teh OWENS CORNING web site and type in your zip code. ... | |
| GAF-ELK Lifetime | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: What is the main physical differences between the GAF-ELK Timberline Prestique High Def 40 and the ... A: There is NO difference in the shingle at all! They are run in the same plant using the exact same ... | |
| reuse | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: I bought my present house 6 years ago. I had the roof replaced ($30,000 for 50 year architectural ... A: When you researched and purchased your roof 5 years ago, you went for QUALITY, even though your roof ... | |
| Asphalt Roofing hip roof cap | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a small house with a complicated hip roof. I plan to re-roof with asphalt shingles. There is ... A: So according to your measurments, your house has 130 linear feet of CAP shingles. At my company: ... | |
| New roof -- synthetic or felt underlayment? | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I am about to have a new roof installed. My home is in the often wet Pacific NW. Any recommendation ... A: ... Good questions! FIRST: I love the new SYNTHETIC underlayments the shingle makers have come up ... | |
| New GAF/ELK Roof - Warranty Voided? | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: Product Installed on my home within past 90-days: Timberline Prestique Grande 40 - My Contractor ... A: .. Okay...first off, let me advise you to research this shingle carefully. In my market ... | |
| adding to roof overhang | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a modular home, the overhang is very small, therefore the winter's usually freeze our back ... A: I am sorry, but all I do is the roofing, I am not a builder, and would not know how to properly set ... | |
| skylights on porch | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: ..any advice you can give will be greatly appreciated. We purchased a home that has a covered porch ... A: Skylights are a great improvement to a home when they are correctly specified for a roof slope and ... | |
| Roof ventillation | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: I have recently had facias and sofits replaced and they have covered up the old air vents on the ... A: ....what a weekend for our pro teams..... Ventilation is a mathematical calculation, so with out ... | |
| Roofing leak | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a dome skylight with a diameter of about 6 feet which sits on a flat roof. the area below the ... A: The material you are referring to is called Peal and Stick...it was developed for use in Mobile home ... | |
| Roofing leak | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a dome skylight with a diameter of about 6 feet which sits on a flat roof. the area below the ... A: With-out some pictures I cannot pinpoint any one aspect of the problem, so I will only be able to ... | |
| elastomeric coatings over comp. shingles | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a mobile home in Florida,sometime ago I noticed some leaks,upon further inspection ... A: It is not a very good move for a homeowner to make. In trying to extend the life of the original ... | |
| Asbestos Cement Roof Shingles | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I am working with my insurance company on a claim for my roof where it was damaged due to a hail ... A: Wow....old school building techniques just could not happen today! Asbestos roof shingles with lead ... | |
| shelf life of roofing shingles | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I have 35 bundles of architectural grade 30 year shingles that we purchased to use in building a ... A: Yep! The shingles are good to go, no problem! The biggest problem you may run into is the fact that ... | |
| Repair leaking roof | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: How can I repair my leaking sunroom roof which is aluminum? A: It is a actually one of the easiest of roof repairs to tackle, and you may want to save some money, ... | |
| reroof and insulate over open beam | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: Problem/context: I have a 40 year old ranch home with no attic, open beam construction (4x12 beams ... A: Please click these lijs to learn all about radiant bariers, there is so much good info out there, to ... | |
| Metal roofing | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a detached garage (cincinnati, ohio) that about a quarter of the roof needs to be replaced ... A: HEY neighbor! There is an old Indian proverb" How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!" ... | |
| reroof and insulate over open beam | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: Problem/context: I have a 40 year old ranch home with no attic, open beam construction (4x12 beams ... A: Ok, you have researched and "know" your home-good on you! It is hard to offer an exact design, even ... | |
| replacing roof vent boots | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: I watched a video on youtube on replacing roof vent boots and the man showed tradition ... A: When I retire...NC here I come!!! The TRIAD area! ok, you have a few choices to fix this simply and ... | |
| New Impact Resistant Roof | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: We live in Wisconsin and built our home in 2000. At that time, we installed a 30 yr Certainteed ... A: I love the DURATION! Def look at it! Use the OC website and you can locate a SKILLED installer! ... | |
| New Impact Resistant Roof | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: We live in Wisconsin and built our home in 2000. At that time, we installed a 30 yr Certainteed ... A: ..... Have you considered a METAL roof? Meets the hail rating...has a higher wind rating.....and ... | |
| Velux FS 108 leak | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: About 3 years ago, I had 2 Velux FS106 and 2 Velux FS108 skylights installed to a room that we added ... A: Yours is a problem that is actually typical when skylights are re-positioned into a roof line in a ... | |
| Flashings | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 60 yr old bungalow... it had been abandonned for over 5 years and was in really bad ... A: Your insulator knows he needs proper airflow to give you the max value! Ask him if the current ... | |
| GAF GRAND TIMBERLINE (2006) | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: We have shingles w/ lifetime installed by a GAF rep. The shingles never sealed. They 'flap' all the ... A: I read this on Friday, and thought about it all weekend long. It's tricky... According to the fine ... | |
| roof | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: In 2008 i had my shingles replaced (25 years shingles)by home depot. Since 2009 at least 20-30 ... A: Tough problem! The slope could be a factor if the shingle manufacturer calls for a 6 nails per tab ... | |
| Roofing contractor's workmanship warranty | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: We just had two roofs done by the same contractor, whose services were procured by the help of a ... A: Hmmm..... about all I can help you with on this one is telling you what we do at my Company, ... | |
| metal over a shingle roof (asphalt) | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I have roofers laying metal directly onto my composite shingle roof. They did not raise useing wood ... A: The quick and to the point answer is NO. At my company; Rooftimee LLC, we would only install over ... | |
| chimney leak | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: A roofer put new shingles around the chimney that was leaking into the living room ceiling when it ... A: Did you have a written contract? At my company, Roof Time LLC, we do not touch a persons property ... | |
| shingle roofing | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: We are considering an Art-Loc shingle roof, which has a distinctive diamond pattern. Is this really ... A: Exactly! have you decided which product to install? Another factor: a company like Owens Corning has ... | |
| Ashault Roofing on Residence | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: Dale, I believe you provided an excellent response to a sheathing-over weight question we had last ... A: UGH! Okay...at Rooftime we cut 3/4" off the peak on BOTH sides of the ridge. BEFORE we shingle up ... | |
| replacing roof plywood | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: Our roofer removed the shingles to discover water-damaged plywood. He has purchased 1/2 inch plywood ... A: Okay, the method your roofer is using to apply decking is known in roofing circles, as a RE-SHEATH. ... | |
| what is the composition of the asphalt shingle? | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I have chemical sensitivities--my Dr. told me that I should use the product with the least amount of ... A: Wow, that must be some allergies, sorry you have them so extreme! Ok, as to shingle composition: ... | |
| az flat(tish) roof - vent/construct q's | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: We have a flat(tish) roof in Arizona on a brick home. I have several questions. We hope to have a ... A: Okay...a few tips for you.......a torch applied roof system is very effective; WHEN: they are ... | |
| skylights | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: I live in a semi-tropical area that gets really hot in the summer. Electric bills are out of sight. ... A: .semi-tropical up here this week too! Okay, skylights can be tricky, because when a roof leaks, it ... | |
| Roofing | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: The manufacture says it can be done but I cant seem to get them to follow up and send me a ... A: ANSWER: Hello from a BEAUTIFUL Northern Kentucky! Thanks for theI assume you were asking in ... | |
| shingle roofing | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: We are considering an Art-Loc shingle roof, which has a distinctive diamond pattern. Is this really ... A: Ok..an ART-LOC is an exclusive shingle by SHERIFF-GOSLIN. A very good product! It has superior wind ... | |
| Elastomeric Coating over BUR, Tar and Gravel | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I am looking into replacing my Built up tar and Gravel roof with Elastomeric Coating, that should ... A: Look up your local RENT TO OWN store...they will have steel head, serratted tooth shovels made for ... | |
| Elastomeric Coating over BUR, Tar and Gravel | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I am looking into replacing my Built up tar and Gravel roof with Elastomeric Coating, that should ... A: so thanks for the question! At my company Roof Time LLC, we only do about 10% of our 400 plus jobs ... | |
| 30 year roof | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: Can a 30 year roof be installed on a double wide palm Harbor mobile home? ANSWER: Hello from a ... A: Great, the weight and the pitch are good. As to the cellaphane stripping: the shingles will use the ... | |
| 30 year roof | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: Can a 30 year roof be installed on a double wide palm Harbor mobile home? A: he simple answer is yes, the framing will support the weight of a 30 year dimensional shingle in and ... | |
| drip edge | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently got a new roof installed because of hail damage. My house is only 5 years old but did not ... A: You do not say what city or state you are in, so I cannot confirm a drip edge being part of the ... | |
| nails | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I just had an shingle roof put on and when they got to edge, I think you call it the 'facet', the ... A: Okay, the area of overhang is called an OPEN SOFFITT. Open means that the wood the shingles are ... | |
| attic ventilation / ridge vent | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I own a 120 year old house that I've been working on upgrading inulation, heating, and ventilation. ... A: No I WILL not...why would I? and why would you even ask? Please re-read your last post and then ... | |
| timberline re-roof | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I need to install new dimensional (GAF Timberline) shingles over top of an existing Timberline roof. ... A: There is NO manufacturer (GAF/ELK, CERTIANTEED, OWENS CORNING, TAMKO, ATLAS) that will recommend ... | |
| attic ventilation / ridge vent | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I own a 120 year old house that I've been working on upgrading inulation, heating, and ventilation. ... A: LOL....omg..I did not COPY an article, I WROTE the article for publication in a NATIONAL Roofing ... | |
| 30 vs 40 year shingles | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: The contractor I'm working with suggests a 30 yr GAF Timberline shingle. The pitch is 8:12. I plan ... A: Ok....my company Roof Time LLC, installed 435 roofs last year in areas like Independence and Hebron ... | |
| Roofing shingles | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a steep roof 12/12 pitch. Is there really a difference in shingle performance (steep slope ... A: All shingles are NOT alike! The quality control the manufacturer exercise's is the key to shingle ... | |
| Roof Jacks | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: Can roof jacks be used on cedar shingle roofing? A: At my company Roof Time LLC we install about 25 wood shake jobs per year and we NEVER use roof ... | |
| venting a cape cod | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1940's cap cod. It has a dormer roof with the master up stairs. That room it freezing ... A: lol...I can sympathize! Ok, I can tell you what will work, but it will cost a couple bucks to do! ... | |
| roofing | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: how to put a roof vent in existing t-lock roof A: ...... Wow....I have to tell you that I have only installed 2 T-lock roofs ever! On both, we ... | |
| roofing products | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I am replacing a roof and removing previous 2 roofs. First question is whether it is worth ... A: Ok...at my company ROOF TIME we install about 500 roofs every year throughout Cincinnati and ... | |
| Certainteed Landmark Products | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: We are having a new roof installed on our home in Seattle and the roofing company we plan to use ... A: The HORIZON shangle by Cert Corp had some issues and has been reformulated and re-issued. Only time ... | |
| flat screen tv or flat roof | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: My low slope rowhome roof in Baltimore, MD has a curb mounted velux skylight installed. In short, My ... A: lol...oh no....too bad I am not on here as a travel agent!!!! Tax refunds should be more fun than a ... | |
| ridge vents and power ventilators | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: We are currently planning to reroof our 2500 sqft home in East Texas. The roof is 27 y.o, has begun ... A: Wow..you are impressive, and have been doing the homework! You are exactly on track with the ... | |
| color matching existing shingles | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: I recall reading that shingle manufacturers have changed the style, size, thickness, %26 coloration ... A: You should really have no problem with a small repair as far as a color match goes. The colors that ... | |
| Rubber roof | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a fairly flat roof on the back half of my house. I had allot of water get into my upstairs ... A: !! FINALLY! Okay...a flat roof is such a tricky thing to get right at all, that you need every ... | |
| Ridge Vent Snow Block | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old home and live where winds can get very strong at times in the midwest. I ... A: Hey! Sorry about the link..try this one! ... | |
| Metal roof over metal roof | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I have an old farm house. It has a standing seam roof now. I want to install a corrigated metal roof ... A: No, I am afraid you ill not be able to lock ANY type of roof over the old metal one. The old roof ... | |
| Roofing over plywood | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: How many times can you re-shingle a roof over the same plywood? A: A typical home (20 squares) has 7200 nails for the shingles, pus the nails used to secure the ... | |
| Ridge Vent Snow Block | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old home and live where winds can get very strong at times in the midwest. I ... A: We are having the same issues here as you are having. I love a ridge vent over nay other type of ... | |
| Shingle nailing | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: My new roof was installed in DEC 2009. On two occasions since then, I have had shingles blow off the ... A: Okay, at my company, Roof Time in Cincinnati and in Northern Kentucky, we do install all year long, ... | |
| Gluing Old Shingles | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: What is your opinion of the effectiveness of gluing old shingles down that were lifted by wind ... A: I am a huge advocate of doing whatever it takes to protect your property, so gluing down some storm ... | |
| Roofing Repair | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I have had a problem with an ice damn in the same area for the past two years. My roofing ... A: hEY IF YOU HAVE BATTS NOW..YOU ARE PROB ONLY AT r38!!!! Please keep in mind that teh level for now ... | |
| Roofing Repair | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I have had a problem with an ice damn in the same area for the past two years. My roofing ... A: Hey..we are having a Cleveland winter here this year! 12" today alone! Okay....you need an R-49 of ... | |
| shingles | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: In N.C. and having high winds today and have pieces of shingles coming off the roof! What sort of ... A: It could..in that, they will have a record of the call this time, then when they fail, the whole ... | |
| shingles | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: In N.C. and having high winds today and have pieces of shingles coming off the roof! What sort of ... A: lol....you have just described it! ANY damage, from one to one thousand tabs, is worth a FREE ... | |
| modified bitumen under shingles | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: How much would it add to a typical shingle roof job to use a modified bitumen or rubber polymer ... A: ..12' on the ground now, 2-3 today..and a BIG one coming our way on Monday! Good thought on the ... | |
| hot tar vs bitulen and torch | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: A TV satellite dish was installed into an approximately 5 year old flat roof (tar and gravel) with ... A: Re-reading my answer, I see that I could have been clearer..sorry! My advice is to avoid the torch ... | |
| de-icing system | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a veterinary hospital with broad expansive roof slopes. We have had problems with ice dams ... A: Okay...there is not a wrong way here, provided you have a better quality tape, professionally ... | |
| FELT WEIGHTS & SHINGLE TYPE | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: Tried looking online for felt weight in relation to type of shingle (30, 40, lifetime). Is there a ... A: WOW...we are just cold, not snowy.... okay...each manufacturer has requirements for their EXTENDED ... | |
| FELT WEIGHTS & SHINGLE TYPE | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: Tried looking online for felt weight in relation to type of shingle (30, 40, lifetime). Is there a ... A: Cincinnati Ohio... Felt underlayment are not at all what they used to be..so I am not surprised ... | |
| torch down new leak | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: JD, I installed a rubberoid torch down over new plywood with 15 lb felt nailed into the plywood. ... A: Okay...the GAF Rubberoid is part of a SYSTEM....there are 4 different choices carrying this name, ... | |
| Cracks in celing by stone wall fireplace | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: In our 30+ yr old home we have a stand alone stone wall fireplace in our living room. I have noticed ... A: A stone fireplace: sounds beautiful! Believe it or not, the cracking is probably not related to ... | |
| insulation and moisture | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: Can the moisture from the condensation that naturally occurs in the inside ceiling catch on to ... A: First things first: you are correct that the attic does draw moisture, but a homeowner needs to ... | |
| BEACH HOUSE ROOF - WINDS | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: JD, Right at 6 1/2 years ago we rebuilt (completely) our beach house and retired there/here. We ... A: Yes, I have been watching the big storms rolling in on you guys on the weather channel....good luck ... | |
| BEACH HOUSE ROOF - WINDS | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: JD, Right at 6 1/2 years ago we rebuilt (completely) our beach house and retired there/here. We ... A: from a frigid Cincinnati Ohio! My first thought when reading your question was: if you need a hand ... | |
| New Roof | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: Our new roof was installed under North Carolina Residential Code D 2006. The builder did not ... A: My company Roof Time LLC, was the first GAF AUTHORIZED installer in our region when they first ... | |
| leaks due to condensation | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: JD, we have a cathedral ceiling in our entire ranch style contemporary house. It never leaked until ... A: Well I have to believe that you are on track with the answer for correcting the problem...but ... | |
| leaks due to condensation | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: JD, we have a cathedral ceiling in our entire ranch style contemporary house. It never leaked until ... A: Sorry you are having these issues. What you have done so far to investigate is exactly right and ... | |
| Radiant barriers | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: In zone 2 on residential reroof, is a radiant barrier required even if a cool roof composition ... A: Okay..zone 2 covers some real estate, so I cannot say if it is a requirement by your LOCAL code, but ... | |
| T-lock (3-tab) Shingles | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: Here in WY, we have been told that t-locks are no longer available for roof replacement. Could you ... A: I am not sure who you have spoken too regarding a t-lock shingle up there where you live, but you ... | |
| FLAT ROLL ROOFING | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: IS IT POSSIBLE TO REPAIR FLAT ROLL ROOFING VS. REPLACING IS THERE INDUSTRY STANDARDS FOR REPAIR? THE ... A: Cincinnati Ohio! Ok...nothing but good news on this one for you! Although there are several types ... | |
| Shingle Selection | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have contracted with a roofing company for a new roof using 30 year architectural shingles. Their ... A: We are expecting 6" of snow tonight! Great questions! Okay, let's go down the line: The roofer you ... | |
| Shingles bowing at OSB seams | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: Had a complete new deck (OSB - installed to code including "H" clips) and replaced with Landmark ... A: Wow..thank you for THE good picture, that helps a bunch. I am sorry you are having issues, from THE ... | |
| re-asbestos roof in my basement | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: Sir, I have asbestos roofing in my basement. though it's in a pretty good condition but am worried ... A: Asbestos roofing in and of it self does NOT pose a health risk, in it's natural state. Asbestos ... | |
| Roofing appears to be falling apart | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I had a Timberline 25/30yr roof installed on my house in 2000. The roof started to leak into the ... A: Wow...hello from a frozen Cincinnati....I am so sorry you are having an issue. It sounds like you ... | |
| roof noise | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: i have my roof recently fixed. when it is windy i hear a very loud noise inside the house. please ... A: Hmm..thanks for the added information. Okay, try this, call the roofer and ask them what they did ... | |
| roof noise | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: i have my roof recently fixed. when it is windy i hear a very loud noise inside the house. please ... A: Congratulations on the new roof...but a loud noise could be almost anything, you do not say if you ... | |
| RIDGE & TURTLE VENTS - SHOULD THEY BE INSTALLED TOGETHER? | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I am the vice-president of our condo association for a 2 bldg, 32 unit complex in Harrison Twp, MI ... A: ..RIP Bengals Chris Henry. Well, as you have discovered, you guys have some major issues to contend ... | |
| re: roofing shingles | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: We currently are picking materials for our contractor to begin building our home in Louisiana. We ... A: ..... Well there are three MAJOR shingle manufacturers and many LOCAL shingle makers. The MAJOR's ... | |
| Metal roof and condensation | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: We recently had our metal roof replaced by a local contractor. After a few weeks, with no snow or ... A: Oh boy....I am sorry that you are having issues now; especially after going through the added ... | |
| Smooth torch down vs. Granulated torch down | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: What is the difference between a smooth and granulated torch down roof. Do these two types of roofs ... A: Cincinnati Ohio! You did not say if you had a specific manufacturer's product in mind, but at my ... | |
| torch down roofing | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: What should be used for the base sheet for GAF tri-ply torch down roll roofing? I have heard to use ... A: Okay......you should NOT use multiple plys of inferior base! More is NOT more...more (in that case) ... | |
| asbestos shingles | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: Do t-lock shingles manufactured and installed before 1970 have asbestos in them? If so, who was the ... A: ...of course big winds are our friends! in my business, lol. Well there are 4 different types of ... | |
| roof replacement | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: our insurance company agrees!). We live in central Missouri and winter is fast approaching! Our ... A: ...BIG weekend of football here in Cincinnati! Saturday we were in Pittsburgh and Sunday down on the ... | |
| Shingle sealing | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: Live in Houston. Getting a replacement roof, GAF Elk Prestige 30 year and wondering if should wait ... A: ..it is a good one at this time of year.... yes..there is definitely a THERMAL SEALING effect that ... | |
| Time of year | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: December is here and I would like to have my home shingled. I live in the Midwest and the day ... A: ROOFING - People often question whether or not they can roof in cold weather. You can roof in cold, ... | |
| roof over exisiting roof | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I want to add a lean to onto my shed and I need it to be about 4 inches taller. Can I tie onto the ... A: Happy Thanksgiving to you! Yes you can add the roof just the way you are considering......Use metal ... | |
| torch roofing | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I live in Southern California, They are going to put on a new roof. Flat roof. first nail 28# ... A: About Torch Down Roofing Similar to tar and gravel roofing, the torch down roof consists of layers ... | |
| tamco shingle | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: ehat is the measurment of a tamco shingle A: ..you did not say if you want three tab style or dimensional..and also if you wanted METRIC cut vs ... | |
| roofing | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: galvalume versus painted panels pros &cons A: Prepainted panels come with a Kynar 500 finish...carries 25 year warranty! Unpainted will begin to ... | |
| Roofing supplies left out in the rain | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: My roofer had to stop the job due to weather. He left all of the supplies uncovered while it rained ... A: When a jobsite gets disrupted due to weather(snow,rain,cold,it can look chaotic and very unsettling ... | |
| GAF/Elk shingles - Prestique XTRA | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I have these shingles on my roof, installed two years ago. There is a bubbling to the texture and ... A: Well...you are in a tough spot: here is why. ELK merged with GAF...I am not sure if you have a ... | |
| Asphalt Shingles | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I want to install a red steel roof on my new home, however the price is more than I want to spend. ... A: ..WHO-DEY...and Go Bearcats! YES! you are in luck! There are 2 very beautiful red dimensional ... | |
| Longevity of 25-year shingles | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I am buying the house I've been renting for 4 years. My landlord claims that the roof was replace 11 ... A: Hmmm.....yes, it still could be a vent issue, the curls could be indicating, "hot-spots" where the ... | |
| Longevity of 25-year shingles | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: I am buying the house I've been renting for 4 years. My landlord claims that the roof was replace 11 ... A: ..a sunny and beautiful Cincinnati Ohio.....Congratulations on the home purchase! Shingles can ... | |
| Lomanco Ridge Vent Install Question | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: As part of a new roof utilizing Malarkey class-4 Legacy shingles, contractor also installed Lomanco ... A: Hey! Def not wasting my time....no problem! good pics...I think what may be happening is that the ... | |
| Lomanco Ridge Vent Install Question | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: As part of a new roof utilizing Malarkey class-4 Legacy shingles, contractor also installed Lomanco ... A: from a busy roofing season in Cincinnati, Ohio! I understand you becoming frustrated, and I am ... | |
| shingle roof tear off- windy by the bay | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: 1. Should the estimates identify all other materials as "GAF" if we select the GAF/ELK Timberline ... A: Okay...good questions! IF you want expanded warranty coverage from GAF..then YES, by all means, ... | |
| Timberline hd shingle- application manuf. spec | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: "My house was just re-roofed (tear-off)with Timberline high definition prestique 30 shingles, ... A: Oh man,...sorry for you......good luck with it all...listen, protect yourself a little further...it ... | |
| Timberline hd shingle- application manuf. spec | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: "My house was just re-roofed (tear-off)with Timberline high definition prestique 30 shingles, ... A: Oh wow! I feel your pain on this one....it seem like you are a consumer, who compares based on ... | |
| questions on my roofing quote | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm in the northeast, and have a 25+ year old house. Part of it has a cathedral ceiling and part of ... A: Hey....well hard to say with certianity, because I cannot examine the existing pieces...but in ... | |
| questions on my roofing quote | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm in the northeast, and have a 25+ year old house. Part of it has a cathedral ceiling and part of ... A: .. It sounds like you now have a better grasp of the problems with venting a modern styled ... | |
| Wet Tar Paper | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: My contractor put tar paper on our roof 3 weeks ago and has rained everyday since. It doesn't look ... A: ..WOW...when it rains it pours on you guys down that way! What felt paper does in a roof system is ... | |
| garage roof leaks | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: My garage roof definitely needs reroofing since the shingles are in bad shape, I've got some leaks, ... A: It is great that your son-in-law is willing and able to help you out like this! It seems like you ... | |
| shingle classifications | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: How are shingles rated or classified? What are the requirements for the classifications? Class1-4 ... A: Well that’s a great question and the answer could go fairly long! Shingle manufacturers have codes ... | |
| shingling over wet shingles | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: can i shingle over the existing shingles Will rain will run under the new shingles and possible ... A: with winter hard approaching, it is very timely! You did not indicate what area you live in, so I ... | |
| re-roof | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: If I want to roof over existing architectual shingles (currently 1 layer) is there anything special ... A: I understand the appeal of adding a second layer of roofing to your home, as opposed to stripping of ... | |
| Roof | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: What is the correct term for the pipe that comes through the roof at places where their are plumbing ... A: Hope this helps! Unless your roof is very steep and high, the repair should not cost more than ... | |
| Temporary protection for low slope roof | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: My question relates to drying in a low slope 1/4" SIP panel (with OSB skins) roof. A two year severe ... A: ...Your place sounds like it will be special when you can get it completed! What you might want to ... | |
| BLACK ROOF | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: I just found this site, and I have a question I'm hoping you can help with. I live in a manufactured ... A: Not too many black roofs in your neck of the woods....err..beach.... LOL Call local supply houses, ... | |
| Restoring a wood shake roof vs a new roof | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: We have a home around 24 years old. The roof company I am currently working with recommended to ... A: A shake roof is a thing of beauty and unique. It is also a MAINTAIN roof They do not just sit there ... | |
| t-lock shingles | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: i live in colorado and i have "t-lock" asphault shingles on my roof. i've had a few roofing ... A: Hmmm..I am in CINCINNATI, and t-lcoks are readily availble here....have you valled tyhe supply ... | |
| Roof Ventilation | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: I have two differing opinions on how to ventilate my roof and need you as a tiebreaker. I have been ... A: ...Bearing in mind, that a house style, does not always or even mostly conform to known framing ... | |
| bowed plywood roof | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: Where the plywood butts together on the roof trusses there may be possibility nails missed the truss ... A: Try this..cut some 2x4 bracers a litle smaller then the width betwenn the truss..using a rubber ... | |
| Extreme Heat in Attic spreading to upstairs | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: We bought a home that is 22 years old. We love it. Faces South. We had to put a new roof on home 1st ... A: ..... a balanced roof vent system has both high (your ridge vent) and low..intake vents at the ... | |
| Replace shake roof with asphalt shingle | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1300sf home with a shake roof. I have good mechanical ability and some construction ... A: Hmmm..it is hot, tricky, work. You have to be nimble footed, and watch straining your back and ... | |
| Mixing 30 yr. and 25yr. | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: Before our roofers began installing our Owens Corning Oakridge AR roof, I noticed there was one ... A: Hmmm....Did you keep the wrappers by any chance? All shingles are marked with a DNM sticker which ... | |
| roof panels/ventilation | 6/6/2008 |
| Q: I am building a new home and using asphalt shingles. Part of the home will be timber framed and that ... A: Sorry for the delay! The system is not sending me e-mail notes that i have questions pending!!!! ... | |
| Choosing a shingle for quality | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: We have wind and hail damage from a recent tornado that resulted in the need for a new roof. I've ... A: ..and good luck with the new roof purchase...seems you are on the right track; let me explain. As ... | |
| Ownens Corning, Certainteed, etc. | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: I need to replace my existing GAF shingles that are part of a class action suit. When checking on ... A: ....Hmmmm... it is true that lawyers have file against all three of those companies in the past. ... | |
| flat roofs | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a tar and gravel roof, possibly 2 layer. This roof is about 50 years old and has high, low ... A: ....it seems to me that your answer was in your information! You have looked at many of the systems ... | |
| Hand Nail vs Nail Guns and Decking Issues | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: We've always been told hand nailing is better. Our contractor quoted hand nailing, but then used ... A: Okay..I think we are on 2 separate issues here.... let me break them down separately, ONE: Hand ... | |
| Hand Nail vs Nail Guns and Decking Issues | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: We've always been told hand nailing is better. Our contractor quoted hand nailing, but then used ... A: Whoops! Sounds to me like his crew screwed up the work order, and now he is trying to sling some ... | |
| EXTENDING ROOF RIDGE | 6/1/2008 |
| Q: IS THERE A JOINING DEVICE TO EXTEND A ROOF RIDGE A: Well nothing specifically designed just fro that singular application...however.... when you hang a ... | |
| "Wrinkles" in a new roof | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: Dale, I'm building a new house and the Elk composit shingles have several 'wrinkles' in the flat ... A: Hmmm...I am puzzled as to the 'flat section"...of the shingle itself?? Or of the roof? Shinglkes ... | |
| Ventilation Calculation | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: How do you calculate for the number of "Eyebrow" vents needed on a 4/12 pitched roof (38 sq.)? A: Here is the link for the actual math formula.....you can download it and run a series of ... | |
| Roof problems HELP! | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: WOW! It's only been some 7yrs. and I feel like tearing the roof off my home built in 2002. Guess I ... A: You do not say what style and year shingle was installed..which is prob. what started the whole ... | |
| tar & gravel vs. torch modified bitumen | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: I live in the SF Bay Area, average rainfall about 22 in. I am replacing my flat tar and gravel ... A: .sorry for the delay..I was on vacation! You do not say if they are tearing off and starting from ... | |
| flat roof leaks quite oddly | 5/26/2008 |
| Q: I have a SFH which has a porch converted into a Florida room. There are two a/c ducts in the ... A: The roof may be leaking in BOTH spots....too many times we want a leak to be a one time thing, that ... | |
| Discontinued Shingles | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: Shoemaker, I recently met with the insurance company about the storm damage to my roof. There was ... A: ....well that is a great insurance company! But I am confused...why are you searching for ... | |
| dimensional shingles | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: How would you rate Owens Corning Oakridge 30 year AR shingles, if you are familiar with them? How ... A: Lets try this: copy and paste this link and follow each direction..it is a program off the ... | |
| leaky roof | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: I purchased a townhouse style condo a couple of years ago. Immediately after purchase, a number of ... A: Hmmmmmmm.......my company, Roof Time in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, perform what is known as a ... | |
| dimensional shingles | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: How would you rate Owens Corning Oakridge 30 year AR shingles, if you are familiar with them? How ... A: Well first off, congratulations...you are considering the only 2 shingles of worth, in my onion! ... | |
| Roof Ventilation | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: I live outside of Charlotte, NC. I have a two story home. In the summer, my attic gets extremely ... A: It is easy to close off the open seam.....at my company Roof Time, Cincinnati, we install a double ... | |
| Soffit vents | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: I'm installing individual rectangular soffit vents, about 6x12 or so, in a 16" wide overhang. They ... A: ..... Soffitt intake for attic ventilation is the KEY to the attic actually being vented! At my ... | |
| Roof Ventilation | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: I live outside of Charlotte, NC. I have a two story home. In the summer, my attic gets extremely ... A: WOW!!!! After you get through this, you could go to work for any roofer in your area and know more ... | |
| raising a skylight | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: Dale, I am planning on externally insulating a roof as per ... A: Well my compliments on the project! Going "green" benefits us all, as we all participate, and as you ... | |
| roofing felt | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: I got several quotes to reroof my home in arch shingles. Two of the contractors stated that 15# ... A: .......... Okay....long long long story short: 15 or 30, makes little difference these days...those ... | |
| Second Layer and vents | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: I am looking into putting a second layer of singles on my roof and have question about vents. Will ... A: ...I am assuming you are thinking of doing this project yourself.... a nail over is in general an ... | |
| Timberline Prestige High Definition Shingles | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: What is your opinion of using Timberline Prestige High Definitation Shingles?--also can't find if ... A: Well these are new....in Oct of 07, GAF (Timberlines) and ELK(prestige)merged their companies...the ... | |
| GAF TImberline Shingle | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: Have you heard about GAF's lawsuit or problems with Timberline Ultra shingles? My 40 yr. shingle ... A: ....I am sorry to hear of your troubles....anyone who chooses a 40 year shingle is shopping on ... | |
| Woodscape vs. Landmark | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: their Landmark vs. Landmark Premium shingle lines? I've been getting quotes from contractors and ... A: ..well....my compliments to you....you have gotten right to the heart of the matter! i agree with ... | |
| ridge vent with box vent ventilation | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: I already ask this question but I think i gave you the wrong e-mail address. My question is we had ... A: Yes, the roofer who told you that you have too much EXHAUST type vents, is correct! A properly ... | |
| Some homes have minimal ridge line, in which case a method other than ridge venting is needed. | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: "Some homes have minimal ridge line, in which case a method other than ridge venting is needed" ... A: it is an actual math formula we use.........if you have a GABLED roof not a HIP roof...you do not ... | |
| install dormer vent? | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I am in Los Angeles. My home has no soffit venting. The soffit is stuccoed so it would be difficult ... A: ..You have been doing your homework..and so know about the soffitting! Good Job! have you looked at ... | |
| Should I use 3 tab shingles? | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I have been getting bids on replacing a 25 year old roof. The first two were were with a 3 tab ... A: Are you installing a roof over the old one, or stripping the old one and laying in new? If you are ... | |
| Best way to repair a hole in (EPDM) synthetic rubber membrane? | 4/28/2008 |
| Q: What is the best way to repair a hole in synthetic rubber membrane (EPDM)? I have a flat roof and ... A: I am glad someone gave you the heads up to not do the repairs using ice shield. The reason is that, ... | |
| reflective roof coatings | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking into white or metallic roof coatings for my house, and I'm a bit confused. The white ... A: ... That is 9 squares of roofing material......... Of course i have not seen the roof..but in ... | |
| reflective roof coatings | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking into white or metallic roof coatings for my house, and I'm a bit confused. The white ... A: .... I am assuming that the roof is now black.... so any lighter application will have some ... | |
| poor roofing job | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: We had a roofing job done 2 years ago that was a re-roofing of an existing structure and a new roof ... A: WOW! Okay.....lots of issues here....lets take them in order. Are they paid in full? Did they ... | |
| Replacing 30-Year Cedar Shake Roof | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: Am wondering about alternatives. Specifically, either the fake shake... or something else (metal?). ... A: You have some really great alternatives to genuine cedar roofing! copy and paste these links to ... | |
| Yankee Gutters | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: I'm replacing my yankee gutters when I do a tear off on my old victorian, and I 'd like to know what ... A: Wow...the house sounds really nice (and big!) Based on the way you are describing the Yankees, I am ... | |
| roofing shingles | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: what is a better 3 dimensional shingle certainteed or gaf/elk ? A: ........... Hmmmm..good question... GAF/ELK merged in 2006 Nov. The fall out has just ... | |
| Shed roof ventilation | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: I am building a 8x12 storage building and want it to look like a commercial structure Fire Station ... A: Sounds like a great project..are you a retired firefighter? As to the venting...... ... | |
| shingle rating | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: Can you please tell me how to select a shingle type for my roof? I must replace my roof in Northern ... A: Yes there are other standerds you can use to consider a shingle purchase. Consumer Reports conducts ... | |
| shingle wind damage | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: we are working on storm damage in jackson ms. the damage was caused by high winds from a tornado. ... A: ....I saw that storm on our weather track...hope you and yours are all safe now! Okay! AS the the ... | |
| ridge vent | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: A "stink bug" problem is starting in our area. Can they get into our attic via the ridge vent? ... A: LOL............ What is a "stink-bug"...and where is your area???? In general: Ridge vents have a ... | |
| roof moisture | 4/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a modern house that has a sloped roof and no attic. The ceiling is composed of tongue and ... A: Wow! Do you know why the roof substrate was constructed in this fashion? I am sure the attic is ... | |
| leak in flat metal roof | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old flat standing seam metal roof that had developed some dips next to the HVAC ... A: Ahhhh! I see.... based on the assumption that all is well UNDER the roof.... Try one of these ... | |
| leak in flat metal roof | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old flat standing seam metal roof that had developed some dips next to the HVAC ... A: It sounds like the wood decking is wet and losing some structural integrity....be careful! A good ... | |
| ridgevents | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I just had a new roof installed with a ridge vent.I was wondering why they would have reinstalled ... A: Ouch...cause someone messed up! Turbines and ridge vents work against one another..not in harmony ... | |
| Knitting architectural shingles to 3 tab | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I live in a community in Florida of attached townhouses which we are each responsible for all our ... A: First off..yes you can blend a dimensional shingle into a 3 tab shingle....but be careful! If a leak ... | |
| roofing | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: I am about to replace a roof on a sunroom that has started leaking. It is about a 3/12 pitch. I ... A: WOW! Your instincts are dead on! the ice guard protection you named is made by Owens Corning...and ... | |
| ventilation for 80+ year old tile roof 4700sf house | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: Dale, I am hoping you can help me...I have a low slope tile roof in Indiana. I have leaks bad ... A: ..so sorry not to respond sooner...my e-mail has been down..for no apparent reason, (other than to ... | |
| Nail guns/Compressor | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: I have to put a new roof on my house this spring and thought it would be a good excuse to buy myself ... A: ..first let me say that the fact you are tackling the roof yourself is impressive! I am assuming it ... | |
| i thought of a dumb question | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: This is probably going to be a dumb question but I just thought of it and figured I’d ask to see if ... A: First off, let me say, that when it comes to the roof...there are not really ANY dumb ... | |
| Truss requirements for high-slope roof | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: from northeast Washington State: The 45-degree sloped gable roof of our cottage gathered no snow ... A: Sorry..I cannot say for certain....My company operates off of plans..but has zero plan input.....We ... | |
| granulated surface rubber roof | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I’m having my roof redone; the front and back are being replaced with torch down GAF rubber roofs. I ... A: Hmmmm.....You just need to "gently" make your job a priority I think.... I was at my supply house ... | |
| roofing small flat area and ridge vents | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I am replacing my wood shingle roof with a composite roof. (1) There is a small flat area. ... A: Your house sounds great! Okay (1) Whose 40 year shingle? Have you looked at TAMKO Lamarite? ... | |
| granulated surface rubber roof | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I’m having my roof redone; the front and back are being replaced with torch down GAF rubber roofs. I ... A: Big question(s)..but here goes.....without knowing where in the country you are located, I cannot ... | |
| FLAT ROOF REPAIR | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: I have an adobe style house with a flat roof. Since I am not familiar with the roofing ... A: Yes he has definitely switched from a "BUR" (modified bitumen) roof to 90# half lap (cheapest ... | |
| gutters | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: We had a lot of snow this year almost 200 inches. We did not have time to put gutters up on our new ... A: You do not say where you live......but here is what you can do: FIRST>>>>>What do you neighbors ... | |
| flat metal roof | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: I am rebuilding the roof of a restaurant porch in an historic downtown in northern Michigan. It is ... A: Stick to your guns on this one! An EPDM roof will NOT stand up like a metal roof will. Plan on ... | |
| Lost Shingle... is quick repair needed? | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: I lost one shingle in high winds. The roof is 19 years old and I have roofers coming out to give ... A: ........ If you can SAFELY get on you roof...do so, and look at the following....where the shingle ... | |
| Roofer used staples on Titanium UDL 30 | 3/30/2008 |
| Q: I just had a complete tear off of my roof and had the Titanium Underlayment UDL-30 installed with a ... A: First let me say how much I like your choices in underlayment and shingles. Just by choosing these ... | |
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Follow us on TWITTER: search Dale Rooftime Follow us on FACEBOOK: search Dale Rooftime Shoemaker A residential roofing specialist. Owens Corning Preferred Contractor 2010-2012 Owens Corning Top Of The House Certified 2010-2012 Velux Skylights Certified Installer 2008-09. Box Gutter craftsman. Coppermsmith / Tinner. Certified EPA Asbestos Handler GAF Master Elite Contractor ELK 2006 Roofer of the Year / Midwest Region Owens Corning Preferred Contractor-1996 Certainteed Lifetime Wizard Certainteed Shingle Master Certainteed Quality Master Angie's List Super Service Award winner: 2006-2007-2008-2009 Press Community Paper, Cincinnati's Favorite Roofer 2009
Experience
A second generation roofer, working my son into the business now!
We are certified FIBERGLASS insulation installers. We sell and install PINK FIBERGLASS loose-fill and Radiant Barriers.
We are Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky's "GREEN" contrcator: recycling our waste material, lowering home energy costs, improving our world one job at a time!
Organizations
National Roofing Contractors Association, National Roofing Contractors Association, Midwest Roofing Contractors Association, Kentucky Roofing Contractors Association, Ohio Roofing Contractors Association, Tri-state Roofing Contractors Association, HBA-NKY, BBB, Angies List, Professional Roofers Advisory Council 10 Year Member
Publications
Professional Roofers Magazine, Slaters Journal, Press Community Paper
Education/Credentials
GAF Roof School 2005
MRCA Shingle Course 2006
Awards and Honors
Angie's List Super Service Award Winner 2006, 2007, 2008
Past/Present Clients
WLWT, Gold Star, Auto Zone, Ryans Allglass, McAlpins, Wendy's, Quick Stop,
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