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| Subject | Date Asked |
| condensation | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: I gutted my bathroom and cathedraled the ceiling I put the plastic bats in before insulationg the ... A: So, I take it that the drywall is not up. Also, it sounds like you have gable vents and not soffit ... | |
| Low Slope Roofing | 12/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a California ranch in the Midwest. The pitch is just shy of 2, no attic, vaulted ceilings ... A: Wow. Good question. That is a very low pitch plus there are probably some thermal and condensation ... | |
| Steel Roof | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: We are soon in need of a new roof. We currently have asphalt shingles. We have a 2 storey, 2000 ... A: Unfortunately these issues are related to inadequate insulation and/or ventilation. The type of roof ... | |
| Metal roof closers | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: We are installing a metal roof and need to know if a closer is made for the hips and valleys since ... A: Leo, this depends so much on the exact profile of metal panel being installed. You are correct that ... | |
| Dual use of power vent and ridge vents | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: Todd, I am in the process of contracting to replace my roof. Currently a ridge/soffet system is in ... A: A ridge vent is to be designed to be the exhaust vent balanced with eave soffit vents as intake. ... | |
| sxtanding seam roofing | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: can standing seamroofing be taken off and reinstalled? A: It depends much upon the type of system it is and also how it was flashed and installed. In ... | |
| 30lb felt + peel and stick | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: We are currently getting our roof re done. We just bought the house and shortly afterward started to ... A: Most manufacturers of self adhering ice and watershield say it should be installed direct over ... | |
| slanted shingled residential roof | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I recently had a house built in 2001. The slanted roof has places of black places on it. I also ... A: This is a form of algae that attaches to roofs and grows particularly in the nooks and crannies of ... | |
| decra roof tile replacement | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: Todd while installing some gutter on a dormer on my house I stepped on the wrong spot of the decra ... A: If this is one of their systems mounted on battens (other than Villa Tile) then you should be able ... | |
| 5V metal roof | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: i just purchased a 5V metal roof for my roof deck , my roof is 12 foot long and 20 foot wide very ... A: You need to determine who the manufacturer of the product is and contact them regarding minimum ... | |
| Roll PVC Backed Insulation Installed Between Decking and Metal Roof | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a customer who wants roll PVC backed insulation installed between the decking and metal to ... A: They need to understand that doing so would be against most manufacturer recommendations. That alone ... | |
| Metal Roof over Moist Wood | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: We started our construction project for a covered porch and carport with metal roofing late last ... A: I do not think all is a waste. I'd let the wood dry out some before the roof is installed though I ... | |
| Standing seam metal roof questions | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: Todd, I am building a two story barn/workshop and have it framed and ready for the roof metal. It ... A: Petersen is a good company and I have faith in what they say. They have more experience with this ... | |
| Leaking porch roof | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: I have an insulated aluminum(slightly slanted)roof over my 20x14 sunroom/porch. It is leaking at ... A: Debra, This is a tough situation. Due to movement in the panels this is going to be difficult to ... | |
| Metal Roof Appearance | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: I am considering a metal roof for my house. It is a two story with steep pitches. It is also a small ... A: I understand and appreciate your concern. On smaller roofs, I find that anything more than 12" ... | |
| roof disaster | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: we have had roofing problems since we moved in 13 years ago. 2 years ago we had the entire roof, ... A: Feel free to send a picture if you like ... todd@asktoddmiller.com A few considerations though ... ... | |
| Using asphalt and metal roofing together | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: While traveling in Vermont I saw lots of houses with sections of metal roofing over the eaves and ... A: Usually when i have seen this done it is actually just flat sheets of metal that have been seamed as ... | |
| Re: Metal roofs | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: My first question do you have a comparison of the Gerard metal roof versus the Decra metal roof? And ... A: I have known the stone coated steel industry for many years. I think there are no major differences ... | |
| knee wall ceiling insulation & ventilation | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: I need info on insulation and ventilation. I moved into a house with a finished second floor that ... A: This probably isn't what you want to hear but if there are no problems now, unless you plan to make ... | |
| reroof double wide | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: existing shingles,4/12 slope. owner wants metal roof and at least one foot, ( i want to give him 18 ... A: What it sounds like they want to accomplish is a lasting metal roof, as well as added energy ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: I am building a boat dock along the Gulf Coast. It will be open air under the roof & the roof will ... A: Fred, Thanks for the question. I hope this finds you well. Make sure that the metal you install is ... | |
| tin roof | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a trailer that once had a round roof before I purchaced it and the they went overtop the roof ... A: Spray foam insulation would be helpful. Basically condensation occurs when warm moist air reaches a ... | |
| New roof | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: Getting a new roof put on my house as I speak.They tore off the 1 layer of 3 tab shingles that were ... A: This is acceptable and I have seen it before. I think it is questionable saying that this is just ... | |
| Metal roof ridge vents | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: My new metal roof ridge vent has no screen in it of any type. They contractor did not know of or ... A: Most metal roof manufacturers will have a matching ridge vent or something they suggest. The Cobra ... | |
| Roof paint | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: My galvanized roof needs painting, (especially where birds have worn the factory paint off (we live ... A: My suggestion is rather simple ... sorry ... but I get asked this question often and this is always ... | |
| Metal roof ridge vents | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: My new metal roof ridge vent has no screen in it of any type. They contractor did not know of or ... A: I am not aware of any material you can go buy which can be stuffed into the vent you have. Most ... | |
| corrigated galvalume roof | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a new home with a corrigated galvalume roof on the third floor. They dont seem to make ... A: There are no manufactured closures for hips because the distance between ribs on a hip roof is based ... | |
| Metal roof ridge vents | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: My new metal roof ridge vent has no screen in it of any type. They contractor did not know of or ... A: First of all, I need to ask whether you have made sure what was done on the ridge vent is ... | |
| Metal roof for low slope | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I just built a patio cover (not attached to my house) that is approx. 16'X16'. The slope is 1.5" per ... A: Most standing seam roofs are designed for use down to 2:12 pitch though there are some that can be ... | |
| mobile home roofing options | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I need to reroof my 1965 20' x 54' mobile home.It is a pitched roof, with composition shingles now. ... A: I apologize for not answering that earlier. The aluminum roof will last longer and be more energy ... | |
| mobile home roofing options | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I need to reroof my 1965 20' x 54' mobile home.It is a pitched roof, with composition shingles now. ... A: Jeanine, that sounds like a reasonable price. Always check references on the contractor and make ... | |
| ridge vent with lower attic gable vents | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: My name is Dennis and my question pertains to my story and a half house. It is about as basic a ... A: Somehow you have to get airflow through as much of the attic as possible. I wish you could install ... | |
| corrugated metal roofing /insulation | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: we are considering the purchase of an old adobe house that a has composition roof which needs to be ... A: I would put a vapor barrier on before the insulation and then a moisture barrier underlayment on top ... | |
| Metal Roofing Hail Damage | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: I sustained hail damage on a residential investment property. My insurance company paid the claim, ... A: Unfortunately trying to determine whether the coating on the metal roof has been jeopardized would ... | |
| hot attic | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: Good morning: I live in southern Alabama in a home that was built in (92), The inspector while ... A: Honestly, that temperature does not surprise me especially if it was a hot sunny day. However, ... | |
| wet roof sheathing | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: Hey Todd, A recent windy rain storm revelaed that our leaking problem is progressively getting ... A: Mel, Most metal roofs will hide that sort of undulation very well. With some metal roofs you could ... | |
| wet roof sheathing | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: Hey Todd, A recent windy rain storm revelaed that our leaking problem is progressively getting ... A: It will dry out regardless without issue. Also, I will mention, re-roofing is a great time to make ... | |
| Installing a metal roof | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: We are considering having a metal roof installed over one coat of shingles on a single level ranch ... A: This actually the first I have seen the Retro Ease product. Interesting after visiting its website ... | |
| Leaking drainage system on a metal roof | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a metal roof on my house. The drainage system has started leaking in the seams. I do not ... A: First of all, if possible, contact the manufacturer of the roofing to see what input and advice they ... | |
| metal roofing on clerestory roof | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I am building a garden house with a clerestory roof. I want to roof in metal, if possible. How do ... A: You do need a top flashing that goes up the vertical clerestory wall and comes out on top of the ... | |
| Metal roof over asphalt shingles | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: In another post, you suggested putting down an underlayment when applying a metal roof directly on ... A: Lance, 30-pound felt is traditionally the metal roofing underlayment. However, if you're ... | |
| Tin Roof Painting | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: We are looking at purchasing a 1925 house in CT that has the original tin roof. Looks to be in ... A: Wow. Gorgeous home. That is a very unique tile roof. There is a company out of Canada that still ... | |
| installing v crimp over composition shingles | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: I want to install v-crimp tin over my composition shingle roof. Do I have to use the 1x4 to attache ... A: You can apply it over the existing shingles provided they are not terribly curled and provided the ... | |
| metal roof angle | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I am building a shed to park two cars under. I am going to use metal roofing.The shed will be 20 ft. ... A: This depends entirely upon what type of metal roofing you choose. Always adhere to manufacturer ... | |
| log home cathedral tongue groove ceiling metal roof | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: we had new metal roof installed. tongue and groove ceiling started warping, coming down. Took ... A: I am sorry for what you have been through. You have done a fine job of sleuthing down the issues. ... | |
| venting in garage | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: There is no ceiling in my garage. Two screen venting near the foot of the side wall. When I re-roof ... A: Generally garages have enough airflow and no moisture sources so that ventilation is not that ... | |
| whirlybird attic fan | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: My fan on top of the roof is making noise - in fact, the neighbor in back, called the police about ... A: I am sorry ... I cannot answer definitively on something I cannot see. However, yes, most of these ... | |
| Gerard, Decra, Stonehenge - conflicting information | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: I'm feeling very confused after four different contractors (two from the same company) have given me ... A: As far as standard shingles, you're correct in that ventilation is critical. And so is not going ... | |
| Gerard, Decra, Stonehenge - conflicting information | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: I'm feeling very confused after four different contractors (two from the same company) have given me ... A: All good questions. I am sorry you're encountering conflicting information. Difficult for me to ... | |
| SH-401 rustic shingles | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: I BEEN TRYING TO GET INFORMATION ON THIS TYPE OF SHINGLES.. I DON'T EVEN KNOW IF THAT'S THE RIGHT ... A: This product is manufactured by Classic Metal Roofing Systems. www.classicroof.com 1-800-543-8938 ... | |
| Roof Advice | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1600 sq ft home in south florida. It has partial flat roof with asphalt material and mild ... A: Most metal roofs require a minimum 3:12 pitch. Some can be used down to 2:12 and then of course ... | |
| Low pitch roof insulation | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: We have a home built in 1982. It has an 11 degree pitched roof with 'Decra Guard' style metal tiles. ... A: Building codes do require ventilation and I am also a strong advocate of it to help with home energy ... | |
| Tar paper torn under metal roof | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: On one of the angles, somewhere, water is getting through the metal tiles and it finds a hole in the ... A: Villa Tile is manufactured by a company called Decra. It has a granulated top surface. If this is ... | |
| galvanized metal painting | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: Bonjour, I have a hunting camp in the woods expose to 4 seasons of Canada's weather(north east part ... A: I would suggest Sherwin Williams primer called ProCryl followed by whatever top coat they suggest. ... | |
| Flashing | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: Do you have a pdf drawing on how to flash around a skylight when putting on a metal roof.??? I will ... A: I get asked about skylights all the time. I am not familiar with deck tile. Sorry. My company ... | |
| metal roofing over existing | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: We have a cedar shake roof that needs replacing. It is installed over skip sheathing. There is no ... A: Installing a vertical seam panel roof, such as standing seam or a through-fastened panel, over the ... | |
| polarium use | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I am having a metal roof installed on my screen porch. We are in Atlanta. A friend told me about ... A: Conventional wisdom has always held that a radiant barrier such as Polarium does not work when ... | |
| Metal Roof service | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a metal roof on our house, not sure of the age. We've been there 8 years. The people before ... A: Yes you can add screws and, yes, on the ones you replace, going to a larger size is best. On the ... | |
| Decra Metal Roofing Leaks | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I had a Decra metal roof installed over the existing shingles in 2003 after Isabell destroyed most ... A: Fred, I am not sure what the manufacturer recommendation is for underlayment beneath those ... | |
| open rafters | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: Nick Hello, i started a small project, which involved opening a ceiling in our front room. We love ... A: The concern is ventilation. Building codes requires a minimum 1/2" ventilated airspace in any roof ... | |
| runoff from metal roof | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I recently had a patio covered, using corrugated metal. The contractor left a 12" overhang and the ... A: I am not sure why they left that big of an overhang. Unfortunately there is no way to hang gutters ... | |
| SSMR oil canning | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I would like to install a 24 ga, 1 3/4" snap lock seam, 18" W SSMR in dark bronze. I would ... A: Oilcanning can be inherent in the metal and there's nothing you can do about it. When that is the ... | |
| Installing Metal Roofing Over Shingle Roof | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Our shingle roof is getting brittle and tabs are coming off in high winds, it is not leaking. The ... A: Adding a ridge vent to an existing shingle roof is very simple -- basically cut open the ridge and ... | |
| Installing Metal Roofing Over Shingle Roof | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Our shingle roof is getting brittle and tabs are coming off in high winds, it is not leaking. The ... A: I would suggest cleaning the insulation out of the soffits and putting in baffles to help direct the ... | |
| metal roof leaking around pipe and along peak . | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I moved into a brand new house with a metal roof. We knew that the roof had these ... A: I would suggest determining who manufactured the roof and then see if they can either send someone ... | |
| Steel/galvilume siding | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I am planning on installing steel siding on the ceiling of my shop. I am going to need to make many ... A: Ideally you would use a special guillotine shear configured for the exact panel you are installing. ... | |
| Oil Canning | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: Our roofer says this huge dent is an example of "oil canning", however, it doesn't look like the ... A: "Oilcanning" is a very broad and general term referring to ripples in the surface of the metal. It ... | |
| attic ventelation | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: Todd, I recently had a custom home built.We moved in Dec 2008.Its a 3400 sq.ft. home. It is a ... A: Sorry to hear about your high costs. What do you have as far as intake and exhaust ventilation in ... | |
| steel and copper on roof | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: There is a new house being built nearby and I am considering buying it. I'm located in central ... A: I would not want to see direct contact between the steel and copper as the copper will cuase the ... | |
| re-roofing over cathedral ceiling | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: We live in Southeastern Ohio - cold winters, hot and humid summers. We are planning to either add ... A: Mari, you mention a ridge vent ... is there a vented airspace that includes soffit vents as intake ... | |
| reroofing an A-Frame house | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: We have a 30 year old A-Frame lake home in Arkansas with thick shake shingle roofing. These shingles ... A: Your existing wood shakes breathe a great deal. Pretty much anything you do now will reduce that, ... | |
| Polaralum | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: My roofing contractor just recommended installing polaralum under my shinges instead of felt. They ... A: I have had folks ask me about Polarium before. I have not had personal experience with it but I have ... | |
| metal roofing | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: is it necessary to strap a metal roof before installing the panels(does it matter if it is applied ... A: Bruce, yes, if you have solid decking in place, the purpose of strapping is to help even things out. ... | |
| condensation | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Building is 36' by 36' pole barn with a shed type roof of alunimun. the high end is being closed in ... A: These things can be unpredictable. Condensation occurs when warm moist air hits a cool surface. You ... | |
| raining inside!! | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: We bought a 4 year old post and beam camp in maine. It has a metal roof with 1" rigid foam ... A: Wow. I am sorry to hear this. I suspect this is resulting form moisture inside the cabin that is ... | |
| metal roofs and ridge vents | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: We want to have a metal roof installed in our area. Seems none of the roofers also install ridge ... A: Unless your home has an encapsulated conditioned attic, I am a strong believer in attic ventilation. ... | |
| ROOFING | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: HOW DOES AIR MOVEMENT AFFECT THE ENERGY PERFORMANCE ON A ROOF A: I am not sure exactly what you are referencing but, for standard construction, I am a strong ... | |
| Metal roof screws with concelled rubber washer | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: Have you heard of screws for metal roofs that have a concealed rubber washer? IS there a special ... A: The screws I am referring to do have cap heads over the washers: ... | |
| Condensation on North side of attic | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: I was reading a post about condensation only on the north side of the attic. I have the same ... A: This is the result of moisture that is generated inside the home ... migrating into the attic ... ... | |
| Metal roofing over shingls | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: Todd, We are seriously considering installing a metal roof as opposed to 30 yr shingles as our ... A: Rosin paper really is not considered an underlayment. It is commonly used as a slip sheet on top of ... | |
| metal roofing for a 1300 sf barn in eastern long island | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I believe the original roof is still on and now I have leakage and holes especially on the side that ... A: I would strongly urge you to find someone who has metal roofing experience. A badly installed metal ... | |
| metal deck cold roof | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I need help please. My problem is that I live in a flat directly below a roof terrace. The ... A: The condensation is occurring because of warm moist air from inside the living space migrating up ... | |
| Snap Loc panels | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: How easy/difficult are snap loc panels to install, compared to mechanically seamed panels? Are they ... A: It depends a lot upon the design and height of the seam but many snaplock panels can be used down to ... | |
| arch frame roof venting | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Previous owners had removed the old cedar roof & decking, reinulsted the whole structure and ... A: I tend to feel that the ridge vent is not receiving air ... whether things are blocked by insulation ... | |
| arch frame roof venting | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Previous owners had removed the old cedar roof & decking, reinulsted the whole structure and ... A: Beautiful place. I am sure that your analysis of the situation is correct. The cheap fix that ... | |
| New roof - winter leak | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: My new metal roof has just been finished in cold, snowy New England. Yesterday we had a warm spell ... A: Congrats on your new metal roof. While you do not want the plywood to repeatedly get wet, as long ... | |
| condensation in roof | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: does having poly foam sprayed in between roofing timbers cause condensation ,when it is particuarly ... A: Condensation occurs when warm moist air comes in contact with a cool surface. It has nothing to do ... | |
| condensation on metal roof in florida room | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: There is a great deal of condensation that actually drips off from the metal roof into the Florida ... A: A vapor barrier (normally a heavy sheet of polyethylene) alone probably will not work unless you can ... | |
| condensation on metal roof in florida room | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: There is a great deal of condensation that actually drips off from the metal roof into the Florida ... A: Condensation occurs when warm moist air hits a cool surface. Basically to stop it you either have to ... | |
| mansard roof ventilation | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: i have a situation with a mansard roof that was built - and then the attic was then finished. The ... A: I would suggest a complete vapor barrier behind the wall and ceiling drywall. Honestly, these are ... | |
| metal roof open porch | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: Mr Miller I have a new open Porch stand alone with single angel pitch Metal roof just finished in ... A: During certain conditions where there is a lot of moisture in the air and the temperature drops cool ... | |
| bathroom venting and foam | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: 1) I have a corrugated metal roof and need to install venting for my waste lines, wood stove and ... A: 1) They are all flat. Check with your roofing manufacturer for detailed installation instructions. ... | |
| Nail clearance codes | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently hired a company to roof a carport addition. The existing roof has a slight pitch and a ... A: Ronda, Sorry to hear about your troubles and frustrations. I must tell you I am not an expert on ... | |
| flat roof insulation | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I have recently had a rubber roof membrane replaced on a flat roof over a room on my house. The ... A: I am assuming this area is not vented and furthermore that there is probably no good way to vent it. ... | |
| Roof Leak | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I live in a 25 year old, 2-story townhouse. I have neighbors on both sides, so the house has ... A: Sorry to hear about your problems. Especially long distance, trying to diagnose this is a guessing ... | |
| Metal roof condensation | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a house with a new metal roof on. The up stairs is finished. It consists of drywall plastic ... A: Having plywood decking on the roof and underlayment would possibly help. What is happening is the ... | |
| metal roof on doublewide | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I'm an expert here too. I do cats. :) I have a question that i can't seem to get an answer for. I ... A: I would not suggest doing this with systems that are not tested and approved by their manufacturers ... | |
| New metal standing seam roof but leaking around vent pipe | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: Is more caulking an adequate repair when a leak develops around a vent pipe in a new meal roof? ... A: Yes, in my opinion, underlayment should have been sealed around the pipe and the pipe should have ... | |
| Ridge Vent | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I read an question asking about ridge vents and turbines. We have ridge vents and my husband is ... A: Ideally, you want to bring air in at your home's eaves and then circulate that through the attic, ... | |
| Roofing job | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: 1. I had a new roof install a couple years ago and just found out the installer did not put water ... A: If you're in an area where building code requires ice and watershield, then it probably is required ... | |
| roofing venetilation ice | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I own a home with a steel roof, every year ice damns form and pull the eaves trough off. I read that ... A: Your local home center or lumberyard should have options for soffit vents. Yes, there are various ... | |
| Venting metal roofs over foam | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I am installing a new metal roof on plywood. I am planning on using foam insulation in the cavity ... A: One option is to do what is called "hot roof theory" (you can google it and spray the foam and seal ... | |
| Installing steel roof on modular home | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I need some advice about re-roofing a 28'x66' modular. It is a shingled roof and I am considering ... A: I suggest either 30 pound felt or one of the newer synthetics. If you live in a warm climate I would ... | |
| Installing steel roof on modular home | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I need some advice about re-roofing a 28'x66' modular. It is a shingled roof and I am considering ... A: I would always suggest a layer of underlayment on top of the old shingles but yes many metal roofs ... | |
| tin on shingles | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: i was needing to know if it would be ok to put tin down on my roof and leaving the shingles down.or ... A: It depends some on what type of metal roofing you install. More heavily contoured panels will be ... | |
| ice build up on eaves of metal roof | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a metal roof which gets an ice build up problem on the eaves. I have vents under the eaves ... A: I am sorry but I do not. You may want to contact the technical department of one of the major ... | |
| roof ventilation | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I am about to hire someone to do a complete tear-off and reshingling. I want to make sure I have ... A: I am very sorry ... as I answered your question I forgot that its whole premise was that you are ... | |
| Rock Roof | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: We are going to purchase a home built in 1953. It has a rock roof (low pitch). I got up on the ... A: Shingles are not warranted on roofs of less than 3:12 pitch. I would guess that your roof is ... | |
| metal roofing | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: Todd, I'm getting quotes for metal roofing. While one contractor wants to install the metal over my ... A: It does not, in my opinion, present a fire hazard. Also, there are no building codes against ... | |
| roof ventilation | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I am about to hire someone to do a complete tear-off and reshingling. I want to make sure I have ... A: My suggestion would be to use the ridge vent, close off the gable vents, and maximize soffit vents ... | |
| installing PL gas stove up thru ceiling & roof | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: We are going to install a gas stove that uses LP to heat...it's one of those stoves that looks like ... A: You will need a collar for the stove pipe ... you may want to talk both with the pipe manufacturer ... | |
| Tin roof underlayment | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: We are getting estimates on replacing the tin roof on our house. One contractor has given us an ... A: On residential applications experience has shown me to always have solid decking (plywood sheathing) ... | |
| SIP with Metal | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: Todd, we are building a home with 8" structural insulated panels (SIPS) for the roof decking (9/12) ... A: Great question. In my experience, if you have a vapor barrier on the bottom side of the SIPs and if ... | |
| Lean to with slanted eaves | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering how to attatch my c-channels to my eaves when the eaves are slanting. I have done a ... A: I am assuming you are talking about attaching gutters when your fascia boards are not vertical. Let ... | |
| Attic Venting with Gable Vents | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I actually have two questions, if you dont' mind. Both are regarding my 1945 single-story located in ... A: Ridge vent is designed to be exhaust. Right now, it is trying to pull intake air through the gable ... | |
| metal roof, chimney flashing | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: Im installing a metal ribbed panel roof on a freinds house, over the shingles. He's got a chimney in ... A: You will need matching metal to form a flashing from. The metal roofing manufacturer should have ... | |
| inexpensive roof for bay window | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: We have just had a bay window installed, and now need to choose a material for the roof cap (already ... A: That is a nice little bay window. I would agree with everything your contractor told you. ... | |
| inexpensive roof for bay window | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: We have just had a bay window installed, and now need to choose a material for the roof cap (already ... A: Honestly, I don't know what you might like. Most bays are not real long as far as "rafter" length so ... | |
| painting metal roof | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: We currently have a green metal roof. It is approximately 11yrs old.(we have owned the house for 4 ... A: I doubt that cleaning alone will freshen it up adequately. It can be painted. You can obtain ... | |
| Overflow/Leakage from Gutter damaging the wall | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: When there's heavy rain, the exterior and interior wall of my garage gets very wet. The sheetrock ... A: I am sort of confused. It looks like there should be a downspout going from the hole in the upper ... | |
| Soffit Vents | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: My house is a 1950's ranch with 2,500sf including garage (1,875 living area and 625 garage). The ... A: These numbers all should be available from the manufacturers of the vents and the fan. You can ... | |
| Soffit Vents | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: My house is a 1950's ranch with 2,500sf including garage (1,875 living area and 625 garage). The ... A: I think it's equally important to look at balance between intake and exhaust vents. Your soffit ... | |
| galvalum | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a contractor who will put a 5-V galvalum roof with peel and stick underlayment on my 2/12 ... A: A "membrane" would be a sheet of roofing -- usually either PVC or TPO. It usually comes 10' widths ... | |
| installing metal roof over shingled roof | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: We've been told by some roofers that installing a metal roof over our shingled(over o.s.b.) roof ... A: I, too, do not know what their reasoning is. If you can get details, please email them to me at ... | |
| installing metal hip roof | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I am installing a metal hip roof and am concerned about the possibility of leakage around the hip ... A: The good thing about hips, in contrast to valleys, is that water runs away from rather than toward ... | |
| Flat roof over dormer on house | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: The flat roof over our dormer is leaking. We patched it but want to replace the roof as it is very ... A: Your choices would include a PVC or TPO membrane. For what I assume is not a real big area, it would ... | |
| galvalum | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a contractor who will put a 5-V galvalum roof with peel and stick underlayment on my 2/12 ... A: It is probably galvalum with a clear acrylic coating on it. I would definitely request a copy of ... | |
| corrugated metal roof issue | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: i had asked this already to a different expert, but he was unable to give much help so i'll try ... A: I would definitely suggest some sort of bar to span over the rib without damaging it. I am sorry ... | |
| Attic ventilation | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I had my roof replaced 18 months ago and the roofing company found many of the boards to be rotted ... A: I would not so much say that it keeps air from escaping but what happens is that you get very poor ... | |
| venting hip roof | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1966 ranch style home with a hip roof. I just replaced the roof with Dowel corning ... A: Because this is a hip roof there may not be adequate ridge for ridge vent. I would suggest adding ... | |
| Sky Light Leak Suspected | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I had a metal roof installed over existing shingles two years ago. I have continued to have a ... A: Probably about 30% of all problems I see with skylight leaks are indeed related to the skylight ... | |
| Metal Roofing vs Shingles | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: My mother is having her roof redone and is looking into Standing Seam Snap Loc. There are a couple ... A: For the products you are comparing, I would expect the metal to be about 2.5 times the cost. If you ... | |
| moisture ventilation. | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I built a metal building with a 10 on 12 pitched metal roof. The rafters are 2x8 with 2x4 purlins ... A: I agree that you need to open up the ridge and get airflow. It sounds like the soffit vents and ... | |
| Roof/gutter/icicles | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I live in a single family home in Chicago. My house is 3 years old and has the regular shingles ... A: Last year was an unusually severe winter in your area for this. Ice damming occurs when heat from ... | |
| air space | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: When installing a metal roof system over an existing shingle roof, should the metal be laid right on ... A: Many metal roofs can be installed over existing shingles, but I always suggest a new layer of ... | |
| metal roofing | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a Berridge t-Panel Medium Bronze metal roof. What is the reflective value of this roof on a ... A: All panel manufacturers have their own proprietary paint formulations. I do not know what Berridge's ... | |
| Roof vents vs ridge vents | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I live in Michigan and have a 30-year-old colonial-style home. I don't know square footage of roof, ... A: You want to have as much or more free airflow exhaust at the ridge than what you have as intake at ... | |
| Placement of 2 power vents | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I live in NE Ohio and I currently taking bids on replacing my roof. I am leaning on using power ... A: Without a doubt having adequate intake is important. I do not have a way to gauge whether you have ... | |
| Ridge Vents vs. ...... | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I will be having my roof replaced. Turbines are now in place. Ridge vents are recommended. I ... A: Turbines are still used though I only suggest them for special cases. However, based upon your ... | |
| Placement of 2 power vents | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I live in NE Ohio and I currently taking bids on replacing my roof. I am leaning on using power ... A: I would agree in your case that power fans seem appropriate. It sounds like the static vents are ... | |
| turbine on metal roof | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: do i have to put turbines on my metal roof A: Danny, Turbines are used to vent excessive heat and moisture out of attics. There is nothing ... | |
| Wondering about slope | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: We are going to build a roof over our hot deck on a 2nd floor level. We get plenty of snow in the ... A: This will give you a slope of approximately 2:12. I would encourage you to use only a mechanically ... | |
| attic ventilation | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: my home 34x60,single story,red brick,calonial front,slab floor,havc vents in celing,living and bed ... A: The best thing would be to open up the soffits and put vents in them, add a ridge vent, and close ... | |
| metal roofing | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: What are the pros and cons of putting the wooden slats between shingled roof and new metal roof? ... A: Sharon, First of all, it is important to know that not all products are designed to be installed in ... | |
| Leaking dormer | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a Cape Cod style home with two dormers on the from slop.The front slop faces the west.When it ... A: I could be wrong but it looks like the vertical lap between the panels is not correct. Has anyone ... | |
| ridge vents | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: Do you know witch ridge vent performs the best? I had my roof reshingled after hurricane charlie and ... A: Airvent has a great line of exhaust vents which features an external air baffle that is proven to ... | |
| Peeling Kynar Paint | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: Kynar is great stuff - the best paint available for metal roofing. However, occasionally (rare), ... A: Generally when Kynar peels it is because something was done wrong in the painting process -- usually ... | |
| Metal roofing with foam sheathing | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a house which is currently covered with shingles. It does have an attic. My wife and I are ... A: You can do this. However, an airgap is also pretty effective at blocking heat transfer. Assuming ... | |
| radiant barrier on metal roof | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I have some 26 guage green metal. I want to use it to re-roof my home. I want to install 2x4's every ... A: I would put down underlayment, yes. Radiant barrier is up to you. A radiant barrier facing the ... | |
| Standing seam metal roof | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: I installed my Standing Seam Metal roof and prior to installing the ridge cap/hardware some of the ... A: I am sorry to hear this. I assume this is a snap lock type of panel. When you install the panels, ... | |
| Garage Ventilation | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a garage in my backyard that I use as a shop and it measures about 24' x 18'. There is no ... A: Gable vents would not have to be dead center. If at some point you can add a ridge vent and also ... | |
| Wood Single replacement and venting | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: Miller, We live in Wichita Kansas where there are lots of storms and heavy wind. We have a 12-year ... A: Great questions. Thank you. 1) Insurance is regulated and controlled on a state by state basis. I ... | |
| Tin roof | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm considering replacing the roof on my hunting camp with new tin. I was curious what to put under ... A: Good question. The potential issue here is that metal conducts cold pretty easily. If I understand ... | |
| cold air entering home via bathroom and kitchen fan | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: We have just moved into a new home and the draft coming through the fans in the bathroom and kitchen ... A: I am not sure what sort of vent hood or cover you have on these where they exit through your roof ... | |
| Metal Roof rust | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a waterfront house on the gulf in Florida. I need a new roof I was thinking about a metal ... A: Many of today's residential metal roofs have coatings that help tremendously with corrosion ... | |
| tin roof ceiling insulation | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I own a 200+ yr. old log cabin w/ a tin roof. In the living room which has a cathedral ceiling to ... A: Interesting. My suggestion is to actually install an additional vapor barrier, in the form of ... | |
| "raised" metal roof | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1989 double wide mobile home. It came with shingles and I had a new metal roof put on 7 ... A: It is hard for me to put a number on it but adding that airgap would help significantly. Also, ... | |
| transition flashing from asphalt roof to PVC corrugated panel roof | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I rebuilt a patio cover on the side of a garage and there is minimal overlap from the garage asphalt ... A: This is a tough situation. First of all, the transition flashing should be significant. It should ... | |
| venting a hot roof for standing seam metal | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: Miller: We need to replace the roof covering on our 12/12 pitch roof. It currently has shingles that ... A: Asphalt shingles, of course, cannot be installed on spaced lathe board but must be installed on ... | |
| faded metal roof | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: Our metal roof is about 20 years old, and really faded. Is it possible to paint a metal roof? ... A: As long as it is faded and not peeling it should repaint very well. I would clean it first with a ... | |
| venting a hot roof for standing seam metal | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: Miller: We need to replace the roof covering on our 12/12 pitch roof. It currently has shingles that ... A: If I am understanding things correctly, there is neither a vapor barrier nor a vented airspace in ... | |
| Roof Replacement | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I am in the process of getting my roof replaced due to hail damage. While discussing the options ... A: I always suggest a metal valley on asphalt shingles. I am not sure what they mean by "scotch guard" ... | |
| roof insulation and ventilation | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a cabin in east Tennessee and the second floor attic area of the pitched gable roof has been ... A: The spray fowm would be more effective insulation and also help avoid condensation issues. If you ... | |
| membrane | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: We are having a galvalume roof installed and the roofer has put the roofing membrane down with metal ... A: I assume that by "membrane" you are referring to underlayment. They should be using some sort of ... | |
| Guttering for steep metal roof | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: We are in the process of purchasing a house that does not have gutters. The house is a frame house ... A: My general advice is to use 6" gutters and mount them as high as possible, behind the drip edge of ... | |
| Leaking | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I have water entering the house through the ceiling, inside one of the exterior walls. We had new ... A: Tough to diagnose things unseen but, yes, this could be related to the gutters. The gutters might ... | |
| hail damage | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: Does one always need to replace their roof after a major hailstorm? Even if the roof looks fine and ... A: Several issues at play here: Building codes allow for two layers in most areas. When you put new ... | |
| new steel roof over shingles | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: My doublewide has about a 2/12 pitch on it with cathedral ceilings in most of the rooms. In the ... A: I would encourage you to choose a steel panel that can be installed over battens rather than have to ... | |
| Charcoal vs. Weatherwood | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: We live in the North Texas area. We recently had a hail storm and are replacing our 3 tab shingle ... A: A great source of info on ventilation is www.airvent.com I would not use turbines with ridge vent. ... | |
| 29 gauage metal roofing | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: i have had some put over shingles.it looks teriable.indetation markes all over.could this be from ... A: If the metal is pressing around underlayment fasteners and causing dents, it would do so around ... | |
| Charcoal vs. Weatherwood | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: We live in the North Texas area. We recently had a hail storm and are replacing our 3 tab shingle ... A: Ventilation is very important to helping with energy efficiency. Most standard shingles, unless ... | |
| metal roof comparison | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at metal roofs for my home, mainly the stone coated metal. what is the difference ... A: As far as I know, the production of these two products is very similar and you would have similar ... | |
| hail damage | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: Does one always need to replace their roof after a major hailstorm? Even if the roof looks fine and ... A: Hail damage can be hidden and shorten the roof's life. It depends a lot upon the type of roof you ... | |
| metal roof 12:12 pitch and snow retention | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: We are thinking about putting a new standing seam metal roof on our house with a 12:12 pitch in the ... A: This is a really tough question -- like a shot in the dark. Sorry. You did have an unusually severe ... | |
| pinhole leaks in roof | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I have an older barn that I plan to replace in a few years, in the meanwhile I have to find a way to ... A: If I understand correctly, you know where the holes are? You can see them? Correct? If so, you can ... | |
| Decra Roofing | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I had a Decra shingle roof put on my home, it started leaking at the first rain and has caused major ... A: I don't follow how dirtiness could cause leaks unless debris on the roof has clogged the valley ... | |
| Loss of aggregate on Dura-Loc | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: My roof is 6 years old and installed by a licensed Dura-Loc approved installer. It has lost much of ... A: Good luck with everything. The reason I asked about roof size was that, had the roof not been real ... | |
| Loss of aggregate on Dura-Loc | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: My roof is 6 years old and installed by a licensed Dura-Loc approved installer. It has lost much of ... A: You must be in the Salt Lake City area? Any idea what the size of your roof is? I agree that ... | |
| Loss of aggregate on Dura-Loc | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: My roof is 6 years old and installed by a licensed Dura-Loc approved installer. It has lost much of ... A: I am sure that you are aware that Dura Loc was sold to Gerard Roofing Technologies, aka Allmet. I ... | |
| residential metal roofing | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I live in Canada just north of Ogedsberg, New York. I would like to put on a metal roof over the ... A: It is important to always adhere to manufacturer instructions. In any event you should use ... | |
| metal roofing underlayment | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: hey todd, is 15/32 0sb sufficient on 16 o.c. rafters for a sheet metal roof. and what type of felt ... A: You need to confirm local building code and also check with the roofing manufacturer on both ... | |
| Roofing barrier | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: I have to replace my existing roofing and I am considering using a roll out barrier over existing ... A: My company does not sell radiant barriers. Sorry. :-( We do sell aluminum roofing with reflective ... | |
| cupola vent repair | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: A nearsighted goose flew into the south side of the cupola on top of our barn and severely damaged 3 ... A: It made me laugh. Sorry about the goose's poor eyesight and bad luck. There are quite a few ... | |
| 20 year shingles | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: Now that I have had this roof 7 years how do I determine if it has a 20 year shingle or not? I do ... A: There are very few shingles that do not carry at least a 20 year warranty. However, please do not ... | |
| metal roof | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: ..we've got an old two story house with a wrap around porch and a metal roof about three years old. ... A: It is possible. I also wonder if water could be getting in where the roof intersects with the house ... | |
| condensation in roof peak | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a work shop where the ceiling is insulated. It's basically a cathedral ceiling with no roof ... A: In an ideal situation from the inside out you will have drywall, vapor barrier, insulation, vented ... | |
| ADDING A MOTORIZED VENT TO RIDGE VENTED ROOf | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a new home with ridge venting on the roof. Should I add a motorized vent also or is that ... A: Ridge vent and soffit vent typically are the best passive venting you can do. I believe that a ... | |
| Metal roof installation around a rock chimney | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: We are going to cover our dimensional shingle roof with metal. What is the best way to work around ... A: I would put a collar around the base of the chimney made of a 1 x 6 on edge. Using a compass, trace ... | |
| Metal roof | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I am in the process of constructing a 30X60 wood framed building and need help installing the metal ... A: From the inside out, you should have drywall, vapor barrier, insulation, minimum 1" vented airspace, ... | |
| Metal Roof on Low Pitch House | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: My house is a 3/12 pitch, detached garage is also.Have you used metal roofing on slopes like that? ... A: Virtually all metal roofing products are suitable for roofs of 3:12 or greater pitch. The only ... | |
| Metal Roof | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for an asian style metal roof with a rounded cap. Green in color. Pagoda Style. A: These Asian roofs are tile, not metal and unfortunately you will not find a real good metal ... | |
| Repainting a galvanized metal roof | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: We recently purchased a cabin and the galvanized roof is in good shape except for the peeling paint. ... A: I would suggest power washing it and also cleaning it well with a mixture of detergent, water, and ... | |
| Install metal over wet asphalt shingle | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: We currently have 1 layer of asphalt shingles on the roof. Recently, we noticed a leak coming ... A: Things will dry out over time. I would not worry about that. As far as addressing the leak ... if ... | |
| Roof over a leaky cedar shake roof | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I understand it is common practice to install a metal roof over the existing shingle or shake to ... A: I agree entirely with you. If you have existing leaks and perhaps rot which will affect secure ... | |
| composite insulation panels | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Miller, I find your recommendations to be very informative and professional. Hope you are able ... A: Wow. Those are good questions. And unfortunately outside my expertise as I really am not a ... | |
| composite insulation panels | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Miller, I find your recommendations to be very informative and professional. Hope you are able ... A: There have actually been issues over the years with Tectum in unventilated situations. I am glad you ... | |
| condensation | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: I had a new ribbed metal roof installed in 2004, replacing a cedar shingle roof (cedar shingles were ... A: This is a tough one which unfortunately often ends up being sorted out by attorneys and insurance ... | |
| flashing around chimney | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: We're installing a metal roof on a two story farm house. We're not sure exactly how to do around ... A: If you email to me at tmiller@classicroof.com I have a manual I can email back to you which includes ... | |
| Noises in the attic | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: Is it normal to hear noises in the attic? Every night my husband and I hear creeks etc several ... A: I would guess that this is not indicative of any major problem. Probably just normal expansion and ... | |
| painting metal roofing | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I will be replacing my porch roof (1890's farmer's simple victorian) in raised seam metal, want a ... A: It will cost a little more but I would go to Sherwin Williams. I am not sure of their current trade ... | |
| insulating and new roof | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: hope you can help me out.i want to insulate a cathedral ceiling.there are beams that the lenth of ... A: If you put sleepers on top of the existing rafters and then insulated but not to the full depth of ... | |
| insulating and new roof | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: hope you can help me out.i want to insulate a cathedral ceiling.there are beams that the lenth of ... A: Scott, I would consider a vented airspace on top of the insulation. That will help avoid ... | |
| cathedral ventilation | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I just roofed a log home in november and the gable over hangs have had icicles hanging throughout ... A: I agree that the lack of ventilation is the root cause of this home's issues. The rotten decking you ... | |
| cutting gutter | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: how do i cut tin gutter if it has a 45 or any type of degree sloping down.i run all the fascia ... A: If I am understanding your correctly, you need to "drop" from one roof level to a lower roof level. ... | |
| hidden gutters/ reroofing project | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I live in the pacific northwest and am in the process of having a 26 gauge metal shake intalled on ... A: Installing over the existing shingles is normally quite acceptable. It reduces landfill waste and ... | |
| shingle vs metal roof | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a shingle roof and considering metal.I know the cost is more but it will last longer.A ... A: The best way I can answer this is to email a couple of articles I have to you. There is a wide ... | |
| fading roof | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: Hey Todd, I put a Fiber-cement roof on my house about 4 yrs ago and the Charcoal color is fading ... A: To the best of my knowledge all of the fiber cement roofing products have performed miserably. ... | |
| condensation or poor instalation? | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I had a classic rib metal roof installed the summer of 2007 and didn't have any issues last winter. ... A: Interesting. In most cases, condensation issues are from moisture that originates inside of the ... | |
| condensation or poor instalation? | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I had a classic rib metal roof installed the summer of 2007 and didn't have any issues last winter. ... A: I am sorry about your troubles. I am not quite sure how I can help you but I want to try. Do I ... | |
| How to stop Ice Dams on Modular | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: I live in a 18 year old modular home with cathedral ceilings. We had the roof reshingled 6 years ... A: I do not think that a metal roof will end the problems. I am assuming there is no way to amp up the ... | |
| Metal roof venting | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: Greetings, I am working on a home with a 4/12 roof, sheeted plus felt and fabral 5V metal on roof. ... A: If you are putting in soffit vents, I would definitely add a ridge vent. You may wish to contact ... | |
| pro-panel roofing installation | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a shed that is 22' long and 10' wide and the roof is flat and is made of 3/4" plywood that I ... A: You can lap those panels. Again I would refer you to mfr instructions for details. These panels are ... | |
| Condensation on north side of attic sheathing | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: Todd, North side of the roof has condensation on the sheathing three months out of the year, ... A: You could try that but I am afraid it may pull air mainly from the ridge vent and the ridge really ... | |
| Condensation on north side of attic sheathing | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: Todd, North side of the roof has condensation on the sheathing three months out of the year, ... A: Sometimes on these things, it is trial and error. Wow, you have done a lot though. My gut feeling ... | |
| roof pitch | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: How do you find the pitch of your roof? I want to put a metal roof over the existing metal roof. I ... A: Pitch is referenced in terms of rise over run. As an example, 3:12 means the roof rises 3" ... | |
| Best investment cost. | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: Miller, How cost effective would a metal roof be in this residential circumstance. 1) There are 2-3 ... A: Insurance -- in some very hail prone areas you may be eligible for a discount of 10 - 15% ... check ... | |
| Metal roof with skylights | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I want to install a metal roof over my existing roll roofing, slope 1-12. I have 3 existing ... A: I am glad you contacted me. There is only one typ of metal roofing that is appropriate for this low ... | |
| re-roofing | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a house with a metal roof which was, unfortunately installed on top of a shingle roof many ... A: Not a dumb question at all. Many metal roofs can be installed on top of strapping. It depends upon ... | |
| Attic Ventilation | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a Cap Cod style house with a master bedroom in the attic space. There are not baffles to ... A: I am not quite sure I follow your suggested solution. The purpose of ventilation is not to just ... | |
| copper roofing | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: I am have a client that wants copper on a cupala built above a painted metal roof & he is worried ... A: Provided the painted metal has a high quality paint finish, such as a Kynar / Hylar finish, this ... | |
| Gutters for metal roofing | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: When we have a heavy snowfall, the weight of the melting snow coming off the metal roof tears the ... A: First of all it does sound like you need snowguards, aka Snow Gems. I do not know why in the world ... | |
| ice damage | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: last year a sheet of ice fell from my metal roof crushing my car. i do not want to retain it on ... A: They are called Snowguards and one option is a Snowfence. I encourage you to check with your ... | |
| condensation under metal roof | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I have installed a standing seam metal roof on 2 X 4 battens with no vapor barrier. The space under ... A: Condensation occurs when moist air hits a cool surface. Moisture does rise in a building so there is ... | |
| metal roof condensation | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: hope you can help me out. We have a metal roof over our sundeck, sunroom which is closed in and also ... A: Condensation occurs when moist (and usually warm) air hits a cool surface.To get rid of ... | |
| sheared off roof vent | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: I've got a steel metal roof with PVC thru-roof vent pipes for the plumbing. My Plumbing sub screwed ... A: I am sorry to hear about this. It sounds like the pipe needs to be replaced. You may wish to look at ... | |
| installing on trailer with metal roof | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: do you have to use any wood forms or can it be installed straight on the old roof. The trailer was ... A: This is really impossible to answer without knowing exactly what is on the mobile home now but I ... | |
| LOFT CONDENSATION | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I LIVE IN A NEW BUILD WITCH IS ALMOST THREE YEARS OLD I HAVE BEEN IN MY LOFT TODAY TO FIND IT WET ... A: Please let me know what type of roof you have. Standard shingle? Wood shingle? Metal? With most ... | |
| LOFT CONDENSATION | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I LIVE IN A NEW BUILD WITCH IS ALMOST THREE YEARS OLD I HAVE BEEN IN MY LOFT TODAY TO FIND IT WET ... A: Anytime you have condensation like this, it is a concern. Let me ask you some questions. First of ... | |
| stone coatings coming off after warm water soak | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: Interesting comment about the weak point for stone-coated products: the experiment about soaking in ... A: No doubt about it -- stone coatings offer more scratch resistance than paint. My company has over ... | |
| stone coatings coming off after warm water soak | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: Interesting comment about the weak point for stone-coated products: the experiment about soaking in ... A: The manufacturers of stone coated products do say that there products cure further once exposed to ... | |
| Driving Rain comes in the Gable End Vents | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: I've lived in an old victorian in Upstate NY for about a year. We have recently been noticing ... A: Laura, can you tell for certain that water is blowing in through the vents? I agree that the issues ... | |
| Tin Roof Insulation | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a tin roof that I would like to insulate so I can enclose the attic as a room. I saw the ... A: Interesting. Is there any ventilation at all? If not, I would suggest spraying the underwise with ... | |
| Metal Roofing issues | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: A good friend of mine just bought a second home and the roof is propanel. As I inspected the ... A: If a lot of screws have backed out I would suggest replacing them with slightly larger diameter ... | |
| metal roof for residential home | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I am thinking of replacing my shingles with a metal roof. Can I replace over my shingles, or is it ... A: Underlayment is not for efficiency but for the following reasons: 1) The way I read the ... | |
| metal roof for residential home | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I am thinking of replacing my shingles with a metal roof. Can I replace over my shingles, or is it ... A: Jackie, most metal roofs designed for residential use can be installed over the existing shingles. I ... | |
| Coating/Sealing Old Metal Shingles | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: My wife and I are restoring a 1928 slightly craftsman style house. It has old metal shingles on ... A: Chris, as a manufacturer of metal roofing I do not have a lot of opportunity to be involved with ... | |
| Replace Metal Roofing | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I am looking at replacing the metal roof on a 150 year old house with an old 80 yr old metal roof. ... A: This is valid provided the 2 x 4's can be attached to something solid. Unless you are doing other ... | |
| Ventilation in older home | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 of them. First, I have a ranch style home in the Northeast that I'm going to reroof this ... A: If you have not had condensation problems in the attic in the past and you are not doing anything ... | |
| Roof Ventilation | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: My house is a ranch, "L" shape. Both roofs are an 8-12 pitch. The main roof is 56 feet long and ... A: I think it is a little bit of an odd recommendation from a home inspector unless he saw some sort of ... | |
| leaking metal roof | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: We have wind damage to our metal roof. None of the pieces are missing, but the roof was lifted in ... A: Can you send me pictures? If you google "metal roof restoration" you will find a variety of systems ... | |
| Venting a metal roof | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: I plan to install a metal roof over my existing asphalt shingle roof. I do not currently have ridge ... A: Not really. Sorry. Unpainted (acrylic coated) galvalume has a very low emissivity whereas high ... | |
| Venting a metal roof | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: I plan to install a metal roof over my existing asphalt shingle roof. I do not currently have ridge ... A: First of all, I would make sure that your metal roof has reflective pigment paint in it. As far as ... | |
| condensation in gambrel roof design? | 10/20/2008 |
| Q: I built this year a home for my family doing all the work myself. its a 30 x 32 home with a ... A: A great source of venting info is www.airvent.com I think that you need soffit vents as intake. Is ... | |
| new addition roofing | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a 16x80 mobile home and have put a 12x80 addition on it. The addition roof insulation is ... A: You really need a vented airspace -- with both intake vent and exhaust vent. www.airvent.com is a ... | |
| ROOF VENTILATION | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: WHY WOULD A ROOF OVER UNHEATED GARAGE SPACE NEED TO HAVE RIDGE VENT AND PERFORATED SOFFIT? A: Unless you are going to have source(s) of heat and/or moisture in the garage, venting probably is ... | |
| gutters and snow on metal roof | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: Will rain gutters get ripped off my metal roofed barn? We just built a 120x60x16 indoor arena in ... A: I would suggest a 6" gutter made of minimum .032" thick aluminum hung with internal brackets. This ... | |
| metal roof | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: i have a 3/12 pitch roof, and want to install a r-panel metal roof, but the city building code ... A: Yes, I contacted them and they have given me a couple of dates as options for having an industry ... | |
| Noise in Corrugated Iron Sheeting | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: Due to heat expansion & contraction during daytime sun & evening/over night temperature changes I ... A: Tell me a bit about what you have. What is the roof installed on? Solid decking or lathe boards / ... | |
| metal roof | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: i have a 3/12 pitch roof, and want to install a r-panel metal roof, but the city building code ... A: I am still confused by their reference to 8:12 pitch. Other than that, I agree with you in that I ... | |
| metal roof | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: i have a 3/12 pitch roof, and want to install a r-panel metal roof, but the city building code ... A: I have never heard of such a thing. What is their justification or reason for this? Most cities in ... | |
| steel vs aluminum | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: As a follow-up to your reply, that "ultimately rust is still a concern over time", it sounds like ... A: There are two types of condensation to think about. One is from moisture inside the home that ... | |
| Aluminum Roofing Screws | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: Do you know of a source for Aluminum Roofing Screws (with the attached 'rubber' washer)? I have an ... A: Dennis, I am sorry to say that to the best of my knowledge aluminum screws with the rubber washers ... | |
| steel vs aluminum | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: As a follow-up to your reply, that "ultimately rust is still a concern over time", it sounds like ... A: OSB or Plywood ... the test results I have seen for fastener pull out are about the same on both. ... | |
| metal over asphalt shingle | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: Todd I sure have learned and enjoyed your question and anwsers here is mine I have a cathedral roof ... A: I would not ice and watershield the entire roof but certainly is a good idea for critical areas. ... | |
| metal roofing | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: is there specil flashing for metal roofing where it comes up against a domer how far apart should i ... A: Oh wow. Yes, there are sidewall flashings and topwall flashings available. Here's my concern -- have ... | |
| Metal roofing installation | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: What do you recommend to go under a classic rib metal roof installation, felt paper or ice shield? ... A: Proper installation is more important than anything. I definitely would suggest underlayment -- ... | |
| Metal Roofing & Electromagnetic Waves | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I have fiberglass shingles on my roof now that are about due for replacement. The antennas for my ... A: Quality of installation is more important than quality of product. Even low end products still ... | |
| specific roofing product | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: We re-roofed about 5 years ago and we are very happy with our roof and the material we selected Fire ... A: FireFree was one of several fibrous cement roofing products made in the 90s. They did not perform ... | |
| gooseneck | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a shingle roof with a gooseneck - my question is in the event of a hurricane if the gooseneck ... A: Cover it with a duck's back? Haha. Sorry. Couldn't resist. Not much you can do, if it gets taken ... | |
| dent repair in metal roofing | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: Have seen some dialogue on repairing metal roofing dents due to hail damage, but have not seen ... A: It depends very much upon the exact profile of metal roofing. Most metal roofing manufacturers, if ... | |
| Need Re-Roof considerinf a metal interlocking roof | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I live in an old 1875 cedar shingle house that has a cedar shingle roof with at least three to four ... A: Metal roofing does have many advantages. I have to tell you, though, I am NOT the person to suggest ... | |
| Mansard Roof- Aluminum siding on Vertical sides? | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I am planning to hire a roofing contractor to re-shingle our roof in the next couple of months. We ... A: I think that a lot of this comes down to what "look" you want to achieve. However, there is also an ... | |
| Metal Roofing and Moss | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a home in Northern Wisconsin surrounded by many pine trees. We have pine needles falling on ... A: Any product with a "porous" top surface with lots of nooks and crannies will be more prone to this ... | |
| bare metal roof on older home | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: The roof of this older home is metal, very steep. The attic space is on the sides of the upstairs ... A: Is there any ventilation in these areas? We do not want to do something which traps moisture so you ... | |
| Ventilation with metal roof | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: We have just had a metal roof installed on our cottage. They took off the vents we had and just put ... A: Normally, a metal roof will not decrease the need for venting. Of course proper venting requires ... | |
| 5V Galvalume Metal Roofing Installation | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I am in the process of remodeling a small vacation home and adding a large addition on to it to ... A: Feel free to email pics to me if you wish at tmiller@classicroof.com However, everything sounds ... | |
| vent repair or replace | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: Squirrels have torn the screen off of the roof vents. Now we need to replace them so they can't get ... A: These are called turbine vents. They are more common in some areas of the country than others. In ... | |
| leaking metal roof | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: My 10 year old metal roof in NM has sheets attached by screws through the ridges, and is pitched ... A: Mark, Thank you for the question. I hope this finds you well. It is, at best, very difficult to ... | |
| Insulation for a metal roof | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to remodel a shed (wood construction with a metal roof) into an office. I have no clue ... A: One of the most sure things you could do is spray the underside of the roof or roofdeck with closed ... | |
| Steel shake hail damage & insurance problem | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: The roof is a steel shake style roof. There have been three different hail storms. The worst ... A: In most cases, unless you have been accepting a premium discount from your insurance company, they ... | |
| chooosing a metal roof | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I would like to replace my asphalt shingles on my roof with metal and am unsure what type of ... A: Colette, I would agree that stone coatings may not be the best given your environment. If you're ... | |
| attic venting under new metal roof | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I recently had a metal roof installed over my existing asphalt roof. The new metal roof is shakes ... A: In my opionion you do need attic ventilaton in your situation in order to avoid an unhealthy ... | |
| Barn Roof | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I have been taking bids to have a contractor cover my (approx. 2000 sq. feet) barn roof with ribbed ... A: Kynar and Hylar are brands particular to paints based upon polyvinylidenefluoride chemistry. They ... | |
| steel roofing and roofing paper | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: We just had a steel roof installed on a new cabin in the adirondack area of NY. My concerned is ... A: I am curious exactly what was used. In recent years we have seen "synthetic" underlayments really ... | |
| Barn Roof | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I have been taking bids to have a contractor cover my (approx. 2000 sq. feet) barn roof with ribbed ... A: What you're looking at is the lower end of metal roofing but sounds like it could be appropriate for ... | |
| metal roofing | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: Mr. Miller, We recently purchased a cabin at 11,300 feet in Pitkin, Colorado. It has a metal roof, ... A: Most of these are either custom or regionally made. Another name thye go under is "witch's hats". ... | |
| metal roof | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: how do i know if my silver color metal roof is aluminum or metal we want to paint it red ANSWER: ... A: Tin actually is a metal, the same as aluminum, steel, copper, etc. Unless this roof is real old I ... | |
| sealing around chimney | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: My husband just installed a metal roof over shingles.The problem is when it rains there is a leak ... A: Metal roofs need to be flashed around chimneys which is usually done by making a sawcut in the ... | |
| Metal roof ventilation | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a vertical panel steel roof on my house. The house has a summer room off the back and a porch ... A: It is hard to diagnose things like this sight unseen but I feel you are not moving enough air and it ... | |
| Metal roof ventilation | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a vertical panel steel roof on my house. The house has a summer room off the back and a porch ... A: If you install gable vents, then they will end up feeding air to the ridge vents areas closest to ... | |
| stone coated steel roofs | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I need to replace the wood shake shingles and I'm interested in the stone coated steel roofs. Which ... A: The highest quality paint finishes used on metal roofing today are sold under the trade names Kynar ... | |
| stone coated steel roofs | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I need to replace the wood shake shingles and I'm interested in the stone coated steel roofs. Which ... A: Anne, to the best of my current knowledge and based upon observation, the technology used by these ... | |
| Roofing Ventilation | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: Need to re roof 2 story colonial house due to hail damage. Roof is original and 23 yrs old with ... A: I like ridge vent for most roofs but see problems when you add turtle vents or powered fans. What ... | |
| Can I Have Both Turbine & Turtle Vents?? | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I live in Omaha, Nebraska and my home currently has 7 turtle vents.......home is colonial style so ... A: I am assuming that you have soffit vents as intake so all of these vents act as exhaust. His ... | |
| Can two different styles of ridge vents be used? | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: Hey Todd! RE: my question dated June 17, 2008, I like what you said about balancing the air flow ... A: I think I understand but I want to think about it a bit and if you fax or email me a sketch that ... | |
| Metal over asphalt | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: My mom has gotten a bid for $8,000 to put tin over existing shingles. Her house is a 4 square ... A: This is done frequently generally with good results. If the existing shingles are badly curled or if ... | |
| metal roof closers | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: We had a metal roof installed about 1-1/2 years ago. Since that time the gray closers they use, we ... A: I would not use expanded foam -- too difficult to control and unpredictable. You could use a quality ... | |
| ridge vents | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: My home was destroyed during Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne three years ago in Fl. I had a roofer, ... A: Why do you feel this weakened your house? Cutting back the decking at the ridge is done frequently. ... | |
| attic fan thermostat | 7/6/2008 |
| Q: It seems my attic fan thermostat is working backwards. The fan goes off when I raise the ... A: It is working correct. You need to think of it as a furnace thermostat not an a/c thermostat ... or ... | |
| Tin roof over shingles | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: you answered a question about putting a tin roof right on top of shingles on a double wide moble ... A: It sounds like he may have added a ridge vent which can work well provided he did it correctly. As ... | |
| Cricket | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: Cricket?....... Ranch Style house built 1965. In Vermont where we get quite a bit of snow. Roof ... A: Having the chimney so close to the ridge line generally lessens the need for a cricket. Would a ... | |
| Decorative ridge vent | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: We are about to reroof our old farmhouse. Originally it would have had a red composite roof with ... A: It is not normally vented but maybe there is a way to vent it. However, the only company I know of ... | |
| Tin roof over shingles | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: Since then we've heard that the tin was not suppose to be place directly on top of the shingles ... A: I am a strong believer in ventilation. I would encourage roof ventilation in the form of attic ... | |
| mobile home roof | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: I have a mobile home and want to put a tin roof on it. I have seen roofers in the area screwing ... A: Rafters are usually located by finding the rafter ends in the soffits and then chalk marking the ... | |
| Attic Fan Placement | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: Last week we had an attic fan installed and our house has never seemed more stuffy. Our AC is ... A: I think by air distribution he is saying the same thing I am saying -- you need to pull air from ... | |
| Attic Fan Placement | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: Last week we had an attic fan installed and our house has never seemed more stuffy. Our AC is ... A: Chances are the fan is powerful enough that it is pulling from both gable end vents but it is doing ... | |
| attic fans | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: I live in a 3 level townehouse that has a attic. The 3rd level is much hotter than the rest of the ... A: By "attic fan" I am asusming you are referring to an attic exhaust fan, not a whole house fan. ... | |
| Additions to a metal roof | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I am working with Habitat for Humanity on a project where they would like to take “Mississippi ... A: I am sorry. I did not realize the new roof is perpendicular to the old. Dropping it will not help. ... | |
| low profile ridge vents | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: My house is 1480 sq. ft. located in central Florida. The main roof goes E-W across the great room ... A: Ventilation is helpful in many ways. It can reduce a/c costs. It also helps avoid condensation and ... | |
| ice dam mitigation | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: I get ice dams.I have at least as much insulation as required by code which in this area is R-44 I ... A: You should be able to add a ridge vent as described. The ridge vent will act as exhaust. You need ... | |
| insulating a cathedral roof | 6/7/2008 |
| Q: We have a cabin that needs re roofing. This cabin was built with a beam construction rafter system. ... A: The insulation is a good idea particularly for winter efficiency. A radiant barrier, when part of a ... | |
| decra vs kynar roofs | 6/6/2008 |
| Q: We are building and have had proposals for both Decra and Kynar 500. Is there a significant ... A: This is kind of a complex question. There are undoubtedly many other differences between these ... | |
| metal roofing | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: We currently have cedar shakes. They are starting to rot and we are going to put a metal roof on. ... A: Many of the more heavily formed metal roofs -- those designed to look like cedar shake or tile -- ... | |
| Metal over asphalt. To use strapping or not? | 5/26/2008 |
| Q: Miller, We recently acquired enough stainless steel roofing at a remarkable price to ... A: This is a hard question to answer because I do not know whether the roofing you have is designed and ... | |
| condensation leaks | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: We had a new standing seam metal roof installed 20 months ago in central Maine. Previously we had ... A: I assume that you are certain that the problem is condensation and not roof leaks. Anyway, my ... | |
| condensation leaks | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: We had a new standing seam metal roof installed 20 months ago in central Maine. Previously we had ... A: If you have a clear ventilation path, you should be able to go in the attic and hold a light piece ... | |
| condensation leaks | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: We had a new standing seam metal roof installed 20 months ago in central Maine. Previously we had ... A: A power vent will move a lot of air but the question is where will it pull the air from? To avoid ... | |
| venting a metal roof | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: I just had a metal roof done. The original roof was only 13 years old. I had 30 yr shingles ... A: Cor-A-Vent is a good option for most metal roof applications. Some metal roofing manufacturers also ... | |
| hail damaged standing seam roof | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: Todd, Approx. 2 months ago we had golf ball sized hail for approx. 15 min. duration on my home, ... A: If you see indentations where the paint chips are, then it is probably related to hail. If there are ... | |
| Metal roofs screw tightening? | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: I was just wondering if this is true or myth. Does the screws on a metal roof need to be tightened ... A: For exposed fastener metal roofs, sometimes screws can back out and need re-tightened. Certainly not ... | |
| Interior Ceiling Moisture | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: Mr. Miller, I live in San Antonio, TX in a home I purchase about 1 year ago. Recently on the ... A: I am not sure I have any good ideas but it sounds like it is not a roof leak. Could it be ... | |
| Installing Metal Roof | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: I just purchased Painted Galvalume Metal Panels with Kynar 500 coating. When the rain season will be ... A: The age of the lumber should be helpful. However, over time may the screws back out some and need ... | |
| how to tie a metal low pitch to a shingle regular pitch | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: I had my mobile home roof reshingled and the guy who did it talked me into removing the metal on my ... A: Are you having problems with the roll roofing? I guess you must be. Make sure that you will have ... | |
| Laying felt | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: When laying felt, do I staple over the entire area or just the upper edge? A: It depend supon what you're doing but let me say this first: Check the instructions for the roofing ... | |
| 1977 mobile home reroof | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I own a 1977 doublewide mobile home with a very low pitched original metal roof that leaks a lot ... A: I am so sorry but I do not fully understand your plan. Please help me. Where is the felt going to ... | |
| Replacing 30-Year Cedar Shake Roof | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: Am wondering about alternatives. Specifically, either the fake shake... or something else (metal?). ... A: Tom, Thanks for your question. I am not the most unbiased person in the world for this though as my ... | |
| Embossed Metal Roof Replacement | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: Am helping a friend find info re replacement of roof on house built in late 1800's. Would like ... A: I would remove existing metal shingles rather than deck over them. Too many variables when you do ... | |
| No nailing slots in flange of snap lock metal roofing | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: I acquired a bunch of galvanized snap lock ("SNAP-LOC" roofing made by Champion Metal ... A: I am surprised they do not have slots in the fastening flange. You could contact Champion and ask ... | |
| shingle rating | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: How do I rate a shingle? Is there a rating? I only find a "years of life" rating. Is it by weight? ... A: There is no rating system available. I am sorry. All manufacturers will tell you though that a ... | |
| Ondura roofing materials | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: Have you had any experience with this product? I saw it the other day at Lowes and was considering ... A: I normally do not "dog" products that compete with what my company makes but in this case I have to. ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: My dad wants to replace shingle roof with metal roofing. He has one layer of shingles. He would like ... A: Jen, this is a good question and unfortunately it's not an easy question to answer. A lot of this ... | |
| re-roofing | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: what are the laws in kansas if you know for how many layers of composite shingles a residential ... A: Actually, this is not a statewide thing though. It is up to local municipalities. You will find that ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: We have a 125 year old home, located in Mitchell, Ontario, Canada and are looking at getting a new ... A: Mr. Scott. Unfortunately I must sort of excuse myself because I cannot answer this question without ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I have many questions to ask but want to start with the easy one. I can only aford to install a ... A: I think that this company is a good fastener supplier: http://www.atlasfasteners.com/ I hate to ... | |
| Decking under metal roofing | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: ....I greatly appreciate it! A quick follow up and clarification of a previous ... A: Barry, The risk to no decking is that condensation can build up on the back of the cool metal ... | |
| bay window roofing | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: I had new windows installed & along with the windows they replaced the roof shingles. all the ... A: This is probably okay though I am more of a metal guy than a shingle guy. I am a little surprised ... | |
| standing seam roof | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: I am having a 24 gauge standing seam roof installed. All looks perfect except for one panel has a ... A: Todd, there could be a lot of things that caused this. I am not sure I can pinpoint the exact reason ... | |
| Ventilation | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: I just purchased a 1981 manufactured "triple wide" home & it is in dire need of new shingle roof. ... A: You are correct in that the insulation is going to minimize the effect of ventilation. However, if ... | |
| 5 v crimp metal roofing | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: My wife and I are in the process of purchasing an old (single story) farm house in Charlotte, NC. ... A: Congrats on the new house. Yes, a roofer with metal experience should be able to make a call on ... | |
| cricket on a standing seam pro-panel roof | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: Our house was constructed 8 years ago without a cricket. The stucco chimney measures about 5-6 feet ... A: Chances are the snow is pushing up under the roofing panels. You might go up when the roof is clean ... | |
| Leaking Roof | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: my wife and I decided to have a log home built. We opted for green products such as geothermal ... A: Norm, I am traveling today so it may be tomorrow before I can look at them but please send photos ... | |
| getting on slippery metal roofing safely | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: I am 76 y/o with a total knee prosthesis. My wife says "Don't get up there!" about our roof which ... A: My advice is much like your wife's in that I would say to stay off of the roof. For people who do ... | |
| leaking addition | 3/12/2008 |
| Q: We put on the tin roof with the ridges on our home last year, this past summer we built an addition ... A: You probably needed to remove the original metal panels, make sure your new underlayment worked ... | |
| How to repair a small hole in a metal roof | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a metal roof that has tar on top. Some of the metal has rusted now has a hole, how can I fix ... A: The right way to do it involves a lot of cleaning, a polymer mesh and an elastomeric coating. (Do a ... | |
| Flashing | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: it's me again. Just need your unbiased opinion on this. The day the roof went on, the mason who ... A: Good to hear from you. I hope you are doing well. We are doing fine though have had some winter ... | |
| leaky roof on mobile home | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: We have a 1986 single-wide mobile home (upper New York State) and the roof has no overhang ... A: Metal could be a good answer to this. It is low weight so that is helpful. There are some metal ... | |
| metal roof appearance | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: We are ready to go ahead with replacing our old cement tile roof with Gerard metal roof. Our HOA ... A: This is a tough one. As an industry we run into this on occasion. Usually showing the pictures will ... | |
| metal roofing | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: Todd.. I am a retired contractor that knows little about metal roofing. I have a building I would ... A: About the only question I can answer is that yes, I think you can do this. However, all of the ... | |
| flashing vents & skylites | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: existing comp roof on double wide, using either U panel or maxrib w/ 3/4" tall ribs. skylites have ... A: Skylights must be put up on curbs to do this correctly. Your roofing manufacturer should have ... | |
| roof leaks in a valley | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: i have gotten a lo† of good information from your comment. what i have is a roof leak in a valley. ... A: My guess would be that both valleys need repair but your contractor would be a better judge of that ... | |
| radiant barriers/bubbles/ | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: i have a few questions: should the radiant barrier (the reflective stuff) be installed under the ... A: I am sorry. I am confused. Have we corresponded before? I am not sure I understand what you are ... | |
| RIDGE VENT FOR METAL ROOF | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: Why does a metal roof have to have a ridge vent? Both the metal roof and my old house and on my new ... A: Proper ventilation is good for most houses (unless they have been designed to have no ventilation.) ... | |
| Stone coated steel roof repair | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: I just put on a new steel roof, then the solar heater guy walked on it and dented some of the ... A: I do not know that there is a good way to pull these dents shy of maybe putting a screw in them and ... | |
| Attic Temperature vs Outside | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: What is acceptable attic temperature when ambient outside temperature is arround 32F or lower A: To avoid ice damming on your roof and condensation in the attic, you really want to keep your attic ... | |
| Metal roof over shingles on brand new dwide | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: We recently had hail damage to our roof and adjuster is cutting a check. I was thinking of putting a ... A: Metal roofing is much lower weight than traditional shingles. Steel roofing weighs from 80 -125 ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: I am wanting to install the flat metal roofing on my carport and porch. My question is can it be ... A: There is a lot to your question, Jason. Some metal products can be installed over battens but some ... | |
| Roofing dilemma | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help with a roofing dilemma that has been a thorn in our side for the past year. ... A: These sort of building joints are almost always a problem. They can be made worse by ice and snow. I ... | |
| 2" gap in 17/32" osb decking | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a modular home with a 7/12 pitch roof with 30 year architectural shingles. Th ... A: Yes, the gap that is down from the ridge should be filled in. If the plan is to install ridge vent, ... | |
| Flashing | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: We recently purchased a house that has water damage around both chimneys. We were told that the ... A: It is best if the flashing can be inserted into the masonry of the chimney in some fashion. In my ... | |
| Attic Ventilation | 2/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1300 sq ft home built in between 1945 and 1955 in Phoenix, Arizona. I am reinsulating the ... A: Have you considered a powered fan connected to a humidistat and thermostat? Aside from that, I would ... | |
| old house, new metal shingle roof, new water problems | 2/12/2008 |
| Q: We live in a reasonably heavy winter snowfall area in an 1850s 3-storey house with a very steep main ... A: Diana, I think I can help shed some light on this but I have several questions and all in all it ... | |
| Attic Ventillation | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: Yet another Q or request for guidance. First some notes from this weekend work. Per your ... A: Having more soffit vent than ridge vent is acceptable. If there is insulation right up against the ... | |
| attic fans with automatic thermostat and humidistat | 2/10/2008 |
| Q: I recently had new insulation blown in and then put an attic fan in. It is controlled by an ... A: Steve, I do not have any sort of "chart" for this. I am a little surprised one did not come with ... | |
| rustic shingles | 2/9/2008 |
| Q: I am wanting to do a kitchen backsplash with metal shingles. I want them to be very old, rustic, ... A: You have two choices: buy new shingles and try to distress them or find some old shingles being ... | |
| Attic Ventilation | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: I'm in the process of writing up a contract on a to-be-built house. This house will have a hip roof ... A: Ventilation is to rid both heat AND moisture from an attic. The problem with power fans is that ... | |
| mold/rusty nails in attic | 2/6/2008 |
| Q: I went in to my attic & removed 7/16 osb board on floor to run wire to new light & found mold on the ... A: Don't ask me why or how but ventless gas heaters generate a lot of moisture. What you're seeing is ... | |
| metal roof | 2/6/2008 |
| Q: my garage is not insulated we have a metal roof screwed to osb then to 2x8 there is no way I can see ... A: I do not understand your construction exactly. I am sorry. However, ventilation requires intake and ... | |
| Roof vents | 2/5/2008 |
| Q: I had a new roof , and soffits put on 7 years ago. The roofer removed my mushroom vents, replaced ... A: The old mushroom vents were probably not doing much as they had no intake. So, they were pulling a ... | |
| slidding roof shingles | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: Can you at least tell me why they would be sliding off the roof. A: I am sorry ... I am a metal roofing expert not a standard shingle expert. There are several other ... | |
| metal roof | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: my garage is not insulated we have a metal roof screwed to osb then to 2x8 there is no way I can see ... A: You could run foam baffles up under the roof deck and try to add soffit and ridge vents to vent that ... | |
| dura-rib gauge | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I are looking at Dura-Rib standing seam panels, but the distributer our roofing ... A: If the product you are looking at is manufactured by Robertson, then technically it is not a ... | |
| Attic Condensation | 1/25/2008 |
| Q: Recently found heavy condensation on attic side of the roof boards. I found dust fibers trapped on ... A: My goal is to bathe the entire underside of the roof deck continuously with fresh air. Eave soffit ... | |
| Attic Condensation | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: Recently found heavy condensation on attic side of the roof boards. I found dust fibers trapped on ... A: Not knowing your home's exact construction, I do not feel overly confident answering any of your ... | |
| Attic Condensation | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: Recently found heavy condensation on attic side of the roof boards. I found dust fibers trapped on ... A: This is a pretty complex situation. I will try to shed some light. Condensation occurs when warm ... | |
| condensation in attic | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: I hope you can help me with this problem. We built our house ourselves. When we did our roof, we ... A: Condensation occurs when warm moist air hits a cool surface. Eliminating condensation involves ... | |
| attic ventilation | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a hip roof over a 1500 sq. ft. attic. I have soffit vents. On the back of the roof I have a ... A: I have no doubt that, when you run the power vent, it is pulling air from the static vents but also ... | |
| I cant see cobra ridge vent that was installed | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: I just had my roof done, a cobra ridge vent was to be installed. When i look at the roof from the ... A: From the attic, you should see a gap in the decking at the ridge of 3 - 5 inches in width and a ... | |
| metal roof - hail damage | 1/16/2008 |
| Q: Todd, I work for a large church that recently sustained severe hail damage to its roof.(hail stone ... A: Very interesting. Thanks for the additional info. Unless you see seams that have dented to the ... | |
| metal roof - hail damage | 1/16/2008 |
| Q: Todd, I work for a large church that recently sustained severe hail damage to its roof.(hail stone ... A: First of all, let me say that I am sorry to hear about the situation you're in. Unfortunately, I do ... | |
| STANDING SEAM RIDGE VENT | 1/15/2008 |
| Q: I am building a new house and contracting it myself.Big headache.Anyways I had a standing seam roof ... A: Not sure how much I can help but I will try. First of all, have you checked with the manufacturer ... | |
| roofing enclosed porch | 1/14/2008 |
| Q: I have an enclosed porch between a trailer house and a garage that is living space. I want to ... A: I probably do not know enought about your exact situation. Condensation occurs when warm moist air ... | |
| No cavity | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: I need some advice on insulating a little flat I have in my backyard as I wish to move in to it in a ... A: My concern is that you could, by starting to use this as a living space, end up with condensation ... | |
| chimney flange on metal roof | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: if you can help me i would be so grateful! my house has a metal roof and the flange around the ... A: Nina, is this work you want to do yourself? I obviously don't know your exact situation but I would ... | |
| ice bridge problem | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: i have a roof that is subject to water damage from something called an ice bridge. what can i do to ... A: Follow up question, Becky: Is this happening on a home that is not heated in the winter? That would ... | |
| Metal Roof Vent Ridge | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: Todd E. Miller Date: 1/16/2006 Subject: Metal Roof Ridge Vent Leak Question We have a metal gambrel ... A: Jack, There are many different ways ridge vents are done. Some manufactured, some made by the ... | |
| Attic Vents | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: I live in a Cleveland, Ohio development that is 2 years old. Last winter several neighbors had snow ... A: I am not real familiar with this type of situation. If the vents allowing in the snow are the roof ... | |
| metel roof | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: can a metal roof be installed over the pressed chip board. I also have to layers of shingles they ... A: As long as the OSB is in good shape, it should present a suitable fastening base. As far as going ... | |
| leaking dormer | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: I am grateful if you can help shed some light to this. I have a 3 story townhome in Houston and at ... A: Peter, I am sorry. I do not think I can be of much help. If you want to email photos (exterior) to ... | |
| Precipitiation VIA Ridge Vent | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a metal roof with a continuous ridge vent that I soon discovered had permitted leaves (and ... A: Mike, I am not sure how the ridge vent has been created. One product commonly used with metal ... | |
| Ridge Vent Covered By Snow | 12/22/2007 |
| Q: My house was recently re-shingled (architectural asphalt) and a low profile Cobra ridge vent was ... A: Your bathroom vents really should be vented through the roof to the outside rather than just into ... | |
| Roofing Vents | 12/13/2007 |
| Q: I am getting my roof replaced, in a 19yo home. What kind of vent should I get, is the question. I ... A: A great resource of information on proper home ventilation is www.airvent.com Basically, I like to ... | |
| metal roofing an A-frame house | 12/9/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I have been trying to find out the best way to put a metal roof on an A-frame. He ... A: Great to hear from you, Diane. I hope that new home in Montana goes well. I have several articles ... | |
| Metal Roofing Screw Replacement | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: I installed a galvalume metal roof in my Louisiana home about 12 years ago. It looks better than ... A: The screws used on these panels are available in a couple of diameters. If you replace the old ... | |
| leak in corrugated metal roof | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: We bought a small house in San Diego, originally from the '50s, which has a "screened-in porch". ... A: I am sorry but I do not have any answers for you. I am wondering how much of the water is getting in ... | |
| low pitched roofing / design style | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: I have a low pitched gravel roof that gets very dirty and looks bad. I am interested in a metal roof ... A: Not sure if you have emailed me for the metal roofing guide yet but if not I would love to send it ... | |
| low pitched roofing / design style | 12/2/2007 |
| Q: I have a low pitched gravel roof that gets very dirty and looks bad. I am interested in a metal roof ... A: If the roof is less than 3:12 pitch, which I suspect is the case, then your options with metal are ... | |
| powered roof ventilation | 12/1/2007 |
| Q: i too am a civil engineer. i live in a 1904 "foursquare" house with a hip roof and three hip ... A: Great questions. Thanks. Some roofing do have vented hip options. That could be helpful to you. I ... | |
| warranty for GERARD roofs | 11/29/2007 |
| Q: Why is the weather warranty available for 50 years and the coating only for 5?I could not get an ... A: I believe that the New Zealand company and the US company I referenced are no longer owned by the ... | |
| warranty for GERARD roofs | 11/29/2007 |
| Q: Why is the weather warranty available for 50 years and the coating only for 5?I could not get an ... A: While I have in the past seen some stone coated product warranties that had a couple of levels / ... | |
| rust in valleys | 11/27/2007 |
| Q: I am looking @ a cedar shack roof that was installed in 2004. All of the valleys are showing rust. ... A: It sounds to me like very poor quality valley metal was used. There is a fair chance that, as a ... | |
| Leaking roof-over | 11/24/2007 |
| Q: My home is a double-wide mobile with a room addition, total roof is 1796 sq. ft. incl. overhang per ... A: I really cannot answer most of yoru questions. I am sorry. I do not know how long the current roof ... | |
| low slope metal roof residential | 11/22/2007 |
| Q: we are planning to use a metal roof installed on a 10.25" SIP roof panel with a 1:12 slope. I would ... A: First of all, not all PBR panels can be used at that low of pitch. It depends upon the exact panel ... | |
| Venilation | 11/19/2007 |
| Q: Last month I had my old roof torn off and a new roof installed. I have noticed that my power ... A: What changes were made with the new roof? Color? Type of material? Changes in intake or exhaust ... | |
| Hail damage on metal roofs | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: I have a corrugated painted metal roof, which has several hail dents. Im not sure if it is aluminum ... A: I do not know what the original paint system is. However, from a practical standpoint, the best you ... | |
| Hail damage on metal roofs | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: I have a corrugated painted metal roof, which has several hail dents. Im not sure if it is aluminum ... A: If the paint does not show signs of being cracked or fractured, it should not chip or peel or be ... | |
| black residue | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: We have electric radiant heat - in our ceilings. the house was built in the 60's. my mom owned the ... A: Karen, I am sorry. I really do not have any good ideas on this. Radiant ceiling heat is normally ... | |
| roofing cost | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: I wrote you back on Sept 26 about my moms cabin. I liked the package of info you sent me. I was ... A: I understand. Thanks for the additional details. My company manufactures standing seam but it is a ... | |
| roofing cost | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: I wrote you back on Sept 26 about my moms cabin. I liked the package of info you sent me. I was ... A: Jay, Because of the potential for high snowloads, I would suggest our steel product, TimberCreek ... | |
| roofing cost | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: I wrote you back on Sept 26 about my moms cabin. I liked the package of info you sent me. I was ... A: Can you tell me where you're located? That will help me look at various options. Also, is the ... | |
| Roof | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: How do I explain this situation? The roof is about finished. I signed a contract for $5,494 which ... A: Anne, I am so sorry to hear about this. I am not sure what to say. As a businessperson, when I ... | |
| removing a metal roof | 11/7/2007 |
| Q: I need to know how to remove 12 foot interlocking panels on a metal roof that is on our house. We ... A: I apologize for messing up my first response. It's been a long day and I have a bad headache. ... | |
| 30 year shingle vs. Aluminum basic metal roof. Cost difference? | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: What can I expect to pay for a roof with 20 squares of 30 year architectural shingles vs. a basic ... A: Tim. First of all, as a manufacturer of aluminum roofing for residential applications, you can ... | |
| felt | 11/5/2007 |
| Q: I know I said that there would be no more questions, but I have one last concern. I just finished ... A: God has blessed me with opportunities which have allowed me to gain a great deal of knowledge of ... | |
| felt | 11/4/2007 |
| Q: I know I said that there would be no more questions, but I have one last concern. I just finished ... A: Most asphalt / fiverglass shingle roofs are installed on 15 lb felt or sometimes no felt. I have ... | |
| Checking roof ventilation before adding insulation | 11/3/2007 |
| Q: Todd, My house is a tri-level home built in the early sixties. There are no soffit vents on either ... A: The ideal attic ventilation for most homes is complete ridge vent and complete soffit vents.The goal ... | |
| polyglass vs. shingles | 11/3/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Miller, You may remember me, about a month ago I wrote volumes on making a decision between ... A: If the bumpouts are 3:12 then ice and water shield and shingles will be fine. Or you can insist on ... | |
| polyglass vs. shingles | 11/2/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Miller, You may remember me, about a month ago I wrote volumes on making a decision between ... A: By "Elk expert" are you referring to an employee of Elk? Regardless, I feel reasonably certain that ... | |
| galvalume Roof | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I live within 100 feet of the Atlantic Ocean. I was wondering if you had any experience with ... A: At a minimum look for galvalume which is at least AZ 50 quality if not AZ 55 The Kynar will be very ... | |
| metal roofing | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: Is it likely that me, with decent handyman skills could install metal roofing? I have one layer of ... A: Actually, steel over asphalt should get you a Class A though I do not know what exact codes may ... | |
| Ventilation of a screened in porch | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: I have a nice screened in porch. The ceiling is a the type of vinyl that has holes in it. The ... A: Ventilation is critical and there is so much here that I simply don't know about your home and its ... | |
| Ventilation of a screened in porch | 10/29/2007 |
| Q: I have a nice screened in porch. The ceiling is a the type of vinyl that has holes in it. The ... A: Depending upon the direction of the fan and / or the pitch of the fan blades, you will be either ... | |
| mobile home roofing systems | 10/28/2007 |
| Q: I have a 30 year old mobile that needs a new roof. I am planning to stay here for 30 years and need ... A: Both are very good in comparison to coatings of the past. Whereas a quality aluminum roof-over ... | |
| need fot battens | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a house with 1x8 roof decking as well as a portion with 5/8 plywood decking. I plan on ... A: First of all, always make sure that your installation methods are in keeping with the manufacturer's ... | |
| curved metal roofing | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: I have a client who is considering a curved (radiused) metal barrel vault roof for her home vs. a ... A: Wow. I really would not know what the framing expense would be. I am sure you probably have a good ... | |
| curved metal roofing | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: I have a client who is considering a curved (radiused) metal barrel vault roof for her home vs. a ... A: Not sure I understand. You mean a roof that is actually curved rather than coming to a point at the ... | |
| Install metal roof over wet shingles | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: It's raining (a major miracle here in Alabama) and my roof installer wants to put up a metal roof ... A: Unpainted has very high reflectivity initially but it will die down over time and lose some of that. ... | |
| roof efitincy | 10/24/2007 |
| Q: i plan to go with a metal roof on my house. is there a color that help keep the electric bill low. ... A: Any sort of insulation will be helpful. Light colors will be more reflective. However, there are ... | |
| Condensation | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: The system wouldn't let me post any more follow up questions and I do have one more. Thanks for all ... A: Yes, things like houseplants, cooking, unvented bathrooms, ventless gas fireplaces -- those all ... | |
| venting a wood to comp roof | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I am replacing an old wood roof. it will be decked and a comp roof installed. House has gable vents, ... A: The best thing you can do is eave vents and ridge vent. Anything else will be imperfect at best. I ... | |
| venting a wood to comp roof | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I am replacing an old wood roof. it will be decked and a comp roof installed. House has gable vents, ... A: Yes, this roof will be much hotter than in the past. Can you add eave soffit vents and then use a ... | |
| leak in a year old metal roof? | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I had a new roof installed about a year ago. In the last 6 months water damage has appeared in my ... A: This is sounding a lot like condensation. The ice and water shield is preventing moisture from ... | |
| leak in a year old metal roof? | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I had a new roof installed about a year ago. In the last 6 months water damage has appeared in my ... A: I read your follow up email as well. This sounds like a new leak or possibly a condensation issue. ... | |
| Metal roofing over singles | 10/17/2007 |
| Q: I am looking at installing a metal roof to replace an existing single roof. Can I install the metal ... A: Many of the metal roofs available today can be installed over existing shingles. Always use a layer ... | |
| fiberglass roof-3 season room | 10/17/2007 |
| Q: We built a 3 season room on our mobile home in the northwoods. We had fiberglass corrugated roofing ... A: I am not sure I entirely understand your situation. A couple of comments though ... Ventilation ... | |
| Onduline or Ondura roofing | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: I read your answer about this company as you mentioned a lawsuit against it. My onduline roof is 13 ... A: Without a doubt, do not do anything until you have the warranty / class action suit question ... | |
| metal roofing | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: We have a brand new cabin with a metal roof that has several minor scratches on it. How detrimental ... A: I assume this is a steel roof. Please let me know if not. The risk is that scratches will rust. ... | |
| Metal roof question | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: I am buying a house (built in 1940). I will close on Friday (Oct. 5, 2007). The original roof was ... A: First of all, metal is much lower weight than shingles. Not including any allowance for decking, ... | |
| roof vent | 9/27/2007 |
| Q: My sons home has cathedral ceilings in the built on family room. The roof is less than 10 years old ... A: This is a common problem with cathedral ceilings. His premature shingle failure is undoubtedly due ... | |
| metal roof | 9/26/2007 |
| Q: Todd My mom has a cabin in Grand County Colorado. The existing roof is asphalt shingles installed ... A: These are all great questions Jay. I have an article which answers all of these and many more. ... | |
| Tear off v/s Overlay before installing new metal roof | 9/25/2007 |
| Q: I am planning to a new roof to replace my 30 yrs old wood shingles roof. I have decided to go with ... A: Weight probably is not a big issue. There have been some anecdotal claims of increased fire risks ... | |
| turbines vs. ridge vents | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: have a 1950 house in Atlanta, GA., with gable vents and two turbine vents on the main part of the ... A: The concept of ridge venting is that it more completely "bathes" the underside of the roof deck with ... | |
| Venting metal roofs | 9/24/2007 |
| Q: There are three of us that have homes on the North Shore of Oahu Hawaii that need the roofs ... A: I apologize for not getting back with you sooner. I wanted to make sure I answered your questions ... | |
| Decra Tile Roof | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: I had a Decra Tile Roof installed about 18 years ago and now have fairly severe dry rot in the ... A: I have not heard of this before as being a problem with Decra roofs. I am inclined to think that, if ... | |
| 5V Crimp Installation Problem | 9/20/2007 |
| Q: A contractor just installed 5V crimp panels on my roof and put the screws in between the two ridges. ... A: The self adhering underlayment is good. However, putting the screws between the two close ribs is ... | |
| Tarpaper rating | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: This may sound like a stupid question to a professional roofer, but here goes. I am not asking ... A: Not a stupid question at all. Thanks for contacting me. I enjoyed your story. You have a smart ... | |
| dark spots/lines | 9/15/2007 |
| Q: What causes the dark areas(vertical and sporadic)on our roof? We have an average asphalt shingle ... A: This is actually a form of algae. Airborne spores which tend to be very common in moist climates ... | |
| Fixing a leaking roof that was an "add on" | 9/15/2007 |
| Q: I live in a 1996 singled-wide mobile home. About a year ago I had two 12 x 12 rooms built on to the ... A: First of all you must make sure that the metal roofing you purchase is appropriate for the pitch of ... | |
| solar roof vents | 9/14/2007 |
| Q: We're considering putting in 2 solar roof vents on about a 1500 sq.ft. house when we reroof. The ... A: I would share your concern with that, Mary. Assuming you have eave soffit vents, I would consider a ... | |
| old metal roofs | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: I live in Western Ma., and many my house has 12x18 metal roof panels, circa 1935. ... A: There were several companies that manufactured those "pressed tin" shingles back in the late 1800s ... | |
| snow guards | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: We have a metal roof (9" rib, 9/12 pitch, 26' eave length) and we're ready to put the snow guards ... A: I guess I have a few questions ... Why are you concerned about using snowguards? How heavy of a ... | |
| reroofing-ventilation | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: I am going to put a new roof on my 1875 1 1/2 story house-1340 sq ft. Currently I have gable vents ... A: Anne, I think you're doing fine. It is a little hard to follow all of the options but it sounds ... | |
| Condensation problem | 9/10/2007 |
| Q: I have a 40'x42' metal-roofed workshop that I have rented out for the past 12 years to woodworkers, ... A: Condensation occurs when warm moist air hits a cool surface. Now that this building is a living ... | |
| reroofing-ventilation | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: I am going to put a new roof on my 1875 1 1/2 story house-1340 sq ft. Currently I have gable vents ... A: The ridge and gable vent combination is better than nothing but certainly not ideal. I would love ... | |
| Metal Roof and its vents | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: I have a fireplace in my garage and the snow last winter has wiped out the chimmney stack and is ... A: There are various types of braces and diverters (known as "witch's hats" available to help keep this ... | |
| Cathedral Roof | 9/2/2007 |
| Q: I have Cathedral ceilings in my home and plan (need) a re-roof shortly. My current roof is 4/12 ... A: I do not see any problems with this and am glad you're adding a vapor barrier. Putting at least 1" ... | |
| whirly birds | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: how do whirly birds work? A: You need to have intake (soffit) vents in an attic and the turbines act as exhaust. The spinning ... | |
| re-roofing | 9/1/2007 |
| Q: We have a 1986 manufactured home (28x63) with approximately a 3 and 12 slope. The existing roof is 3 ... A: I applaud you on not wnating to stick the next owners with a bad roofing situation! I am unaware of ... | |
| Leaking Standing Seam Metal Roof Over Porch | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: Todd, I have a 1920 Colonial 4-corner brick home in Hampton, VA with a porch that wraps around 1/2 ... A: I really have no practical experience which helps me answer your questions. I am actually on the ... | |
| Leaking Standing Seam Metal Roof Over Porch | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: Todd, I have a 1920 Colonial 4-corner brick home in Hampton, VA with a porch that wraps around 1/2 ... A: I hate to say this but I fear you may end up putting more time and money into this roof than it is ... | |
| metal roofing | 8/22/2007 |
| Q: I have one room on my house that was added after the house was built and the roof is pretty flat I ... A: First of all, for that low of pitch you must use a mechanically seamed standing seam. This sort of ... | |
| Is vapor barrier necessary for a porch roof? | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: I am wondering if it really necessary to put down a vapor barrier under a tin roof for a ... A: A vapor barrier would be something like polyethylene installed usually beneath the decking so that ... | |
| meta roofing | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: I am installing a metal roof and have decided to fur the roof and was wondering if there is an ... A: You can use a rigid urethane foam board insulation. I would then put underlayment over the battens ... | |
| Is vapor barrier necessary for a porch roof? | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: I am wondering if it really necessary to put down a vapor barrier under a tin roof for a ... A: Judy, If you're certain that no one will ever want to turn this into an enclosed space AND you ... | |
| shed roof metal | 8/18/2007 |
| Q: Mr Miller, I am having constructed a 3/12 pitch shed roof attached to the side of my 2 story garage ... A: I understand better now what you are doing. Some metal roofs can be installed over rigid foam ... | |
| older hip roof ventilation | 8/13/2007 |
| Q: I recently bought a 25 yo house that has a hip roof. I'm thinking that the ventilation is ... A: Great observation on your part. Soffit vents act as intake. You could stand to have more of them ... | |
| metal roofing | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: WE are having a problem with condensation on certain walls in our home. We live in a double wide ... A: This sounds like a ventilation issue. I am guessing that when the new roof was installed something ... | |
| Time to replace composition roof with? | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: We have a 25 year old Timberline roof that needs replaced. The west facing side shows a good deal of ... A: I think metal is worthy of consideration. A great resource of info is www.metalroofing.com Also my ... | |
| venting | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: I have an older home (bungalow 1950ish) I bought 5 yrs ago. The previous owner had the roof replaced ... A: It's really hard for me to guess on this. It has so much to do with how all these vents are ... | |
| Water sheild over asphalt? | 8/7/2007 |
| Q: I am installing a 29 gauge classic rib painted steel roof. The roof now has solid 3 quarter deck, ... A: Are you thinking of a self-adhering product for the entire underlayment? I am not saying that that ... | |
| venting metal roof | 8/6/2007 |
| Q: Last winter my new metal roof frosted on the inside melted when the woodstove heated up and leaked ... A: I am so sorry. I was unclear. Been a long day. Normally the foam is used when venting is not an ... | |
| venting metal roof | 8/6/2007 |
| Q: Last winter my new metal roof frosted on the inside melted when the woodstove heated up and leaked ... A: Lee, I am sorry to hear of your troubles. I think you know the basics. Condensation occurs when ... | |
| Warpped metal ridge | 8/5/2007 |
| Q: We have a one year old standing seam metal roof on our new bedroom addition. It was installed by a ... A: I coule be wrong but I doubt this is due to expansion and contraction of the metal. I suspect that ... | |
| Metal Roof Screws | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: I would like a metal roof but can only afford the exposed screw style. I have heard the screws will ... A: There are quality screws available, even stainless steel screws, which will not rust and which will ... | |
| Re-roofing | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: My granpa has a mobile home, and he want to change the roof, it's compaund shingles, my question is ... A: The only person that could really provide an answer would be the manufacturer of the home. However, ... | |
| ridge vents in 4 seasons | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: I understand the benefits of a ridge vent and additional soffit vents to help cool a house in the ... A: First of all, ridge vent acts as an exhaust, You must have intake vents to feed it. It is best of ... | |
| Roofing double wide trailer | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: My mother has a double wide mobile home built in 1983 with its original roof, it has a slope of ... A: That pitch is too low for asphalt / fiberglass shingles. Most manufacturers will void their warranty ... | |
| cathedral condensation leak? | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: My ceiling is leaking inside down the walls from condensation in the winter only. I would like to ... A: There are different systems for doing this but condensation occurs when warm moist air hits a cool ... | |
| Round Rings on new roof | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: I just had a new roof installed. They had used ropes to secure themselves to the house. Which is ... A: While they are up there painting, ask them to re-seal them as well. All in all, leaving them in ... | |
| Eave troughs and metal roofs | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: I am installing a standing seam metal roof on my house,it is a steep slope roof. I live in the north ... A: I would leave them and see how things go. It is not a given that they will be torn off. If you do ... | |
| Metal roof screw problems | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: I have an 8-on-12 metal roof. 1X4 pine lathing, 1" wood master screws. My screws keep backing out. I ... A: I have to be honest. This is outside my area of metal roofing expertise. I work primarily with ... | |
| skylight in exist. metal roof | 7/29/2007 |
| Q: I'm looking to put a skylight in my existing standing seam 1:1 metal roof. Joists are at 24" cc. ... A: Here's the problem ... to properly install a skylight in a metal roof, the surrounding roof panels ... | |
| Round Rings on new roof | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: I just had a new roof installed. They had used ropes to secure themselves to the house. Which is ... A: It sounds like these are tie-off hooks stuck into the roof deck to help with safety. I would ... | |
| Low Slope Flat Roof -Insulation and Ventilation | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: I live in Winnipeg Canada and have a tar and gravel low pitch flat roof (2/12) that is over 50 years ... A: Interesting situation. Ventilation requires intake and exhaust. Normally intake is with eave soffit ... | |
| poor workmanship on metal roof being installed | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: We have a lot of concerns about the quality of the work now being done on our roof. I will try to ... A: You have clearly identified some obvious problems and areas of poor workmanship. Will the things you ... | |
| Rust? Galvanic reaction 'twixt Fe and Al? | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: Todd, I am researching metal roofing in preparation for replacing the 20-year old asphalt shingles ... A: Today's quality steel roofing goes through several steps to ensure corrosion resistance. Ultimately, ... | |
| sealing to a metal roof | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: I am about to put a vent through a metal roof and was wondering how to obtain a proper seal? A: I am not sure what type of vent you are talking about. For round pipes, Dektite flashings work very ... | |
| Metal roof helping with cooling and heating | 7/22/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1947 brick 1˝ story house in southern Ontario, Canada. In the upper story, there are knee ... A: I would strongly suggest cross-battening -- putting down vertical battens first and then horizontal ... | |
| Drip edge installation | 7/22/2007 |
| Q: Hopefully you can shed some light on my problem. I chose you because you have experience with metal ... A: Normally on drip edge, you would nail only through the roof surface -- into the roof deck. Nailing ... | |
| Drip edge installation | 7/22/2007 |
| Q: Hopefully you can shed some light on my problem. I chose you because you have experience with metal ... A: I have never seen or heard of this happening and, frankly, what you have done here is done on ... | |
| New Metal Tile Roof | 7/17/2007 |
| Q: Todd, I live in the San Antonio, TX area and am planning on building a new home this Fall. I'm going ... A: The primary manufacturers of stone coated steel roofing are: Decra / Tasman Gerard / Dura Loc Metro ... | |
| 2/12 pitch metal roof | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: I am putting on a dura-rib type metal roof (not standing seam) on a 2/12 pitch. I put down one layer ... A: I would use at least a 6" overlap between courses of felt and a 24" end overlap if end laps are ... | |
| Polyfoam, UDL, Metal Sheeting - burn out? | 7/13/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Miller, I am currently helping my father to install a new roofing system on his doublewide ... A: I think this sounds like a solid plan. The UDL is quite durable and long lasting. I would not worry ... | |
| Metal Roof / Dehumidifier | 7/11/2007 |
| Q: I have a metal roof with very little ventilation / not enough. Due to the structure I can not ... A: You obviously understand what is happening ... warm moist air is gathering in the attic and ... | |
| roof venting | 7/7/2007 |
| Q: My current roof has turbine vents (3) along with soffit vents. I am needing to replace the shingles ... A: Good ventilation will make your home more energy efficient and, in northern climates, less prone to ... | |
| metal roof | 7/5/2007 |
| Q: We had a metal roof put on our addition to the house last Dec. It has not leak until yesterday when ... A: Can you send me pictures both from the outside and inside so I can have an idea of what you have? My ... | |
| metal roofing | 6/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a very leaky (possibly homemade) metal roof on a very old house. I need a new roof. I would ... A: In most cases I would advise against putting metal over an existing metal. Weight is not so much the ... | |
| sprayfoam on roof sheathing | 6/26/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Miller,I have a doublewide mobile in need of a new roof. I've been talking with a contractor on ... A: What you're doing will be very effective as far as keeping your home cooler in hot weather, I ... | |
| Metal Roof redux | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: Wow Mr. Miller; that was so fast, and on Father’s Day, no less. Thanks for your quick response. ... A: The underdeck systems I have seen are metal and to some degree have a lot in common with metal ... | |
| spray painting roof | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: Is there a process to spray paint a light grey shingle roof black? Is there a process to do this? A: There are various elastomeric coatings that have been used for this. For a few years, there was a ... | |
| New Commercial Metal Building | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: Todd- I am a new developer of a restaurant chain in Myrtle Beach, SC. My contractor advised me to ... A: Sounds like an exciting project you have going. So did you do the all metal construction? Was there ... | |
| cooler attic: what to install? | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: Sir/Madam, 1. is cost justified to install ridge vents on a 2 stories/4000 square feet/4 years old ... A: I am always a believer in ventilation that takes advantage of convective airflow rather than powered ... | |
| tarping roof | 6/9/2007 |
| Q: im having my roof replaced today the man says he can only do it on the weekends so it will take two ... A: Ice and watershield as well as 30-pound felt paper, provided they are installed properly, can ... | |
| reroofing | 6/8/2007 |
| Q: I want to re-roof my house with 30-yr architectural shingles. Our house is a 44' x 16' ranch with a ... A: If you go over your existing shingles with new shingles, you can leave the current drip edge. ... | |
| new roof | 6/8/2007 |
| Q: Todd- I live in the Dallas area and due to a recent hail storm am in need of a new roof. I ... A: For a quality metal roof, in the metroplex, I would expect to pay about 2 - 3 times the cost of ... | |
| metal roof | 6/6/2007 |
| Q: We are getting ready to install a metal roof on our home. Someone told my husband we should put a ... A: Soffit vents act as intake. You need to have a ridge vent as exhaust. I would suggest one of the ... | |
| metal roof | 6/6/2007 |
| Q: We are getting ready to install a metal roof on our home. Someone told my husband we should put a ... A: Well, now, that depends. How good is your hearing? Just kidding. With most metal roofs I would not ... | |
| standing seam roofing with gutters? | 6/4/2007 |
| Q: I have a standing seam roof. I need gutters badly,but, would like ones similar to Leaf Guard. Is it ... A: It really depends upon how the bottom eave edge of the roof has been finished. It may be difficult. ... | |
| ROOFING AND VENTILATION | 6/3/2007 |
| Q: SINCE OCTOBER 2006 HAVE OWNED A SPLIT LEVEL HOME BUILT IN 1951. THE OUTSIDE OF THIS HOUSE HAS ... A: I would suggest running out vents / fans from the high muidity areas of your home -- bathrooms and ... | |
| deck roofing | 6/1/2007 |
| Q: I am concidering placing a roof over my deck and was looking for the best material for shade and to ... A: In my experience, Ondura performs very poorly. It used to be sold under the name Onduline and was ... | |
| Hail or no Hail | 5/31/2007 |
| Q: I have had two roofers tell me that I have hail damage. My insurance (not NW INS) tells me no hail ... A: I have never before herad of anyone making that gutter / roof connection to determine hail damage. ... | |
| metal roof ridge venting | 5/28/2007 |
| Q: I just had a metal roof installed over a previous shingle roof. The ridge was cut in 5 places to ... A: The simple answer to this is "probably". I am not entirely sure what was done. Does the vent have ... | |
| Venting Attic in Steep Sloped Home | 5/20/2007 |
| Q: Todd, I will be re-shingling my home this spring and was wondering how much venting I need and if I ... A: Proper venting requires intake vents and exhaust vents. A good way to do this while taking advantage ... | |
| metal roof ridge vent | 5/10/2007 |
| Q: we have had a metal roof installed and have several oaks nearby our house that drop leaves ... A: This does not sound right. Some debris sounds reasonable but not a lot of debris. Can you contact ... | |
| What to do with rust stains from cutting | 5/10/2007 |
| Q: I came across your forewarning about cutting metal roofing with "carbide" or other such metal ... A: You can start by just using a sponge and washing with mild detergent and water or even TSP ... | |
| 'period' roof options | 5/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a New England house built in 1920. Although it is a 2-story, it has a lot of arts and crafts ... A: I would think that a wood shake or wood shingle look would be very appropriate for this style Have ... | |
| skylights in metal roofing | 5/7/2007 |
| Q: I am having a metal roof installed. I currently have a skylight but the roofer said the skylight ... A: This does depend a bit upon the profile of metal roof you are having installed. However, generally ... | |
| venting low pitched cathedral roof | 5/4/2007 |
| Q: I live in upstate NY and have been asked to remedy a low pitched cathedral roof section that has ... A: Not sure I understand exactly. Have you ever seen any of the vented drip edge product? That might be ... | |
| drip edge for arched roof | 5/1/2007 |
| Q: We have a section of roof over a cantilevered section that is about 13 feet wide and 2 1/2 feet ... A: Stacy, I have heard of flexible vinyl drip edges but I just did some googling and cannot locate ... | |
| roof | 4/30/2007 |
| Q: I've changed my roof from wood shingles to comp. But forgot to vent my cathedral roof which is ... A: sorry to hear about your problems. How do you like Kodiak? Have you always lived there? First of ... | |
| minimum roof slope - metal roof | 4/29/2007 |
| Q: Miller, I have a question regarding the minimum roof slope for non-structural, residential, metal ... A: Yikes. I am sorry to hear this. There are several scenarios that could have led to this. Chances ... | |
| patching little wholes on a metal roof | 4/25/2007 |
| Q: I have a metal roof that has a few little holes maybe 1/4". dia. and a few big holes where old stove ... A: Clean the roof well. Plug minor holes with butyl rubber sealant (caulk). Pop rivet metal patches ... | |
| global shingles | 4/24/2007 |
| Q: I have been told that Global shingles are inferior and that I should replace them or shingle over ... A: I believe that the company to which you're referring is Globe, not Global. I believe that they are ... | |
| convrete barrel roof tile | 4/24/2007 |
| Q: WE are about to enter into a contractfor a home built in 1974 with a concrete barrel tile roof. ... A: This is a very good question. There are many variables involved but I will try to give you some ... | |
| 2nd layer shingles | 4/23/2007 |
| Q: Our 1st shingle layer iscurling slightly and is deteriorating in spots. It is only 7 years old. The ... A: A second layer of shingles is not unusual. However, there are some drawbacks ... A third layer is ... | |
| roof vents vs. fans | 4/23/2007 |
| Q: I see from earlier posts that you believe attic fans are far superior to simple attic vents. But ... A: A solar powered fan would be fine and in my experience they will be cheaper than a wired one. ... | |
| New 5-V over Old 5-V | 4/22/2007 |
| Q: Six months ago I installed Galvalume 5-V on a deck roof. Unfortunately, with the reflecting sun, ... A: Ultimately, I am not the best person to answer this because I do not manufacture or work with 5V. I ... | |
| aluminum roofing | 4/15/2007 |
| Q: I am building a playhouse. For the roof I plan to wrap aluminum sheets over T-11 siding. The ... A: I would be dubious of whether this will be a real long term roof but, with a playhouse, that ... | |
| Fastener Location on metal roofing | 4/12/2007 |
| Q: Todd, I am getting ready to install metal roofing over my old shingles. I will be nialing down ... A: I am sorry. What I was trying to say is that, yes, that is okay and in fact is the method prescribed ... | |
| Fastener Location on metal roofing | 4/12/2007 |
| Q: Todd, I am getting ready to install metal roofing over my old shingles. I will be nialing down ... A: I am a little surprised by the response from the manufacturer. The normal recommendation is to ... | |
| install turbine vent on corrugated metal roof | 4/12/2007 |
| Q: we are building an 8 x 8 foot chicken coop using left over metal siding for the roof, as well as the ... A: You need to use a flexible pipe flashing for metal roofing such as what can be seen here: ... | |
| Carport roof condensation | 4/8/2007 |
| Q: I have open carports with metal roofs. We have a condensation problem and the water drips on top of ... A: As I am sure you have noticed, this problem is worse in some seasons than others. There is no easy ... | |
| Commercial Flat Roof | 4/8/2007 |
| Q: I turned in a claim on my commercial bulding in Cleburne, TX. The first adjuster told me I had no ... A: There would be no definitive way to determine this unless inspections had been performed between the ... | |
| new roof for barn needed | 4/5/2007 |
| Q: I have an outbuilding that needs a new roof. It consists of a large garage with attached stables. ... A: Dee, I have an article I would like to send to you which explains the various types of metal ... | |
| Leaking ridge vent | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: We are building a house on the beach and are ready for insulation & sheetrock. The roof is a 12/10 ... A: It appears to me that this may be installed incorrectly. This definitely is not normal. I am a firm ... | |
| Attic Venting - Ridge Vent | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: I have a hip style roof that has continuous soffit vents but no ridge vent. There is a temperature ... A: A great source of info for home venting is www.airvent.com Since the roof is hip, I assume you do ... | |
| roofing | 4/1/2007 |
| Q: Which colors of asphalt shingles would be best on a roof. Do the darker colors make the residence ... A: Darker colors will have a negative impact on summer cooling loads. However, if your home is properly ... | |
| Need new roof | 3/26/2007 |
| Q: My roof is 22 years old, it has started to leak a little around the fireplace chimney area but we ... A: My expertise is with metal roofing. If you're interested in that, good sources of info are ... | |
| SSR Installation | 3/26/2007 |
| Q: I am about (within next week) to have a SSR installed over a 30' by 40' addition. the slope will be ... A: First of all, Fabral is a good company. I believe that the profile you are having installed is ... | |
| Tin vs. shingle roof on a log home | 3/18/2007 |
| Q: We are researching log homes and would like to compare R-values, etc. between shingles and tin ... A: True R Value is based upon thermal mass. Neither standard shingles nor metal roofing have much ... | |
| roofing materials poison cats? | 3/12/2007 |
| Q: Roofers on house. Dry cat food kept out in backyard underneat a pingpong table...Recently one cat ... A: There is nothing overtly toxic about the materials being used I would not think. However, I am sure ... | |
| Ice formation on one side of the roof attick | 3/7/2007 |
| Q: Sir, I have noticed condensation and ice formation only on one side of the roof attic. There are ... A: Avoiding problems like this requires at leats 2 of 3 things: 1) A vapor barrier behind the ceilings ... | |
| Removal of Metal Roof | 3/4/2007 |
| Q: I have consented to removing an older storage building but when attempting to remove the metal roof, ... A: It is going top be very hard to do this in a way that would allow re-assembly of the roof. One ... | |
| medal roof covering | 2/25/2007 |
| Q: todd i would like to cover my medal roof with rubber or shingles.I was told i could shingle right ... A: As a general answer, I would say "no," don't do this. That said, could there be a specific set of ... | |
| leaky roof | 2/19/2007 |
| Q: It snowed on Thursday now it Sunday and the roof is leaking. The roof has a 5 pitch made of asphalt ... A: First of all, to avoid attic or house condensation issues, things like that need to be vented to the ... | |
| Guttering | 2/1/2007 |
| Q: I have guttering on the north side of my house that keeps freezing with winter weather. It has ... A: I would definitely line the gutters and downspouts with heat tape. As far as putting it on the roof, ... | |
| A New Roof | 1/31/2007 |
| Q: We need a new roof. I would like your opinion on what is best. I have no ideas. We live in N.C. we ... A: It sounds like you may have some problems with a lack of adequate attic ventilation. A good roofing ... | |
| Cold roof condesation - please help! | 1/15/2007 |
| Q: We live in a newly built house (2005) in London, England. Our minimum winter temperature is ... A: Your construction (flat roof) is much different than what I normally work with but I will tell you ... | |
| new construction metal roof | 1/14/2007 |
| Q: I am trying to find out the advantage of having hidden fastener system on my roof vs. having a ... A: If you email me at tmiller@classicroof.com I have an article I will email back to you. However, ... | |
| venting flat roof | 1/10/2007 |
| Q: we have a flat roof no over-hang in front or back, has 2" slope one way two story on each side. 12" ... A: Unfortunately, things like this are always a little unpredictable. There are so many variables. How ... | |
| Metal roof for a Barn | 1/9/2007 |
| Q: A landowner of a landmarked house and barn would like to know if a metal roof for the circa 1900 ... A: Hand-crimped standing seam would not have been unusual at all on barns back when this one was built. ... | |
| Aluminum or Galvalum | 1/7/2007 |
| Q: I'm building a home on the intercoastal waterway in Florida and am interested in installing a ... A: First of all, you must understand that my business is based on the production of primarily aluminum ... | |
| roofing leaks at collars and pipes | 1/5/2007 |
| Q: I live in Gulfport Mississippi. After Hurricane Katrina hit, we all had major roof damage and ... A: Christine, Because I am on the manufacturing end and not the installation end of roofing this is a ... | |
| need advice/what to do about bogus company | 12/23/2006 |
| Q: Good morning! MY name is eric mejia and I am writing this e mail on behalf of my parents. I recently ... A: Eric, I am sorry to hear about your ongoing problems. Firts of all, I would solicit legal help to ... | |
| RETRO FITTING GAMBRIL ROOF | 12/16/2006 |
| Q: GOING TO BUY SKI HOME IN NORTHERN MICH. HAD ONE BUILT IN SAME AREA 40 YRS AGO AND THE ONE I'M ... A: First of all, I cannot make any comments regarding the structural basis of the home. Specifically, I ... | |
| Skylight flashing new metal roof | 12/16/2006 |
| Q: I have a contractor putting a metal roof over an existing asphalt shingle roof. Skylights were ... A: Ultimately, this question needs to be answered by the roofing manufacturer as they should have ... | |
| 5V metal roof | 12/11/2006 |
| Q: Todd, I have found a local installer, who is a member of the metal roofing alliance, and a local ... A: John, Thanks for your questions. To get the article on metal roofing, you can download it by ... | |
| roof ventlialtion | 12/11/2006 |
| Q: complete rip off & re-roof of asphalt shingle roof. Currently have roof mounted attic fan...roofer ... A: A ridge vent is very effective for exhaust and it can be fine to replace a powered fan. However, it ... | |
| condensation woes... | 12/11/2006 |
| Q: Sir, in the spring when the weather moderates a bit I am considering coating the roof with a product ... A: I am sorry ... did not understand that this still had the original roof. You have made the home ... | |
| condensation woes... | 12/11/2006 |
| Q: Sir, over the past 9 months I have been doing a complete remodel of my 1970 S.W. mobile home.(12X70) ... A: Audie, It sounds like you have a very good grasp on what causes condensation. It sounds like you ... | |
| metal roofing | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: I built a 24X24 barn with a 9/12 pitch roof. I am trying to decide on whether to install a metal ... A: Asphalt is probably easier because materials and installation instructions are more readily ... | |
| Metal Roof | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: Can I optain a bond in case it is needed for future repairs if the roofer will not return my calls ... A: I do not know much about bonds. But right off hand I would sya it would be very difficult to get a ... | |
| Metal Roof | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: I need to find a metal roof consultant to inspect a newly installed metal roof - as I have some ... A: Unfortunately I do not know anyone in the Orlando area. However, here are my suggestions, in order ... | |
| attic and roof | 12/2/2006 |
| Q: My attic is a full walk-in attic atop a four square house. The ceiling runs from the floor to the ... A: I would not. A lack of ventilation will result in a possible accumulation of moisture which may ... | |
| Leaks from a Metal Mansard Roof | 12/1/2006 |
| Q: I have a metal shingled Mansard roof on the front of my house. It is in fairly bad shape and water ... A: I am sorry. I want to help you but I just do not feel that I know enough. Can you send me pictures ... | |
| Roof leak: False gable, ridge vent, or both? | 11/27/2006 |
| Q: My first-story attic crawl abutting second-story exterior wall is leaking from wind-driven rain, ... A: I am not sure how much I can help you. Sure, it is possible that air and potentially water are being ... | |
| new metal roof leaks | 11/27/2006 |
| Q: I have recently had a new metal roof put on. The roof is letting moisture through at various ... A: I am sorry to hear this. First of all, keep in communication with the installer as they ahve ... | |
| Installing Metal Roofing | 11/26/2006 |
| Q: I am going to have a metal roof installed on my house. I would like to do the work myself, but have ... A: The first step is in determining what sort of metal roof you want. Then you need to source a product ... | |
| rolled roof versus shingles | 11/20/2006 |
| Q: I have a 2 car garage attached to the side of a high ranch with low pitch roof with just a 12/2 ... A: Under no circumstances would I ever use a product on a roof pitch lower than its manufacturer ... | |
| Working on metal roof | 11/20/2006 |
| Q: I have a question about working safely on metal roofs. I have a 6/12 pitched roof that I need to ... A: First of all, I would consider hiring a metal roofing contractor to do the work, preferably one ... | |
| Placement of screws on vertical sheet metal roof | 11/9/2006 |
| Q: I am looking at a roofing job on a house I am getting ready to buy. The metal roofing is fastened ... A: Sounds like it has a 5V Crimp or similar metal panel. This is the low end of metal roofing. The ... | |
| Roofing | 11/8/2006 |
| Q: How do I measure the roof in order to buy the rite amount of roofing shingles. I working on A two ... A: Standard shingles are sold by the "bundle" usually which is approximately 33 square feet of ... | |
| decra metal roof underlayment | 11/8/2006 |
| Q: residential re-roof tile tear-off reroof with decra brand metal tile, need to use [versa shield] is ... A: Versa Shield is not self-adhering. It is a fire-rated underlayment. Personally, I question how well ... | |
| Roofing underlayment | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: I am looking to do over my roof next spring. I have a contemporary log home in New England. I have a ... A: You will not find anything with much R Value since R value measures resistance which requires ... | |
| Copper drip edge with Alum. wrapped fascia | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: I'm having copper gutters installed and copper drip edge on roof replacement. My roofer just noticed ... A: You will want to separate the two materials from direct contact with building paper or roofing ... | |
| Venting a house/porch overhang | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: I have a multi-level brick fascia/siding house. On the front of the house on the ground level there ... A: The purpose of ventilation is to avoid a build-up of excessive heat and / or moisture / ... | |
| Metal Repacement Roof and Ventillation | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: I am looking to replace the roofing on my house and I am considering a metal roof system. I ... A: It would be best if you can continue with the soffit and ridge vent combination. Any manufacturer of ... | |
| tin v-drain roof | 11/6/2006 |
| Q: We currently have a single roof and I want to put v-drain 26 gauge tin roof. My roofer suggested ... A: First of all, make sure that you have and follow instructions from the roofing manufacturer. That is ... | |
| Metal Roofing over shingles | 11/5/2006 |
| Q: I am remodeling an old home. We tore off the dormer and whole front of roofing and replaced with ... A: Provided the decking is sound, the shingles are not badly curled, and there are no structural issues ... | |
| vent for metal roof | 11/3/2006 |
| Q: I live in central Texas, am installing a UPN panel metalroof over single layer of comp roof. ... A: I am not sure what you mean by "vented closuer" but I will tyr to help. With ventilation, you need ... | |
| insulation | 11/1/2006 |
| Q: i have a 16x20 metal frame,metal sheeted building that i would like to insulate..what would be the ... A: Spray-on polyiso insulation is a good choice because water vapor cannot pass through it. A less ... | |
| roofing | 10/29/2006 |
| Q: do i need to put anything except felt under just plain old tin roofing A: First of all, you need to see what building codes require in your area. They may require a self ... | |
| Applying Metal Roofing on Asphat Shingles w/ Moss | 10/28/2006 |
| Q: We hired a company to replace the asphalt roof on our cottage with metal roofing. The asphalt ... A: I have worked with residential metal roofing for 25 years. I have been involved with thousands of ... | |
| Standing Seam or Metal ribbed galvalum | 10/25/2006 |
| Q: Sir, I live in SE North Carolina and have been interviewing installers to replace my asphalt shingle ... A: Frank, A screw-through roof has a shorter life than a true standing seam. I have no clue what the ... | |
| Mansard roof, ventilation and ridge vent | 10/23/2006 |
| Q: I looking for improving my mansard roof's ventilation. I am not sure if the soffit have a clear ... A: You are correct in that you need intake and exhaust in order to be effective. Ridge vent alone is ... | |
| Eave venting for a historic home | 10/23/2006 |
| Q: One last question if I may - A local elderly second generation roofer told me that I ... A: There may be some truth to what the old timer told you though I have never seen it proven or ... | |
| Eave venting for a historic home | 10/23/2006 |
| Q: I didn't know it would be possible to add a vent to the top of a porch roof. I have two excellent ... A: Really it just sort amounts to being half of a ridge vent. Products like Cor-A-Vent or Cobra-Vent ... | |
| Installing metal roof, roof boards have old nails in them | 10/23/2006 |
| Q: I'm about to install some metal roofing on a utility shed. I've stripped off the old cedar shakes, ... A: Sounds like a good project and you're doing everything well. Just put down the underlayment over ... | |
| Eave venting for a historic home | 10/22/2006 |
| Q: I should have mentioned that the house is built of 18" thick stone outer walls, so there aren't any ... A: The goal with ventilation is to get as complete of air exchanges as possible. Imagine wnating to ... | |
| Eave venting for a historic home | 10/21/2006 |
| Q: I must replace the roof on my house. It was built in 1790, and is both a state and federal ... A: You have been given some correct information. Old houses typically have been "loose" enough in ... | |
| Shed Dormer Guttering System? | 10/17/2006 |
| Q: I have a "shed dormer" (the roof of the dormer runs the same way as the main roof on the house). ... A: I definitely would slope the gutter one way on the shed roof and just run the downspout down over ... | |
| retrofit residential low slope metal roof | 10/17/2006 |
| Q: We need a new roof on our old house. It has 20 year old asphalt shingles and we would like a metal ... A: You know, it's probably easy for contractors to figure you do not get much rain there so you don't ... | |
| Leak near chimney | 10/13/2006 |
| Q: We noticed last night that their is a leak near our chimney during a rain storm. What first caught ... A: This problem is probably one of two things: 1) A flashing problem -- either done incorrectly to ... | |
| medal roofing | 10/9/2006 |
| Q: what is the most popular color of medal roofing to put on brown brick home? A: I really do not know of anyone who has collected that info. I would suggest getting color samples ... | |
| A-Frame house with Cathedral ceiling roof venting | 10/6/2006 |
| Q: I am remodeling my A-frame house located in Central Vermont. the construction is a very simple 2x8 ... A: 1) Soffit-ridge ventilation removes excess heat and moisture from the house. Your condensation is ... | |
| ridge vents in cold weather | 10/5/2006 |
| Q: in cold weather in the Washington DC area (20-40 degrees) do you need more insulation in the attic ... A: In cold weather, you want to accomplish two things. Keep the home warmer and the attic cooler. ... | |
| metal roof install | 10/2/2006 |
| Q: Can or should I install a metal roof directly on the asphalt shingles, of do I have to do a tear ... A: Many residential metal roofing products can go over one layer of old shingles. Going over two layers ... | |
| tin roof on woodshed | 10/1/2006 |
| Q: One more follow up: someone at a hardware store suggested that I need some 'felt' between the tin ... A: When metal is installed over solid decking, then underlayment is important such as 30-pound felt. ... | |
| Metal Roofing that is leaking | 10/1/2006 |
| Q: Recently we built an addition to an existing "salt box" type house with a simple sloped roof that ... A: My guess is that there may be a leak higher up on the old roof which resulted in water that was ... | |
| Aluminium Roofing | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: I have been reading a lot about metal roofing recently and today I met with a local metal roofing ... A: I am not sure if you saw this in my profile or not but I must let you know that I am President of ... | |
| Installing metal roof panels | 9/28/2006 |
| Q: I am building a small storage building (10x12) with 5/12 pitch roof that will have OSB decking. Can ... A: A layer of underlayment, such as 30 pound felt, should go on top of the OSB. Most metal roofs would ... | |
| tin roof on woodshed | 9/26/2006 |
| Q: I've purchased 26"x8' tin roof pieces for my woodshed roof. How much overlap do I need and how do ... A: Bill, First of all, find some installation instructions for the type of metal panels you have. ... | |
| How to pick a good roofer | 9/26/2006 |
| Q: This is gonna be a good one.....I live in Huntsville, Alabama and am having trouble finding a roofer ... A: Periods after storms are always very hard times to get a quality job. Unfortunately, no, I do not ... | |
| Condisation under roof. | 9/26/2006 |
| Q: I have a screened in porch with a tin roof that has a slight slope away from the trailer. I sealed ... A: Probably not much shy of dramatically changing the construction to provide a ventilated and ... | |
| Metal roofing under deck roof | 9/23/2006 |
| Q: Building a cabin in the N. Ga mountains. On the walk in level we have a screen porch adjoined by a ... A: It would be difficult and not real attractive to use metal roofing for this. I would check into ... | |
| Install a chimney | 9/23/2006 |
| Q: Put steel roof on camp last fall. Am now ready to install the chimney and flue and have no ... A: Just email direct to me at tmiller@classicroof.cm The chimney and flue are new? In other words, ... | |
| Roofing insurance | 9/23/2006 |
| Q: I WANTED TO KNOW, WHERE CAN I GET ROOFING INSURANCE? OR WHERE CAN I GET SOME INFORMATION ABOUT ... A: The National Roofing Contractors Association will have some info though the roofing contractors ... | |
| Skylight for low pitch roof | 9/15/2006 |
| Q: I am not sure this is the right place to ask this but here it goes: I have a 2 pitch roof and have a ... A: I do not believe that "brand" is the question. Due to your low roof pitch, it should be a "curbed" ... | |
| Metal Roofing Underlayment | 9/15/2006 |
| Q: I am going to be putting a snap loc standing seam roof on my home which has a 12/12 pitch. My ... A: First thing first, you need to make sure that the manufacturer of your roofing is okay with this ... | |
| low pitch roof | 9/13/2006 |
| Q: Followup To Question - I have a 12/2 roof with 3 tab that is leaking. I am replacing it. Do I go ... A: I am really sorry. I mis-read your original question. I thought you were referring to GAF shingles. ... | |
| Metal roofing over old asphalt shingles? | 9/13/2006 |
| Q: Is it okay to put metal roofing over older asphalt shingles in Maine? Is it true bacteria , etc can ... A: This is a pretty common thing to do. Underlayment should be installed over the existing shingles ... | |
| silver coating for flat roof | 9/12/2006 |
| Q: I have leaks in my flat roof. I got estimates from 4 different roofing companies. 1 said I need a ... A: The silver coat should help keep the building underneath cooler in warm weather. It also will ... | |
| metal roof over top shingles | 9/12/2006 |
| Q: Is it practical to place over shingles. Please give answer. A: Metal roofing is much lower weight than traditional shingles. This helps allow installation over old ... | |
| Grace Ice/water shield vs 30lb felt | 9/12/2006 |
| Q: cooling efficiency based on roofing colour, had my suspicions confirmed (lighter is better where I ... A: Self adhering ice and water membranes are good, especially for ice damming. It sounds like your ... | |
| adding more insulation to attic, venting question | 9/12/2006 |
| Q: the installers installed new vents on both sides of the house plus there are soffit vents that run ... A: Proper attic ventilation requires intake and exhaust. Right now your sifft vents are bringing in air ... | |
| metal roofing | 9/11/2006 |
| Q: We are putting a new roof on an 1870's home. Generally impressed by raised seam metal roofs but have ... A: I am not aware of anyone making an integral roof / gutter combination and that would concern me due ... | |
| Metal Roof | 9/10/2006 |
| Q: Why is it OK to apply a metal roof over an existing roof? How does one know the condition of the ... A: By all means, before proceeding, a visual inspection of the roof should be done, including inside ... | |
| Metal Roof | 9/10/2006 |
| Q: Todd, We are getting ready to do a remodel to a house we bought. It currently has an asphalt ... A: Due to potential issues with wind uplift, people walking on the roof, snow, or ice, I would not let ... | |
| Basketball hoop on my roof | 9/9/2006 |
| Q: Todd, I have a basketball backboard and hoop mounted to my roof, and I would like to keep it there. ... A: I do not know what their reference to underlayment is all about. Generally, unless you were to ... | |
| Remove wood shake before metal roofing? | 9/9/2006 |
| Q: I am ready to reroof my wood shake roof. I had intended to go with a Gerard metal roof, leaving my ... A: This is a fairly common procedure, accepted by code. I feel it works well and, yes, creating a ... | |
| low slope roofing | 9/9/2006 |
| Q: I have a 2 in 12 tar and gravel roof that is 20 plus years old and in need of replacing. I live in ... A: The key is to install only a product which is approved by its manufacturer for that pitch. I do not ... | |
| dead valley | 9/9/2006 |
| Q: I am having a new roof installed. They are tearing everything off down to the slats (was wood shake) ... A: That is prbably not an all bad plan though it would be better (and more difficult and costly) to ... | |
| asphalt roll vs. rubber membrane roofing | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: I have a 17' long x 15' wide roof over the back porch. From the high side of the porch roof which is ... A: You should get 15 - 20 years out of a single ply rubber or PVC membrane roof. Realistically, for ... | |
| metal over metal | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: I have a 48 x 100 metal building with a corragated metal roof. Can I go over the existing roof with ... A: I am assuming you're talking about trying to nest new panels right over the old. I would avoid ... | |
| Can you explain what a licensed roofer is? | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: Can you explain what a licensed roofer is? Is this a licensed that they would have them with them at ... A: Don, I am very sorry to hear about your problems. Wish we could have met earlier and talked about a ... | |
| Ventilation | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: Recently moved into 53 year old brick ranch in North Midwest, 1300 sf, 1500 w/attached garage, 4:12 ... A: When it comes to ventilation, "sufficient" is a subjective term. What you're suggesting is not ideal ... | |
| Corrugated Tin Roof Installation on Gazebo | 9/8/2006 |
| Q: I've asked every person I can find in my local home centers and no one seems to know a thing about ... A: I admire what you're doing. It sounds like a beautiful project. Unfortunately, I know only a ... | |
| Gutter installation to metal roofing | 9/7/2006 |
| Q: Todd, i own a castlebrook barn with a ridged metal roof that overhangs 1-2' beyond the building. I ... A: I do not think you will find a commercially available gutter shaped like that. You can consider ... | |
| metal roof and chimney install | 9/7/2006 |
| Q: 3 years ago I had a contractor install a fireplace. We have a metal roof. last year we noticed it ... A: I really do not have nearly enough information to go on here. Chances are it is a flashing problem. ... | |
| Galvanized Tin Roof | 9/6/2006 |
| Q: I have boat storage sheds that are built of galvanized tin. These are located approximately 800 ... A: This may be an installation where you would be best served by a non-corrosive metal such as ... | |
| Metal Roofing Vent | 9/4/2006 |
| Q: I have a 3/12 roof with vents below the eaves or ridge? (the edging of the house roof). I've been ... A: Dura Loc is very aware of how to install their products efficiently so I would suggest contacting ... | |
| when to replace a metal roof | 9/3/2006 |
| Q: We have a townhome, built in 1979, with it's original metal roof. How do we determine when it needs ... A: Gosh, that is a tough one. Properly maintained, that roof could last a long time. It sounds like you ... | |
| Residential Low Slope Metal Roof | 9/1/2006 |
| Q: We are currently in the final stages of our home design. The plans call for a low slope (2%-10% ... A: Congratulations on your new home. Roof pitch is normally refered to in terms of rise over 12' of ... | |
| ventilation | 8/31/2006 |
| Q: I have a small (10' x 10' at the floor) storage space in an "attic". The floor is over the garage, ... A: Mike, I am sorry ... not sure I understand exactly what the geometry of all of this is but here are ... | |
| roof ventilation | 8/31/2006 |
| Q: About 5 years ago I added an addition above my garage it is 16'wide and 28' long I have a 5/12 pitch ... A: Your plan sounds good and will stop heat conduction. I would suggest a minimu 1" vented airspace. In ... | |
| adjusting hail on metal roofs | 8/31/2006 |
| Q: I am a summer hail adjuster and am looking for some sort of objective guidance on adjusting metal ... A: Wow. That is a HUGE topic. As a metal roof manufacturer, I think that far too many hail-damaged ... | |
| Dormers on a metal roof | 8/30/2006 |
| Q: We are adding a new metal roof and want to add three dormers.... We have been told that all dormers ... A: As long as the roof and dormers are one at the same time, this can be done. You do want to flash up ... | |
| sunroom roofing | 8/30/2006 |
| Q: My husband wants to add a sunroom to our house. But he wants a do-it-yourself roof, but we have not ... A: Lesa, this is a pretty complex question. There are so many types of metal roofing and I am not ... | |
| roof or sided vent | 8/30/2006 |
| Q: I have metal hangar(called T-hangar) for small aircraft) 35x30 ft for footpad and up to 20 ft tall ... A: Proper ventilation requires intake and exhaust. Of course, with a hangar, there may be lt of air ... | |
| 20 year composite roofing | 8/29/2006 |
| Q: I have a cedar shake roof that is 30 years old. I was contacted by a firm that soecializes in ... A: A warranty is an agreement between the manufacturer and the property owner. Basically, the asphalt ... | |
| building a cricket | 8/27/2006 |
| Q: We bought a house built in 1933, it has a metal roof under a few layers of composition shingle ... A: I do not think I can be of much help. I am sorry. A cricket or Saddle is just a double-pitched area ... | |
| 2nd layer | 8/24/2006 |
| Q: I had my roof done this summer. I had them go over the first layer, so now I have two layers of ... A: I am not aware of any actual studies on this. However, it will probably make your attic warmer so I ... | |
| metal roofing and insects | 8/23/2006 |
| Q: We have metal roofing on our home and love it--we love it--but don't love the spiders that ... A: There are special foam closure strips available for most profiles of metal roofing. My first ... | |
| metal roof instead of shingles on Double wide. | 8/21/2006 |
| Q: I inherited a 1983 Champion double wide mobile home with a shingle roof. It has been replaced once, ... A: Ultimately, this will be lower weight, less stress on the home. I would take this as an ... | |
| metal roofing | 8/21/2006 |
| Q: I'm looking into doing a patio enclosure. My home has a existing cement tile roof. I don't want the ... A: Not sure how much I can help. I really do not have any ideas on the framing other than traditional ... | |
| tin roofing | 8/21/2006 |
| Q: I want to install a tin roof over one layer of existing asphault shingles roof and this will be over ... A: I think you may have an additional concern and that is moisture control / ventilation. If the ... | |
| roofing | 8/18/2006 |
| Q: What can I do about the black on my roof?why does my roof turn black and have black streaks, I live ... A: If you do a Google search for "roof mold remover," you will find several options as far as products ... | |
| roofing | 8/18/2006 |
| Q: why does my roof turn black and have black streaks, I live on long island new york A: This is the result of airborne biological growth (mold and mildeew) which settles on the roof and ... | |
| Skylight | 8/16/2006 |
| Q: We are trying to build a home and have not yet put up the roof rafters. We have 2 skylights that ... A: Provided these are "curbed" or curb-mounted skylights, rather than flush-mounted ones, an ... | |
| increasing pitch of a roof | 8/16/2006 |
| Q: We are thinking about buying a house in Oridna, Ca. The house has a tar and gravel roof which was ... A: The existing roof can stay in place. Trusses will have to be built to create the pitch and then put ... | |
| Attic fan | 8/13/2006 |
| Q: Question. I have to install a attic fan because my attic gets very hot and I have my ... A: You are correct in considering airflow -- where will the fan draw from. I believe that you should ... | |
| trying to locate where leak is coming from!!! | 8/11/2006 |
| Q: i need to locate where this leak is coming from on my roof, i have abrand new roof ,but it is ... A: Unfortunately, there is not magical leak finding tool. A few ideas though. 1) Contact the roofing ... | |
| Walking on Varigated Metal Tile | 8/8/2006 |
| Q: I am considering replacing my alsphalt shingle with a Dura-Loc Varigated Metal Tile. We live in ... A: I believe that is a pretty sturdy panel and it should be walkable without too much difficulty. Some ... | |
| metal roofing | 8/8/2006 |
| Q: I'm adding on a bedroom to an old barn. I using old tin that I took off the barn for the bedroom ... A: John, Ideally, from the inside out, you need drywall, vapor barrier (polyethylene), insulation, ... | |
| ventilation | 8/5/2006 |
| Q: Todd, We just bought a house and I installed a 48" circular window to replace a 12" rotted octagon ... A: I think I understand your situation fairly well. However, if you have photos you would like to send, ... | |
| Metal roofing/gutters | 8/4/2006 |
| Q: We are in the proecess of adding a room to the back of our house. Right now we have asphat shinges, ... A: Having been in the business of manufacturing metal roofing (residential) for 25 years, I am a ... | |
| ventilation | 8/3/2006 |
| Q: "Hi Todd, I have a cathederal ceiling with a loft bedroom. My problem is heat in this area in ... A: So, you are looking at just pulling air from the inside to the outside? Where is the replacement air ... | |
| metal roofing | 7/30/2006 |
| Q: I have the plans to build a 14x10 shelter with a sloped composite roof. I would like to put up a ... A: With metal roofing, you are venturing into a pretty complex area. Sorry. Some metal roofs require ... | |
| restoring metal roof | 7/30/2006 |
| Q: I have never done a metal roof before... the roof is 311 sq ft. raised seam. There are many areas ... A: I think you're on the right track. There are two keys to the success of the new paint job: 1) Having ... | |
| amount of shingles | 7/28/2006 |
| Q: My house is a shot-gun ranch built in 1963 It is 960 square ft. of living space on 1 floor. There ... A: I cannot email you because I do not have your email address. Sorry. I would expect about 13 sqs of ... | |
| Installing a skylight in metal roof | 7/27/2006 |
| Q: I would like to install a tubular skylight in my bathroom. I have a standing seam metal roof. I ... A: The SolaTube people are working on developing a special flashing kit for standing seam roofs but it ... | |
| Shingle vs. metal roof? | 7/26/2006 |
| Q: Which one is better: Shingle vs. metal roof? What are the pros and cons of both. Prices, labor, ... A: John, I am sorry ... I cannot give you an unbiased answer. I have spent the last 25 years of my ... | |
| Roof/knee wall ventilation | 7/25/2006 |
| Q: I have what is called a 1 1/2 story home in Iowa which means the finished attic space (in my case 2 ... A: You did a great job describing the situation. This is pretty long and involved though. I am on ... | |
| ice barrier | 7/24/2006 |
| Q: My husband is reroofing the house. We need to apply an ice barrier and are just wondering does it ... A: I am curious why you say you need to apply a self-adhering membrane. Nothing wrong with it. Just ... | |
| Grounding an aluminum roof | 7/23/2006 |
| Q: We moved into a house that has an aluminum roof. No one knows if it should be grounded. Even the ... A: As you are aware, metal does not attract electricty though it can conduct it. Lightning hits the ... | |
| attic fan flow direction | 7/22/2006 |
| Q: What is the flow direction of a attic fan mounted on one side of the roof; is it out the top or does ... A: This would normally be an exhaust fan but you must have intake vents (such as eave soffit vents) for ... | |
| Metal roofing | 7/20/2006 |
| Q: I am needing a new roof on a low-slope. I plan to go with the metal roofing, however I have two ... A: Any product can be installed over solid decking and underlayment. Some products, which may have ... | |
| Porch ceiling ventilation | 7/5/2006 |
| Q: Last year, we bought a house that had its front porch renovated in 2001, and we're hoping you might ... A: This is an unusual situation. There is definitely a good chance that a lot of moisture is getting ... | |
| Low Pitch Roof | 6/27/2006 |
| Q: I have a ranch style house in California that has a very low pitch (3/4 in 10). It is covered by tar ... A: For that low of pitch, the only metal roof that would work would be a field-seamed (aka mechanically ... | |
| ventless gas stoves | 6/26/2006 |
| Q: i seen in your post that ventless gas stove could cause mold in an attic. do you need to add that ... A: You have a bad situation. Ventilation requires inatek and exhaust. You want to create airflow which ... | |
| Corrugated Tin | 6/25/2006 |
| Q: Todd, We live in a house that was constructed in 1907. There is a 3 bay "garage" out back ... A: I am so sorry, Stan. This is one of the funnier questions I have ever gotten though. I am not the ... | |
| metal roofing from Norway | 6/25/2006 |
| Q: My wife and I recently visited Norway and were impressed by the various metal roofs (resembling ... A: Wow. You are very perceptive! There are indeed a number of manufacturers of such products in ... | |
| ventilation | 6/23/2006 |
| Q: First off, Thank-You for reading this. I hada new roof installed. The company is one of the top ... A: Laura, I am not sure I fully understand what you're telling me but let me say a couple of things ... | |
| ventilation | 6/22/2006 |
| Q: I am sure this question is way below your level of expertise, but on the chance that this question ... A: "Below my level of expertise" -- HA! That's about the funniest thing I have heard all day! Thank ... | |
| mold in attic | 6/20/2006 |
| Q: I have mold growth in the attic under the shealthing. My guess is that there is a ventalation ... A: This sounds like it is due to lack of ventilation. I would also look for sources of excessive ... | |
| metal roofs w/skylights | 6/14/2006 |
| Q: I may be starting the venture to have a house built and have always wanted a tin or metal roof, what ... A: Absolutely. You want to use skylights that are up on curbs. Exact flashing methods will come from ... | |
| Attaching metal roof over a deck/screened porch of a mobile home | 6/13/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I are planning to install a screened porch over our deck at our coastal vacation ... A: I would suggest cutting pieces of flashing to go between the V's. They should have an uphill leg ... | |
| GUTTER PROBLEM WITH METAL ROOFING | 6/12/2006 |
| Q: I JUST HAD A METAL ROOF INSTALLED ON MY HOUSE. I LOVE THE ROOF HOWEVER I HAVE NOTICED IN A HEAVY ... A: I always suggest mounting gutters as high as possible and using 6" gutters instead of 5" with metal ... | |
| Ventilation | 6/2/2006 |
| Q: Well maybe I didn't explain it correctly. We want to put in an attic fan that exhaust the heat out ... A: I'm sorry. I understand now. I thought you were referring to a whole house fan which is different ... | |
| Ventilation | 6/1/2006 |
| Q: We just bought a home in NC it is an L shaped rancher, the roofs on the one side of the L is higher ... A: Gosh, this is sort of outside my area. My expertise with ventilation is attic ventilation. This is a ... | |
| ridge vents/hurricanes | 5/30/2006 |
| Q: Todd, I recently had a new roof put on my house down here in South Florida. A ridge vent was also ... A: Unfortunately, they do sometimes blow off. However, they also make homes cooler and more energy ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 5/29/2006 |
| Q: I built a small house 2 stories this is 16x24. I install a metal roof. First I put down plywood ... A: First of all, I will assume that the roof is not leaking. Next, I will assume that the plywood is ... | |
| roof | 5/24/2006 |
| Q: I am replacing my roof the contractor removed the existing roof and replaced the 30lb felt ... A: The felt should be inspected for tears and cracks. If it has either, it should be replaced or ... | |
| Roof leaking after drying in before shingling | 5/17/2006 |
| Q: I live in South Florida and we are having our roof replaced after Hurricane Wilma. The tar paper or ... A: Kay, I cannot speak much to your particular situation since I am not there. However, I will try to ... | |
| hail damage | 5/17/2006 |
| Q: My home recently went througha hail strom in Texas. There was a quite a bit of granules that came ... A: Soft shingles can "bruise" meaning that they may not "look" bad but still be damaged in ways that ... | |
| Metal roofing insulation | 5/16/2006 |
| Q: I am considering having metal roof installed and talked to two different companies. One said that ... A: In the "ideal" situation, from the living space to the outside, here is what you will have: Ceiling ... | |
| roof ventilation | 5/14/2006 |
| Q: We have a rain coming in our roof thru the gable vent, it is blowing right in, we had a ridge vent ... A: A ridge vent acts as an exhaust vent. It needs intake vents to feed air to it. Right now, your gable ... | |
| metal roofing installation | 5/12/2006 |
| Q: my contractor installed metal roofing onto the rafters. meteal roofing is 17.2 ft sheets on 25x30ft ... A: I am assuming this is standard contruction wih an attic space. I would make sure you have soffit ... | |
| attic ventalation | 5/12/2006 |
| Q: I am buying a home that is being built. I won't own it until close. It is in the Fort Worth area ... A: Glenn, Think of attic ventilation this way -- you want to "bathe" the underside of the roof deck ... | |
| freeze boards | 5/11/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me what freeze boards are? I don't even know if I am writing it ... A: The spelling is frieze board I believe and Ibelieve it referred to a board that would be at the top ... | |
| soffit ventillation | 5/9/2006 |
| Q: i have a 35 degree hipped roof with a 20"x5/8" plywood soffit & a 9"x1" white deal facia, none of ... A: I believe you're okay doing this. I did this same thing on the house we owned about 15 years ago, ... | |
| 5V crimp screw placement | 5/8/2006 |
| Q: I am replacing my old shingle roof with metal after Katrina. What is the proper screw placement for ... A: A little airgap is good as far as energy efficiency. Screw placement and the idea of battens or ... | |
| Soffit Venting | 5/6/2006 |
| Q: I have found a soffit that is made out of 3/8" plywood at 8' lengths that has these slots cut into ... A: I am really sorry, Big Ed. I have never seen anything like this before. I wonder if it was ... | |
| shingles on aluminum sun porch | 5/2/2006 |
| Q: We have a white 3 season aluminum sunporch with a sloped roof that we had installed by Patio ... A: Hey there. You're not the John Alexander I know, are you? Generally, these roofs are too low slope ... | |
| Value of Old Metal Shingles. | 5/1/2006 |
| Q: I recently bought an acre of land here in South Louisiana on which there is an old Share Cropper' s ... A: It really depends upon the condition. These types of products actually are available "new" from ... | |
| Replacing tin flat roof | 5/1/2006 |
| Q: I own an urban row house built in the late 1920's. It still has the original tin roof, which has ... A: Joel, This is pretty involved. I would like to start by asking you to email me at ... | |
| Hurricane Resistant RIdge Vents? | 5/1/2006 |
| Q: ,i live in Cent Fla,, two years ago i suffered damage from Ridge vent leaking during hurricanes,, ... A: Mike, In my opinion, sealing the ridge is a mistake unless you do something called "hot roof ... | |
| metal roofing | 4/23/2006 |
| Q: I live in area where Rita passed. My roof needs to be replaced and my question is that some roofers ... A: Many residential metal roofs were clearly designed with the option of going over existing shingles. ... | |
| Painting 5V tin panels | 4/19/2006 |
| Q: I am having a problem with peeling paint on 5V tin panels since installed new from Lowe's. The ... A: Frank, Really, you need to go back to the manufacturer of the panels and make this inquiry. If ... | |
| metal roofing and copper flashing | 4/10/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I are building our house in Hawaii, close to the ocean. We are just now putting up ... A: Jill, Congrats on your new home. Good luck with everything. Generally, I would not use copper and ... | |
| New home construction with metal roof | 4/10/2006 |
| Q: We recently built a new home with a Fabral Metal Roof. There was a very long gap from the sub roof ... A: Bryan, My opinion is that some sort of underlayment should be in place beneath all metal roofs. ... | |
| metal roofing | 4/10/2006 |
| Q: We have recently bought a 50 year old home and it has a metal roof. This roof was installed in May ... A: It is not unusual for many residential metal roofs to be installed over the old shingles. That is ... | |
| Ventilation | 4/4/2006 |
| Q: Although I don't have a metal roof, I would like to ask you a ventilation question. I have heard ... A: I am going to give you my opinions on attic ventilation ... they may not be what you want to hear. ... | |
| Holes in metal roof | 4/4/2006 |
| Q: I had a metal roof replaced a few months ago (steel). I discovered recently the contractor "missed ... A: Really, you probably only have three options. 1) Replace the panels with new panels. 2) Do exactly ... | |
| soffet ventilation | 4/3/2006 |
| Q: My house was just repainted (via spraying) and they also spray painted all of the soffit screens ... A: This is a great observation on your part. Soffit vents provide intake air to an attic. There should ... | |
| Best Shingles to Get | 3/22/2006 |
| Q: I have a roof on our home that's about 20+ yrs old. The home was built in 1964 and has only had one ... A: Chuck, Thanks for your questions. Virtually every building code in the country does not allow more ... | |
| metal roofing | 3/14/2006 |
| Q: I live in Central Florida and I am thinking about putting on a metal roof. If a metal roof is being ... A: I believe that metal is a great way to go. However, I really cannot answer your questions about ... | |
| metal roofing for an A-frame | 2/18/2006 |
| Q: I am a carpenter living in Norway, with parents who live near Vancouver, B.C. Canada (just north of ... A: John, It is good to hear from you. Thank you for your explanation. I tend to agree with you in ... | |
| Reroofing | 2/15/2006 |
| Q: I have a house with slight pitch on roof, and 5 years ago instead of replacing it with gravel/tar, I ... A: Putting an additional layer of shingles on an old layer is common and poses no major moisture ... | |
| replacement of metal roof on metal building | 2/13/2006 |
| Q: I am having a contractor replace a metal roof on a building 40x80. It has a white overcoat that has ... A: This is sometimes done though it is important that the two systems be compatible with each other so ... | |
| 5V Metal Roof | 2/4/2006 |
| Q: I am a HOA board director here in south Florida. We are faced with a decision of allowing the 5V ... A: You do want to use a high quality cap screw neoprene washer. In your area, I'd expect maybe 15 years ... | |
| roofing | 2/1/2006 |
| Q: on a califorina home the roof was sheeted with 3/4 inch plywood. Around the priminaier of the roof ... A: I can think of three possibilities but there are undoubtedly other possibilities too. Is the ... | |
| Condensation | 1/22/2006 |
| Q: I am involved with a Pre-Engineered Steel Building that is approximately 75' x 125' with a 24' Eave ... A: Wow. I don't know if I can help or not -- this is outside my area of expertise. First of all, ... | |
| What goes in valley? | 1/21/2006 |
| Q: I am trying to figure out what you do with the valleys when installing a metal roof. I am talking ... A: Most systems will have pre-formed valley pans with a V in the center. The roofing panels are ... | |
| Metal Roof Ridge Vent Leak | 1/16/2006 |
| Q: We have a metal gambrel roof installed about three years ago. It has been completely trouble free ... A: I am sorry to hear of your troubles. First of all, I would suggest contacting the manufacturer of ... | |
| Removing plastic protective sheet | 1/13/2006 |
| Q: Do you know how to easily remove the plastic protective sheet off of sheet metal. I purchased some ... A: Yikes. That stuff is supposed to be removed fairly soon and the panels shouldn't be out in the sun ... | |
| Roof | 1/9/2006 |
| Q: I have a question about a project i want to do for my home. I have a front porch with an aluminum ... A: Richard, I am not sure where you're located but many contractors are very busy right now. I am a ... | |
| Leaking metal roof | 1/5/2006 |
| Q: I have a 100 year old house with a metal roof. Very steep roof, with a front dormer. I believe it ... A: I have to tell you, though, as a manufacturer of new metal roofing, this sort of question regarding ... | |
| Leaking wood vaulted ceiling | 12/26/2005 |
| Q: We recently purchased an 8 yr. old home in the lakes region of New Hampshire. The previous owner ... A: Condensation occurs when warm moist air hits a cool surface. I think that is what you have going on. ... | |
| venting the roof | 12/22/2005 |
| Q: I will try to ask you about this venting issue since it will be the same for metal roofs too. My ... A: You are just getting condensation from warm moist air condensing and then freezing. All vents need ... | |
| Condensation in loft space | 12/18/2005 |
| Q: I have double glazing, cavity wall insulation and 8 - 10 inches of loft insulation in my 1975 built ... A: I hope I can help. There may be some confusion on terms. Normally, "cold roof" refers to something ... | |
| ice dams | 12/17/2005 |
| Q: I have some big ice dams on my roof, can I throw salt up there to melt them or is that bad for the ... A: Ron, I am not an expert in asphalt shingles so I do not know for certain but I have a hunch that ... | |
| Replacing Asbestos Roof: Metal or Asphalt? | 12/14/2005 |
| Q: Our west coast florida house, circa 1910, is built like a tank. It has emerged unscathed from ... A: Ultimately, you understand, this is a question which you have to answer for yourself. All I or ... | |
| 5V Crimp | 12/12/2005 |
| Q: I have 2 questions. One, is the 5V crimp a good roof for a residence. I am doing a remodel and ... A: Jay, 5V is used a fair amount on homes. The key is to understanding what you're buying. ... | |
| No Tar Paper! | 12/8/2005 |
| Q: 18 months ago we closed on a house that had been shingled after the tar paper blew off from a storm. ... A: Royal Sovereign is a slightly better shingle than the Sentinel I think. I am not sure but I suspect ... | |
| rolled roofing 1/2 "pitch | 12/5/2005 |
| Q: Where do i start to look for a product for a 1/2 12 roof. it is over fifty years old and has ... A: There are some field-seamed metal roofing systems which can be used at this pitch. There are also ... | |
| Metal roofs and seamless gutters | 12/4/2005 |
| Q: We have a metal roof and seamless gutters. We live in a very heavy snow climate. Last year when the ... A: There are variouis snow retention products and systems avilable, commonly called snowguards. Which ... | |
| Roof Repair | 12/3/2005 |
| Q: We had a new roof installed November 22, 2005 here in Tulsa, Oklahoma. On November 27, we had a ... A: Generally, I would say this is an Act of God and should be covered by insurance. The same would ... | |
| Cathedral Celing- concerned w/ moisture & energy savings | 11/26/2005 |
| Q: I am building our home in Texas 1 hour east of San Antonio with: Vaulted ceilings- 2x6 rafters 16" ... A: Eric, Thanks for the question. I saw where you posted on the MRA board as well. I may let Alan Reid ... | |
| cold roof /condensation | 11/25/2005 |
| Q: Second winter with the new metal (from shake roof) and there are condensation problems inside. I am ... A: Leslie, This is pretty complex and there is a lot more information that I'd like to have before I ... | |
| Metal roofing | 11/23/2005 |
| Q: I purchased a home with a metal roof that is less than two years old. We have a new leak that has ... A: Teresa, I would suggest making sure that the skylight is properly flashed and is not just dependent ... | |
| Tin roof Condensation | 11/15/2005 |
| Q: Our family owns a cabin in the North East It has a tin roof that appears to be hand crimped from the ... A: Jeff, Wow ... this is complex and I am not sure I understand things fully. You mentioned that the ... | |
| Re-roofing | 11/7/2005 |
| Q: My shingles were damaged by a hurricane in Louisiana. I have 2 questions. The first question ... A: I know a fair amount about the new synthetic underlayments but I do not know much about Roofers ... | |
| metal roofing over problem deck | 11/6/2005 |
| Q: WE built our own house and did not realize until we put on the plywood the deck is uneven should we ... A: Neither is going to correct the problem, unfortunately and neither is going to mask it either. In ... | |
| metal roofing | 10/30/2005 |
| Q: I have a 1958 tri-level home with 3 layers of shingles. The roof has a very low pitch, 60 degrees? ... A: In residential roofing, there are not a lot of energy efficient choices. Frankly, one of the best ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 10/21/2005 |
| Q: I live in Sunset, Louisiana. I am planning on installing a Metal Roof. The existing roof is ... A: I have to tell you, it is a complex question. Here is what it boils down to though -- different ... | |
| roof ventitation | 10/14/2005 |
| Q: Todd Ihave a hip roof with 22 lineal ft of ridge the attic area is about 2000 sq ft I presently ... A: JB, Thanks for the question. It sounds like you have already visited www.airvent.com. If not, that ... | |
| attic ventilation | 10/13/2005 |
| Q: In an effort to correct an ice dam problem, I took the following steps: 1) Installed soffit vents ... A: Gosh, Jeff. I am sorry ... not sure I can help you much. You have already donw your homeowork and ... | |
| Roof ventilation | 10/1/2005 |
| Q: ------------------------- Followup To Todd my attic is approx.2000sq ft=house+2 caratt gar. ranch ... A: Jeff, Please feel free to just email direct to me at tmiller@classicroof.com ... it is usually ... | |
| Roof ventilation | 9/27/2005 |
| Q: I am having a tear off and new roof installed(dimensional shingles). Two different roofers gave me ... A: Jeff, You want to pull air as evenly and consistently across the bottom of your roof decking as ... | |
| New residence metal roofing | 9/25/2005 |
| Q: I'm trying to determine if metal or comp would be the better application for my planned residence. ... A: David, I must first tell you that I cannot give you a non-biased opinion on this. My company ... | |
| metal roof | 9/20/2005 |
| Q: I have been getting some estimates for a vertical rib steel roof but the prices are insane. I also ... A: Jeff, Many metal roofs are being successfully installed by DIYers. There are a couple of keys to ... | |
| Metal Roof | 9/14/2005 |
| Q: We are having a metal roof put on our home in a few days. Should our roofer put underlayment down ... A: Tina, Thanks for the question. I am first and foremost concerned that you are already questioning ... | |
| Metal Roof for "upscale" shed | 9/12/2005 |
| Q: I'm building a 24'L x 16'W shed with an A-frame roof. As a decorative touch, I'm considering adding ... A: Frank, these are great questions. First of all, if you email direct to me at ... | |
| Metal gutter -slight leak at the corner | 9/10/2005 |
| Q: This is not exactly about roofing, but since you are familiar with metal roofing, MAYBE, you might ... A: I think you did the right thing by choosing aluminum over plastic. If you go to a quality hardware ... | |
| Roof vents | 8/19/2005 |
| Q: I had the house reshingled and the contractor installed a series of vents in the joist pockets of ... A: Obviously, without being there or having pictures, it is hard for me to say for certain. However, ... | |
| Galvanized Roofing | 8/7/2005 |
| Q: Colored metal roofing seems to be what is being installed now. Several years ago I installed a ... A: Gary, This is a great question! Metal roofing can contribute to making a "cool" roof in many ways. ... | |
| gutterring and gutter caps | 7/27/2005 |
| Q: This might not be in your realm of expertise, but, here goes. I am going to replace the guttering ... A: Yep, this is outside my expertise. You're right on that. Sounds like you have a good take on adding ... | |
| Attic fan installation...PLEASE HELP !!! | 7/22/2005 |
| Q: I want to have a attic fan installed and keep getting different answers about the ridge vent...2 ... A: I understand now I believe. I assume you have soffit vents which will be feeding intake air. If ... | |
| Attic fan installation...PLEASE HELP !!! | 7/22/2005 |
| Q: I want to have a attic fan installed and keep getting different answers about the ridge vent...2 ... A: I need some clarification though. What is the point of the fan? Where is it pulling air from and ... | |
| Metal roof over existing shingle | 7/21/2005 |
| Q: My wife and I purchased our northwest Ohio home that we're living in about 3 years ago. It is in ... A: Ben, Great questions. First of all, drop me an email at tmiller@classicroof.com ... once I have ... | |
| Residential roofing | 7/11/2005 |
| Q: When reroofing a residence, if you place new shingle over the old shingle does it void or cut down ... A: I assume you're referring to a new layer of asphalt / fiberglass shingles over an existing layer of ... | |
| shingles | 7/8/2005 |
| Q: I contracted for 30 yr.GAF singles. 25 yr.Owens-Corning were installed. The co. tells us "its the ... A: I am sorry but I really do not know the answer as far as which is better. Generally, though, shingle ... | |
| Roofing Help? | 7/5/2005 |
| Q: My older home (18 yrs old, original roof area ~2800 sq foot) needs a new roof. I have a quote for ... A: That sounds pretty thorough really. GAF has a Master Elite certified contractor program ... you may ... | |
| roofing underlayment | 7/3/2005 |
| Q: i have a low slope (3:12) asphalt shingle roof that i want to replace.i have very deep open eaves ... A: Ricardo, You bring up a very good question ... I wish I could point to some definitive research or ... | |
| RIDGE VENT during Hurricanes | 6/29/2005 |
| Q: Just to Give you more info,, I do have soffit venting, so I dont think that was the problem,, also ... A: These are fairly good ridge vents, especially if your roof has a 3:12 or hopefully greater pitch. It ... | |
| RIDGE VENT during Hurricanes | 6/29/2005 |
| Q: Hey Todd, I have a single story home in Cent fla, My ridge vents leaked water last year during the 3 ... A: I am a strong believer in good ventilation so I hate to hear of vents being blocked off. First of ... | |
| Replacement roof | 6/25/2005 |
| Q: I have a flat roofed historic row house in Washington DC. It was probably built around 1890. It ... A: Adam, My answer is going to seem simplistic ... sorry about that ... but it is the fact. You need ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 6/9/2005 |
| Q: My house has asphalt shingles, the porch has a flat roof with a tar and gravel roof that is leaking. ... A: My guess is that this roof has very little slope to it. Let me know if that is not the case. My ... | |
| Rain gutters | 6/7/2005 |
| Q: Todd! I am a Californian who has lived on the central coast for many years. On the coast, every ... A: Not sure how much I can help but I will try. Most snow areas do use gutters. However, they use ... | |
| Shingles or Metal Roofing? | 6/2/2005 |
| Q: My roof is approximately 16 yrs old and with the last few wind storms, I lost a dozen or so ... A: According to the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association, the average replacement age for shingles ... | |
| Sagging roof | 5/28/2005 |
| Q: I am currently looking at a two bedroom house for rehabbing. Looking at the roof from ground level, ... A: Woody, This is a complex issue but I will try to give you some ideas. First, I would inspect the ... | |
| Attic ventilation in an early 1900s home | 5/27/2005 |
| Q: I live in a bungalow with four dormers that was built in 1914, and I live in Iowa. A few winters ago ... A: Most ice and watershields are meant to be installed only directly over decking so I assume you are ... | |
| Metal vs Composite | 5/24/2005 |
| Q: Miller, My home is currently shingled with composite material shingles. I know within the next 2 ... A: With a quality metal roof, expect to pay 3 - 4 times the cost of good asphalt shingles. The ... | |
| how to shingle a bay window roof | 5/24/2005 |
| Q: I have a bay window that has a metal roof that appears to be ready to accept roofing shingles if ... A: Metal is a very durable roof covering, and it can be very distinctive. Have you considered keeping ... | |
| Attic ventilation | 5/23/2005 |
| Q: We have a 50yr old brick cape cod. In the interest of increasing air conditioning efficiency and ... A: Good to hear from you. I believe I need more information in order to answer this. In fact, what ... | |
| Whole House Attic Fan | 5/22/2005 |
| Q: I am having my shake shingle roof replaced (with Shakes) next week. I have a traditional 2 story ... A: Carl, Will the whole house fan exhaust to the outside or to the attic? It would be peferable to ... | |
| Roofing | 5/18/2005 |
| Q: We are thinking about re-roofing our house. We were told that we have 2 roofs on our house ... A: My expertise, as listed in my bio, is in metal roofing, not asphalt shingles. For info on metal ... | |
| clerestory roof | 5/18/2005 |
| Q: I amputting on a clerestory roof on my house.One span will be 20' and the other will be 16'.What ... A: Wes, I am sorry but this is way outside my area of expertise. This is something which would have to ... | |
| Attic Ventilation - how to choose | 4/28/2005 |
| Q: We are having a new shingle roof installed (& removing 2 old ones). We have a 50-yr old split ... A: It has been shown again and again that the best way to ventilate is eave soffit vents (as intake) ... | |
| 5V Economy galvanized metal roofing for homes | 4/28/2005 |
| Q: We currently have an asphalt shingle roof that needs repair/replacement (about 20 years old). My ... A: Fred, It sounds like you understand the shortcomings of these products fairly well. Generally, they ... | |
| Metal roofing slippery | 4/16/2005 |
| Q: Is there any tricks to the trade for installing metal roofing? Possibly foam rubber or a specific ... A: Jim, please keep in mind that, whenever you're working more than 6' above the ground, OSHA ... | |
| metal roofing | 4/8/2005 |
| Q: - our bedroom is the loft and we are on a hill top exposed to lots of sun - will we be affected by ... A: First of all, a good place to learn about metal roofing is www.metalroofing.com Click on the link ... | |
| ventilation for a St. Paul, MN roof | 4/8/2005 |
| Q: I live in a 1936 house in St. Paul, MN. We can get a lot of snow, and we have had ice damns a ... A: Wow. Thanks for the question. The Crossvent product is normally used over situations where there ... | |
| proper ventilation for cathedral roof | 4/6/2005 |
| Q: I am considering replacing my roof. Would like some advise for proper ventilation needed. House has ... A: Some great information on this subject, including answers to your questions, can be found at ... | |
| Aluminum roofing on mobile home | 4/6/2005 |
| Q: I have a 1986 mobile home with aluminum roofing and is not flat it's like shaped like this: /\ ... A: It is likely that the other roof you saw has been re-roofed with a single ply PVC or rubber roof. ... | |
| ventilating the attic | 4/2/2005 |
| Q: My air conditioning has to be turned on before sunup or it doesn't keep up with the heat and stays ... A: A combination of ridge vent (as exhaust) and eave soffit vents (as intake) has been proven to be a ... | |
| metal roof | 4/1/2005 |
| Q: My pitched metal roof leaks around the cement block chimney; lots of caulking from other owners has ... A: Please email me pictures of the chimney if you wish. tmiller@classicroof.com My preference is to ... | |
| What is causing these roof problems? | 3/27/2005 |
| Q: Greetings, Help! What's wrong with this roof? We are considering buying a house that is 6 years ... A: My guess is that this is caused by inadequate ventilation. Of course, there could be other issues ... | |
| Leaky Roof | 3/22/2005 |
| Q: I can sent you e-mail pic's of my roof and bedroom ceiling. I had it repaired for $1,500.00 with a ... A: Julia, Thanks for your question. I am sorry to hear of your troubles. I feel about as hopeless as ... | |
| roofing felt | 3/19/2005 |
| Q: i'm told i need to apply 90 lb roofing felt at the valleys in my roof, however, it seems almost ... A: Yes, three plies of 30-pound could be used instead. 90 pound is typically "roll roofing" rather ... | |
| Steel roofing over existing wood shakes | 3/5/2005 |
| Q: I am considering replacing my 28 year old wood shake roof with the Decra Shake steel roofing ... A: This is not an unusual application. This has been done a great deal in the past. You will want to ... | |
| Aluminum roof | 3/4/2005 |
| Q: I really like the look of a aluminum roof. What is your experience with them and what do you need ... A: I have to tell you, as President of the country's leading manufacturer of aluminum residential metal ... | |
| Can I install my own Tin Roof in Florida? | 3/2/2005 |
| Q: I'm restoring an old 1931 wood house in the little havana section of Miami and LOVE the look of the ... A: Alex, Thanks for your question. There are many types and styles of metal roofs available today. I ... | |
| Mobile Home Roof | 2/28/2005 |
| Q: I just recently purchased a double-wide mobile home with asphalt shingles. The roof and the ... A: Kevin, Thanks for the question. Metal may be an option here but it would have to be the "right" ... | |
| roofing ventilation | 2/20/2005 |
| Q: 5 yrs ago I did a major remodel. All new: trusses 4/12 pitch gables facing n + s 2' o.c 1' overhang ... A: Andy, Thanks for the question. Assuming the entire ridge is vented, then this does stump me. You ... | |
| metal roofing | 2/19/2005 |
| Q: I am renting a house, in ontario, canada that has a metal roof. There is no sheething or anything of ... A: Many metal roofs can be installed this way and it should be within code provided the product has ... | |
| Dormer W valley and sheet installation | 2/17/2005 |
| Q: I am trying to figure out how you tie the two w valleys from each side of dormer roof together? The ... A: Keith, I am sorry but I cannot help much with this. You really need to be working with a roofing ... | |
| Insulation | 2/17/2005 |
| Q: I have heard that putting insulation directly on the roof (in between the 2 X 6's) will or can ... A: Interesting. Thanks for the question, Jeff. Insulation as you're suggesting can cause some ... | |
| Metal roof ventilation/insulation | 2/13/2005 |
| Q: I have a low sloping corrugated metal roof underlain with 30lb felt paper and 1/2" OSB. The OSB ... A: Walt, Thanks for your question. The answer depends a bit upon the style and use of this building. ... | |
| new metal roof leaks | 2/11/2005 |
| Q: ------------------------- A picture tells a thousand words. Sorry for the thousand words. When my ... A: Sometimes I sort of lose track of things ... unfortunately, I tend to have several homeownes at any ... | |
| Leaking metal roof | 2/10/2005 |
| Q: I have a 4800 sq foot metal roof that is leaking. It is on a commercial building and is slanted from ... A: There could be a number of issues going on here, including the possibility of rust from the back ... | |
| new metal roof leaks | 2/9/2005 |
| Q: ------------------------- Thank you so much for your help. Here is an update. The engineer hasn't ... A: Leslie, Thanks for the update. I had wondered what was going on. Please tell your engineer to call ... | |
| Tile on a low slope roof | 2/2/2005 |
| Q: We have a roof that only rises 12" in 17.5'. We are thinking of a cement tile system. Is this a wise ... A: That is really low slope ... about 3/4" in 12" I guess. All roofing manufacturers will specify the ... | |
| to ridge vent or not to ridge vent......? | 2/1/2005 |
| Q: We have a 100 year old farmhouse with an unfinished attic. the pitch of our roof is such that we ... A: Scott. Ideally, from the inside to the outside, construction will consist of: Finished drywall, ... | |
| Roofing leak | 1/28/2005 |
| Q: We recently had a new composite shingle roof installed. This was a complete tear off of everything ... A: There are two reasons why this leak might occur. One would be a flashing problem, which would be the ... | |
| roofing | 1/27/2005 |
| Q: Massachusetts to be exact. I am looking to find something to help me with my roof specifically with ... A: What you are looking for is heat cables. Do a Google search for Heat Cable, Heating Cable, or Roof ... | |
| new metal roof leaks | 1/26/2005 |
| Q: ------------------------- Greetings Todd. Sorry to bother you again. I will e-mail after the ... A: Leslie, Hi! You do not ask too many questions. However, without being there, seeing the roof, ... | |
| new metal roof leaks | 1/25/2005 |
| Q: ------------------------- I hope I am not asking too many questions, Todd. The roof never had a ... A: I really cannot tell exactly what has been done at the ridge -- don;t know whether that cap is ... | |
| new metal roof leaks | 1/25/2005 |
| Q: ------------------------- Hope you are well. Forgot to ask what brings you to Alaska but when you ... A: Good to hear from you. I have been to Alaska once on a trip package, with my wife and her parents. ... | |
| possible to install metal roof over existing rubber roof? | 1/23/2005 |
| Q: I have an addition 22x15 on the back of house. Was built in the 60's with shingled roof. Have had ... A: Carol, Thanks for your question. It sounds like the bulk of the problem here is the very low pitch ... | |
| new metal roof leaks | 1/23/2005 |
| Q: ------------------------- Thanks Todd, I have a 1977 before codes existed in Alaska 12/12 alpine A ... A: This could be condensation which tends to happen in the highest areas of a roof. However, it also ... | |
| new metal roof leaks | 1/23/2005 |
| Q: 12/12 pitch new metal roof leaks slow drips at ridge and into kitchen light at eave level (maybe ... A: Leslie, Thanks ... not sure what I can do at this point. If you like, email me some pictures ... ... | |
| metal building sweating | 1/19/2005 |
| Q: I have a metal carport on a concrete slab. Size is 30 x 30. Roof is gabled type. Sides and one end ... A: Good question ... hmmmm, now I have to think of a good answer, don't I? Condensation occurs when ... | |
| Reroofing | 1/4/2005 |
| Q: Todd, We have an estimate to replace our current roof and have several questions regarding the job: ... A: Jim, Thanks for your questions. I appreciate them. The self-adhering Ice and Watershield is ... | |
| Old metal roofing (not shingles) | 12/26/2004 |
| Q: I am looking to buy a house in New York State built in the 1860's which has a sheet metal roof. ... A: Unfortunately, I do not get involved with restoration of older metal roofs. I am sorry. There could ... | |
| Water Intrusion during Hurricanes thru RIdge vents | 12/22/2004 |
| Q: I live in Central Fla, and during the 3 Hurricanes we had here, I had water Intrusion thru the ... A: Strange things happen in hurricanes. First of all, you want to make sure that you have vents in your ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 12/19/2004 |
| Q: Hey Todd, My previous e-mail was sent when I hit tab instead of enter. I had some more questions. #1 ... A: Glenn, Thanks for your questions. Hopefully, you have read my previous response. Good metal ... | |
| Metal Roofing | 12/19/2004 |
| Q: We recently peeled off our 15 year old asphalt shingles down to the plywood damaged during the ... A: Glenn, Most of the metal shingle systems are not all that hard to install. However, they become ... | |
| Metal Roofing over Asphalt Shingles | 12/17/2004 |
| Q: I have a 3:12 pitch A frame roof (ranch style house) with 2 layers of asphalt shingles and the roof ... A: Darryl, I am glad that you wrote. There are several good points you bring up. First of all, metal ... | |
| flasging | 11/28/2004 |
| Q: I have two chimneys and the flashing around both is leaking. I called a local contractor and he ... A: Ray, There are tons of variables which would go into whether this is a good price. Right off hand, ... | |
| Metal over slate | 11/23/2004 |
| Q: I now have a slate roof which I fear is coming to the end of its life. It is starting to grow a lot ... A: Les, I have seen successful metal installations over slate. However, the potential risk is that the ... | |
| Cutting techniques and tools | 11/23/2004 |
| Q: Could you please assist me with some information on the correct cutting methods and tools for ... A: Steel roofing must be cut with a shearing action, rather than with an abrasive blade or a saw blade. ... | |
| how do you figure the amount... | 11/21/2004 |
| Q: how do you figure the amount shingles needed to do the job? A: Rick, Thanks for your question. The best way to answer this question involves diagrams -- ... | |
| metal roofing with rock coating | 11/19/2004 |
| Q: How is the bond between the rock coating and the metal achieved? Is there a heating process or a ... A: Tom, Thank you for your question. Stone coatings are fairly proven technology with roots dating ... | |
| Roofing in the Fall | 11/18/2004 |
| Q: I've heard that roofing in the fall in Indiana might not be smart since weather hot enough to melt ... A: Mark, I am glad that you knew enough to check into this. Standard shingles should not be installed ... | |
| Flat Roof Ventilation | 11/17/2004 |
| Q: Todd, thanks for your reply. The specific project that inspired my question is constructed without ... A: Interesting. I have not had a lot of experience with this type of construction. However, the ... | |
| Flat Roof Ventilation | 11/17/2004 |
| Q: Is it necessary to ventilate a residential flat roof with parapet construction and no soffits? How ... A: Ventilating a flat roof such as this is virtually impossible. I would suggest having an air barrier ... | |
| Metal roofing fasteners | 11/9/2004 |
| Q: My house is on a Florida barrier island. Every metal roof I've looked at has visible fasteners ... A: There are two problems with exposed fasteners in metal roofing: 1) They depend upon rubber washers ... | |
| Tin Roof condensation and leaking | 11/9/2004 |
| Q: I have a vacation home “a Camp” on the river. We built the home about 10 years ago and it only has a ... A: Scott, I will toss out a few ideas here. However, I have a hunch that we may end up corresponding ... | |
| Putting metal roofing directly over shingles | 11/8/2004 |
| Q: can I put 5V crimp galvalume metal directly over shingles which are on 5/8 plywood over trusses. the ... A: Ultimately, you must make sure that your exact installation procedures are in keeping with the ... | |
| Dressing Up Metal Roofing | 10/30/2004 |
| Q: That is a good site. I have what they call "Classic Rib". They differ in where the screws go! The ... A: My company does not manufacture that sort of "sheet" roofing so I do not have any first-hand ... | |
| Dressing Up Metal Roofing | 10/30/2004 |
| Q: I have already put on a metal roof. The roof has no bad angles, just a regular pitched roof, ... A: Rich, Thanks for your question. It is good to hear from you and I am glad that you chose a metal ... | |
| metal roof | 10/29/2004 |
| Q: well im a pensacola florida storm victam was in need of new roof before storm one now for sure im a ... A: Bobby, Good luck with this project. You're asking some questions which are fairly complex. I ... | |
| Metal Roof | 10/29/2004 |
| Q: We just got a metal roof put on over our shingled one. The question is this, where the roof on the ... A: Nice last name by the way! There does have to be some sort of flashing in place so that water ... | |
| tar paper/roofing. | 10/27/2004 |
| Q: I'm trying to do a generalcost spreadsheet and I can't find tarpaper. I was wandering if there is ... A: The "demo membrane roofing 3-ply" sounds like a roll roofing or a flast roofing membrane. ... | |
| medal roof over old tin roof rusting | 10/18/2004 |
| Q: if i put a new metal roof, 36" wide panels, 12" apart ribs, will the tin roof under it still rusr? ... A: Tony, Condensation can occur on the back side of such metal roofing on occasion. You will want a ... | |
| rusty metal roof | 10/16/2004 |
| Q: Covering the additions on my house I have raised seamed galvanized metal roofing material, which is ... A: I have to admit that, from dealing with new metal roofing, I do not know a whole lot about metal ... | |
| Insulating an older attic | 10/14/2004 |
| Q: Todd, I just bought an older home(1930) that has an attic with NO insulation or vents. I would like ... A: Insulation should go on top of the ceilings. Then, yes, you should get some attic ventilation. If ... | |
| Metal roofing? | 10/12/2004 |
| Q: I am about to add a mother-in-law appartment onto the end of my house. I plan to reroof my house at ... A: Greg, This is a pretty complex question but I will try to help. First, visit ... | |
| Additional intake venting? | 10/8/2004 |
| Q: Todd, I sent you the pics last night from my regular e-mail (pharmacist25@yahoo.com). Did you ... A: Is this a Ryan or Pulte home by any chance? I think I can see that your soffits have that narrow ... | |
| Additional intake venting? | 10/7/2004 |
| Q: Yes, the soffit vents are on the eaves and not the gables. Adding to the gables I don't think would ... A: Sorry for the confusion -- I was referring to eave soffit vents. You definitely do not want gable ... | |
| Additional intake venting? | 10/7/2004 |
| Q: Todd, thanks so much for your time. Yes the soffit vents are in the eave soffits. My attic sq. ... A: Is there any way you can add more soffit vents? Would you like to send me pictures of what you have? ... | |
| Additional intake venting? | 10/7/2004 |
| Q: I live in a 2 story colonial on a full basement. I have a gas furnace for the basement and 1st ... A: I will try to help you as best I can but we may need some follow-up communication as well. I am ... | |
| Hurricane roof replacement - is metal better? | 10/2/2004 |
| Q: We are in FL just went through 3 hurricanes. The first two hurricanes (with about 65 mph gusts) ... A: So sorry to hear of your situation. You folks in Florida have had way too much rough weather this ... | |
| copper shingles/roofing | 9/26/2004 |
| Q: I am building a small replica Eurpean "tower" as a cabin. It is a rock sided, octogan. I am putting ... A: Good luck on your project -- it sounds beautiful. I am a little confused by exactly what sort of ... | |
| ROOFING MATERIAL | 9/24/2004 |
| Q: IVAN RIPPED ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES FROM MY ROOF, MOSTLY SOUTHERN EXPOSURE. WHAT'S BEST TO USE TO ... A: Pete, I am sorry to hear about the damages you sustained. There are lots of positive stories about ... | |
| corrugated tin roof | 9/17/2004 |
| Q: i have a 20'X 60' workshop in back of my home that is freestanding. Roof is corrugated tin that was ... A: There are "metal roof restoration" systems available which consist of a mesh material adhered down ... | |
| Metal roof over damaged asphalt | 9/17/2004 |
| Q: Tim, Thank you very much for helping us all out. I purchased an old farm with a newer (circa 1960) ... A: The ultimate question here is whether you can get solid attachment to anything. Vertical seam metal ... | |
| flat roof ventilation | 9/16/2004 |
| Q: I am rebuilding part of my home including a new garage with flat roofs that have a slope of 1/4" per ... A: This is a pretty complex situation but I will try to help and perhaps you will wnat to call me at ... | |
| Installing a Metal Roof | 9/10/2004 |
| Q: I have a double wide mobile home. Each side 15X78. I have 3 skylights, 1 fireplace and several ... A: Installation depends upon what type of metal roof you're installing. The manufacturers of these ... | |
| Tin roofing as replacement | 9/8/2004 |
| Q: I have a 30+ year old cedar-sided, "rustic contemporary" home. The screened back porch was built by ... A: Roofing pitch is measured in terms of rise over run, in relation to 12. For example, 3:12 would ... | |
| Roofing | 8/27/2004 |
| Q: We are planning to build a new house & want to install a metal roof, one builder I have talked to ... A: There are many metal roofing products available which can be installed without solid decking beneath ... | |
| Metal Roof | 8/23/2004 |
| Q: I am planning to have a metal roof installed on my barn shaped garage/upstairs rec room. I will be ... A: First of all, I will be glad to answer any specific questions you run into. Here are a couple of ... | |
| hail damage | 8/23/2004 |
| Q: We recently had large marble sized hail damage to our seven year old dimensonal asphalt roof. The ... A: Because I work with metal roofing, my knowledge of this is limited. However, I will share my ... | |
| Aluminum Roofing | 8/18/2004 |
| Q: I am rebuiling a screen porch and would like to put an aluminum roof on it. What's the lowest pitch ... A: Billy, It really depends upon what style of aluminum roof you're installing. Shake, shingle, and ... | |
| ventillation | 8/16/2004 |
| Q: I own a single family home with one level and an attic, the home is approx. 30'x35' The roof on my ... A: Tough question to answer. Currently, it sounds like you have a lot more soffit vent than other ... | |
| pitch for metal roof | 8/15/2004 |
| Q: We don't have a lot of room to work with over our deck but would like to cover it using metal ... A: Great question. All metal roof panels have interlocks or seams of some sort, always vertically and ... | |
| metal roofing condensation | 8/2/2004 |
| Q: I have a metal roof, galvanized steel, that drips water onto the floor on cool mornings. I have the ... A: Here are a few ideas. 1) Many metal roofs, especially, if they are installed residnetially, are ... | |
| Sealing tin roof | 7/29/2004 |
| Q: I have a tin roof over a screened in family room attached to the main home. The room is ... A: There needs to be a flashing with a positive pitch to it at the transition between the two roofs. ... | |
| Slate Roof | 7/17/2004 |
| Q: My Victorian house was built around 1900's- and it has a fiberglass roof over the top of a slate ... A: My "guess" is that the fiberglass shingles were nailed right through the slate. With some slate, you ... | |
| Snow/Ice Breaks on Metal Roofing | 7/14/2004 |
| Q: Todd, Thank you for taking my question. I had a standing seam metal roof installed 18 mos ago on ... A: Grant, I have generally seen good luck with the plastic snowguards which are applied with adhesive. ... | |
| metal roofing over shingles? | 7/6/2004 |
| Q: can i put metal roofing over my asphalt shingles? IF I CAN HOW IS THE BEST WAY TO DO IT? ... A: Due to their low weight and unique design, many metal roofs can be installed over old asphalt ... | |
| metal roof | 7/5/2004 |
| Q: I have a deck that has a metal roof, metal roofing from Lowes. It has the 1 x 4's across the 2 x 6's ... A: I think I understand that you have 2 x 6's as your roof decking and then put spaced 1 x 4s ... | |
| tin roof | 7/5/2004 |
| Q: Any reason why i can't use tin to redo the roof on my mobile home/\\ Actually not going to 'redo" ... A: Jane, Thanks for the question. I assume you are referring to something like 5V Crimp or a R Panel ... | |
| flashing metal roofs | 6/26/2004 |
| Q: I installed a metal roof for dad. I need to flash the chimney, two 9' square vents and the main ... A: Mike, Thanks for your question. It's not your fault but you have hit on one of my worst pet peeves. ... | |
| metal roofing | 6/16/2004 |
| Q: I installed metal roofing to a small barn, and some of the screws hit rotten wood and didn't hold. ... A: You need to have a corrosion resistant and painted screw, color matched if possible to the roof. The ... | |
| heating cable | 6/11/2004 |
| Q: I replaced my roof with a metal roof about 5 years ago. In hindsight I now realize I should have ... A: Good to hear from you. Attic ventilation could help. You want the attic to be as close to outside ... | |
| Metel roofing | 6/8/2004 |
| Q: Thinking of reroofing garage now and later the house. Like the idea of metal but information seems ... A: William, Thank you for your questions. A good source of information on residential metal roofing is ... | |
| Leak | 5/27/2004 |
| Q: HELP I have had a roof leak for over a year now on a room add on I built. The add on does not have ... A: Doug, It sounds to me like this low pitch roof has asphalt shingles on it? Most asphalt shingles ... | |
| Ridge vent for metal roof. | 5/25/2004 |
| Q: We are installing a new metal roof on our house over existing roof. What we are concerned about is ... A: Katharine, Thanks for your question. Most metal roofing manufacturers either offer matching ridge ... | |
| roof leaks in winter; ice dams | 5/15/2004 |
| Q: Our 1970s vintage condo has cathedral ceilings, finished with cedar, 4in bats with stops, and 2 in ... A: Phil, Gosh, thanks for the question and the detailed description. Not sure I can give "the answer" ... | |
| Roof repair | 5/14/2004 |
| Q: How do I install roofing shingles? The wind has blown off many of the shingles at the peak of the ... A: My expertise is only with metal roofing. If these are metal shingles, then I can help. Let me know. ... | |
| metal siding | 5/10/2004 |
| Q: I bought a house with a pole barn already built---galvanized roof. I poured a slab and am getting ... A: George, I believe that some power shears are electric rather than air powered. On the air-powered ... | |
| Bundles | 5/8/2004 |
| Q: On average, how many sheets of shingles would you say come in a box, or are they only counted by ... A: My experience lies in metal roofing so I have never installed an asphalt shingle in my life. ... | |
| Sealing conduit on metal roof | 4/22/2004 |
| Q: I've just attached a metal post through the edge of my metal roof to attach the power lines, and ... A: You mention two pipes -- are they separate from each other so that you are flashing around two round ... | |
| Tear down or Re-roof?? | 4/20/2004 |
| Q: House is 20 years old--- will be first roof--Shingles are brittle and cracking/breaking. Is it ok. ... A: With most asphalt shingles, the warranties are voided if the old roof is not installed. The ... | |
| sifting through quotes | 4/19/2004 |
| Q: Todd-- I've gotten four roofing companies to provide quotes on removing a wood shake roof and ... A: Mike, my expertise is in metal roofing, not asphalt shingles but, just the same, I have some ... | |
| Gutters and downspouts/electrolysis | 4/15/2004 |
| Q: I recently had my roof replaced. The roofing contractor installed "coated steel drip edges" at the ... A: Electrolysis has nothing to do with an electrical current. Dissimilar metals, when together and in ... | |
| Solar Reflecting Paint | 4/13/2004 |
| Q: I've recently bought a new home and repaired a leaking flat roof. I was advised to have it painted ... A: Reflectivity is primarily about color. Lighter colors are reflective. High gloss also increases ... | |
| Ridge vents | 4/4/2004 |
| Q: I'm having a new roof installed-a complete tear-off, and my roof has poor ventilation. One ... A: Laurie, Sounds like you are doing your research in order to avoid future problems. I am glad to ... | |
| Painting Metal Roof? | 4/2/2004 |
| Q: We will try to get a sample of the roof metal to try this process on. But I am also wondering if ... A: Met-Fab produces, I believe, only standing seam panels, meaning that all fasteners are concealed. As ... | |
| Painting Metal Roof? | 4/1/2004 |
| Q: I am building a new home and had a standing seam metal roof installed on the porch for accent. ... A: If you use a Scotchbrite pad or steel wool to rough up the surface a bit, and then clean it and ... | |
| Tar Paper | 3/26/2004 |
| Q: How long can roofing paper sit exposed on a roof with no shingles, through snow and rain before it ... A: Really, the best determination is a physical inspection. If there are tears or holes in it, it ... | |
| question on roofing | 3/25/2004 |
| Q: I have several home improvement website I market heavily on the internet. I'm looking to expand the ... A: I am not sure what you have in mind but my company has provided numerous articles, etc. on ... | |
| low sloped roof | 3/25/2004 |
| Q: i am a homeowner with a low sloped roof. i have been told that a heat welded roll roof is the best ... A: Rachel, My company manufactures metal roof systems which are to be used on slopes of 3:12 or ... | |
| roofing | 3/11/2004 |
| Q: I have a slate roof and want to replace it with a metal roof. (small leak) What is the best way to ... A: Here's the info from my company's Technical Bulletin on roofing over slate. If you have any further ... | |
| Metal Roofing over Asphalt shingles? | 2/22/2004 |
| Q: I have an old Victorian in the Northeast that is about 20' X 28' and with a roof that is made of ... A: I apologize for my slow response. I have been out of town. With your current roof, whenever the ... | |
| TYPES OF METAL ROOFS | 2/18/2004 |
| Q: I AM GOING TO HAVE INSTALLED A METAL ROOF OVER MY CURRENT ASPHALT ROOF. THE CONTRACTOR STATED THAT ... A: Hands down, the concealed fastener system -- the more expensive one of course -- is the better ... | |
| old metal roofing | 2/13/2004 |
| Q: I'm looking at a fixer-upper in new england with a metal roof. Not panels like today but seemingly ... A: Gosh, I'd love to see pictures of this roof! Here are a few thoughts ... The roof is probably 80 - ... | |
| heat tapes for gutters? | 2/10/2004 |
| Q: one last statement and question. the gutters are on the facia, the facia and soffit, extend beyond ... A: Generally, the cause of ice damming is when, due to inadequate insulation and ventilation, heat from ... | |
| heat tapes for gutters? | 2/10/2004 |
| Q: i forgot to mention, this building of main concern, has 8" of rear over hang and around 18"-2' in ... A: Wherever good ventilation can be added, I'd be in favor of it. Good ventilation requires intake ... | |
| snow packed roof is leaking | 2/10/2004 |
| Q: I live in Winnipeg, Canada. We are experiencing the coldest and snowiest winter in a long time. I ... A: I am assuming this is an asphalt shingle roof? The leak may very well be caused strictly by the ice ... | |
| heat tapes for gutters? | 2/9/2004 |
| Q: i have been searching on google.com since i asked the question,, what do you mean" be sure to line" ... A: Sorry for my lack of clarity. I believe that, with most of these products, just one heat tape ... | |
| heat tapes for gutters? | 2/9/2004 |
| Q: I live in Wi and have a couple of older properties with low pitch roofs, and gutters jamb if snow ... A: Most home centers, lumberyards, and larger hardware stores will stock heat tapes. They can be ... | |
| Tin Roof troubles | 2/9/2004 |
| Q: About three months ago I had a friend of mine come up and install a tin roof on my flat surfaced ... A: You need to completely clean off the old paint. I would then suggest cleaning the metal very good, ... | |
| Flat roof replacement | 2/9/2004 |
| Q: I am negotiating a contract to buy a row house in Washington D.C. The structure is about 80 years. ... A: I suspect this is a very low pitch roof? Ideally, soldered copper sheets would be nice but pretty ... | |
| Ventalation | 2/5/2004 |
| Q: I am a female and I am telling you this first hand so you will understand why I dont know what kind ... A: Tori, Thanks for your question. To get good ventilation, you need intake and exhaust. In most ... | |
| Metal roof replacement | 1/16/2004 |
| Q: My sister lives in a house with pitched roof in upstate New York, where it tends to snow a lot. It ... A: If the roof pitch is 3:12 or greater (3' of rise for 12' of run), there are many good metal roofs ... | |
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Todd E. Miller
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Expertise
I am available to answer any questions pertaining to residential (or other sloped) metal roofing. I have knowledge of most available products but I like to approach projects from a "needs" basis and analyze them individually. Additionally, I can answer most questions about building ventilation.
Experience
I have worked for a manufacturer of residential metal roofing since 1980. I currently serve as President and have been involved with a wide variety of projects of all types across the world.
Organizations
I am a board member for Metal Construction Association, Metal Roofing Alliance, the local United Way, our church, and our son's school.
Publications
Over the years, I have had articles appear in several trade journals including RSI, Remodeling, and Qualified Remodeler.
Education/Credentials
I have a B.A. in Communications and have also completed three years of training with the E-Myth Academy.
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