| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Roof replacement | 11/13/2009 |
Q: Dan I am looking at 5 apartment buildings of about 9 units each with hi pitched roofs. orginally ...
A: Sorry about the slow response. The International Residential Code, which is the Building code that ...
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| tar and gravel roof rplacement | 11/11/2009 |
Q: We have leaks in our almost 40 year old flat tar and gravel roof. I have tried to fix them but have ...
A: It sounds like you really got your money’s worth out of your old gravel roof, 40 years is a long ...
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| Wood Stove Roof Vents | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I have a mountain cabin with a steep metal roof. I want to install a wood burning stove with a 6" ...
A: That question is best asked of the stove manufacturer. The type of exhaust pipe depends a lot of how ...
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| Slate roof and Insulation | 10/15/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a 100 year old house with a slate roof. I have a slate roof question and a couple ...
A: The closed-cell spray foam is the only material I know of that will do everything you need to do ...
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| New Roof | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A BARN AND A HOUSE THAT NEEDS A NEW ROOF> I AM NOT SURE WHICH WAY TO GO_TO JUST PUT ...
A: You can get your answers at metalroofing.com It is the website for the MRA or Metal Roofing ...
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| Attic Ventallation | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I have an electric attic roof fan that when running appears to pull air out of the house. The house ...
A: Yes, generally speaking, your attic would be heated and cooled as the rest of the home. Doing this ...
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| Attic Ventallation | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I have an electric attic roof fan that when running appears to pull air out of the house. The house ...
A: If you are replacing your roof I would recommend products from DCI products or TrimLIne. They both ...
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| ice and water shield | 10/9/2009 |
Q: What is the cost of ice and water shield--material only?
A: Ice %26 Water Shield varies widely in price. It is usually sold in 1 square (100 sq feet) rolls ...
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| metal roof leak | 10/7/2009 |
Q: we recently had a metal roof installed on our screened-in porch. When it rains a a certain angle we ...
A: We have had good results with a product called EMSEAL AST. It is a compressible foam that is ...
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| slate roof:closed cell vs open cell on rafters | 10/5/2009 |
Q: homeowner : new construction :i am putting a brazilian slate roof and am not sure if i should spray ...
A: Considerations: 1) Closed-cell spray foam is usually 2x to 3x the cost of open-cell foam. 2) ...
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| Slate roof and Insulation | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a 100 year old house with a slate roof. I have a slate roof question and a couple ...
A: Since you have a Slate roof it is important to find a Slate roof expert to do occasional maintenance ...
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| heat coils | 10/2/2009 |
Q: we get a wall of icicles on one side of house . which are best heat coils on the roof or heat coils ...
A: Most often, ice damming and heavy ice formations are caused by poor insulation somewhere in the roof ...
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| barn roof | 10/1/2009 |
Q: we have a huge old (1925?)dairy barn with a slate roof that has several broken/missing pieces. It ...
A: It totally depends on what kind of Slate is on the roof. Some Slate only lasts 50-75 years, some can ...
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| LOG HOME ROOFING | 9/11/2009 |
Q: AM BUILDING A CYPRESS LOG HOME AND WILL INSTALL A METAL ROOF. GETTING MIXED ADVISE ABOUT VAPOR ...
A: Vapor barriers go to the warm side of the insulation. The foam panel insulation failures I have ...
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| Standing Seam Roof | 9/1/2009 |
Q: We were told that we should pressure wash our standing seam roof before we paint. The house was ...
A: First, you have to make sure that the paint you want to use is compatible with your roofing material ...
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| roofing | 8/31/2009 |
Q: the water and ice shield product, can it be stuck or placed on the roof for several months before ...
A: Standard Water & Ice shields can not be exposed to the elements longer than a couple weeks at most. ...
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| Radiant Barrier in Mountain Climates? | 8/29/2009 |
Q: Dan, We are replacing an old wood shake roof (cold roof- not attic) on a 25 yr old vacation home in ...
A: Many roofing materials will have a shorter life if you install a radiant barrier. Asphalt for ...
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| CONDENSATION UNDER METAL ROOF | 8/29/2009 |
Q: THEY INSTALED A METAL ROOF WITH A GOOD PITCH{NORTHAN NH}OVER AN OLDER FLAT ROOF THEY USED 2X4 2X6 ...
A: Powered attic fans will help. It would be best if you got a unit with automatic switching for heat ...
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| FRT Plywood | 8/28/2009 |
Q: My house is 30 yrs old and the roof needs to be completely removed and new plywood laid. A roofer ...
A: You should call your local building department to see what installation variations they will allow. ...
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| leaks | 8/26/2009 |
Q: Had a new roof installed...did not stop it ... had bricks " re - motared?" still leaks ...only under ...
A: There are 3 areas of chimneys that are prone to leaks. The chimney crown. This is the cement or ...
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| Second roof | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I want to put a new roof on my 23 yr old house. Does the original roof have to be taken off before ...
A: Usually the only type of roof that can be installed over a layer of asphalt without voiding your ...
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| roofing choice metal vs enviroshake | 8/24/2009 |
Q: We want to replace our current shingles with either metal or eniroshake or another durable green ...
A: EnviroShake is a great product, but you would be responsible for your own flashing design & ...
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| Roof ice problem | 8/22/2009 |
Q: I have a older northern home which on front of 2nd floor roof has a metal ice slide. I am ...
A: Ice & Water Shield is only for use as an Underlayment, it can not be exposed directly to the ...
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| CONDENSATION UNDER METAL ROOF | 8/20/2009 |
Q: THEY INSTALED A METAL ROOF WITH A GOOD PITCH{NORTHAN NH}OVER AN OLDER FLAT ROOF THEY USED 2X4 2X6 ...
A: Heavy condensation like that means you are loosing a lot of warm humid air through your ceiling. It ...
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| noisy roof turbines | 8/19/2009 |
Q: Have 4 turbines on the roof of my quad villa in a condominium association in Boynton Beach Florida. ...
A: Everything wears out eventually. If they got 35 years out of your present turbines they should not ...
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| Ice and water shield over shakewood? | 8/18/2009 |
Q: What is the code in Il. for puting Ice and watershild down? Can it be put down over lose shakewood ...
A: There are a few requirements in the Building Code that apply to your question. 1)IRC Sec R905.2.1 ...
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| Hot House | 8/7/2009 |
Q: Ever since we got a new composition shingle roof on our house, it has gotten so much hotter during ...
A: There are coatings available for your roof, but they do not usually look good. If your roof is a low ...
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| Eve or eave replacement (2 x 6 x 11.5 Segment) | 8/5/2009 |
Q: My home has a eve section, 2 x 6 x 11.5 with water damage. I would like to remove this moisture ...
A: One problem is that if you have Eave damage, what caused the damage? Almost always the damaging ...
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| ridge vents | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I have 2 estimates for a new roof on my colonial house in Massachusetts. The work and materials in ...
A: They are both good products, both function well. The only issue with the fiber style cobra vents is ...
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| Electric and Solar power vents vs Electric power vent and ridge vent | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I live in NE Ohio. I am planning a complete tear down of my roof along with new gutters and soffit ...
A: First, a couple side notes: 1) Installing a metal roof with a Kynar based "cool roof" pigment will ...
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| Cedar Roofing | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I am building a Gazebo and would like to install cedar roofing directly over 3/4 pine covered with ...
A: One of the biggest issues with Cedar roofing is allowing it to properly breath/dry. If Cedar is ...
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| installation | 7/3/2009 |
Q: I am considering re reroofing with Enviroshake and heard that it is preferable to be installed over ...
A: Because of the way the EnviroShake is manufactured, they are fairly consistent in color and aging ...
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| metal clad polyiso | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I am looking to replace my three-tab asphalt shingles with a metal roof. In particular, I'm looking ...
A: We have not used these types of panels yet. But we have done several of the SIPs panel projects. ...
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| metal clad polyiso | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I am looking to replace my three-tab asphalt shingles with a metal roof. In particular, I'm looking ...
A: The IRC code does not require a tear off of a single layer of Asphalt shingles if you are installing ...
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| installation | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I am considering re reroofing with Enviroshake and heard that it is preferable to be installed over ...
A: Enviroshake is approved for installation of spaced board (roof lath) construction, it does not ...
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| Enviroshake vs EcoStar et al | 6/28/2009 |
Q: My current cedar shake roof needs to be replaced. I am investigating Enviroshake as a replacement ...
A: The company has been around for at least 10 years in it's present form. It's founder developed the ...
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| Euroslate rubber roof | 6/18/2009 |
Q: I see that you've answered some questions before regarding EuroSlate(www.euroslate.ca) products. I ...
A: 1) The color consistency was an issue with the early EuroShake and EuroSlate products. They have ...
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| Metal Standing Seam - Oil Canning | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I just had a new metal standing seam roof installed and it has ripples all over it. I recently ...
A: Honestly, I expected you to say that the roof was a 29 or 26 gage steel or maybe a .020+/- Aluminum. ...
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| rain diverters | 6/16/2009 |
Q: We put up a metal roof on our home. Last winter the snow slid right off and created a pile of ice ...
A: We install snow guards over doorways and garage doors. There are many types available. There are ...
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| Energy efficient roof in hot climate | 6/11/2009 |
Q: I plan to re-roof in Southern California. Southwest facing portion of house unbearably hot in ...
A: A metal roof material with an EnergyStar rated kynar paint would make a significant difference in ...
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| Metal Standing Seam - Oil Canning | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I just had a new metal standing seam roof installed and it has ripples all over it. I recently ...
A: The thinner the gage, the more it will oil can. We use commercial 24 gage steel because of this. Do ...
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| metal vs asphalt roof | 6/8/2009 |
Q: We are considering replacing our current roof with a metal/if there is a green suggestion also, ...
A: There are exposed fastener metal roof panels that can be installed for about the same cost as ...
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| metal roof and round chimney pipe seal | 5/29/2009 |
Q: WHat is the best and most aesthetic solution for installing a metal roof around an existing chimney ...
A: The manufacturer of your metal roof of choice should offer a metal boot to seal around the chimney ...
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| Solar vent vs. turbine | 5/26/2009 |
Q: My question is simple I am going to install some solar vents to pull air out of my attic. two ...
A: Generally speaking the less holes you have in your roof, the better. If you have vents in your ...
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| Geodesic Roof Replacement | 5/13/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me what is the best recommended roof replacement for a geodesic dome home. This is a ...
A: There are not a lot of materials that would function well on a Geodesic Dome. All the different ...
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| Sub roof material for older home | 5/8/2009 |
Q: Dan, Thank you very much for the service that you provide. I recently purchased an 80 year old ...
A: The 30 lb tar paper/builders felt is significantly weaker than peel & stick membranes, it should ...
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| tile roof leaks | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a rancher in Maryland which has stucco siding and a terracotta (Spanish) tile ...
A: If the roof leaked before you purchased the home, the seller and real estate agents are required by ...
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| Replace roof | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have a customer who is buying a 1300 square foot brick home with asphalt roof. It is a gentle ...
A: In order to ensure your customers can get their Tax Credit you should install a product with an ...
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| Tin roof on tudor house | 4/12/2009 |
Q: Buying 1930 Tudor with 3 layers of asphalt roofing that will not pass certification. I think a tin ...
A: Take a look at a product called Country Manor Shake by Classic Metal out of Piqua Ohio. That style ...
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| type of shingle/color | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I live in New Brunswick Canada which borders Maine, so Northeast cold harsh winters. Need to get our ...
A: Color does make a difference in asphalt shingles, nut not a lot. The mass of asphalt shingles heats ...
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| Roofing over an already wet roof | 3/20/2009 |
Q: Tomorrow a roofer is expected to put another layer of roofing on my home. There is a blizzard ...
A: I certainly would not roof over a wet roof, but I know roofers who do. Shingles have to warm so ...
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| Sunroom roof is leaking | 3/17/2009 |
Q: My aluminum sunroom roof is leaking. The roofing contractor says this is a common problem and roof ...
A: A properly installed metal roof doesn't leak and doesn't rely on caulking to seal it. Most asphalt ...
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| Rain Diverter on Flat Roof? | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I have a flat roof (.25/12") and have a huge rainwater problem since there are no gutters (and I ...
A: Sorry, when you said it was a torch-down roof, I assumed it was a Mod Bit (Modified Bitumen) roof, ...
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| roofing | 3/14/2009 |
Q: We added an room onto our trailer and we seem not to be able to get all the leaks stopped... Please ...
A: The best roofing material I know of for mobile home roofs is EPDM rubber. It is installed in a ...
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| Rain Diverter on Flat Roof? | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I have a flat roof (.25/12") and have a huge rainwater problem since there are no gutters (and I ...
A: Mod Bit roofs incorporate a "cant" at transitions to vertical walls. This Cant is like a wood 2x2 ...
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| Roof Leak | 3/12/2009 |
Q: I had a roof cap installed last year and I believe it's leaking. Is it possible for the wind to blow ...
A: If an improper ridge cap was installed, it sure can leak a lot. In snow areas snow can easily blow ...
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| felt needed? | 3/11/2009 |
Q: I am building a new wooden barn. I am putting a metal roof on top of my 1x8 pine sheeting. Do I ...
A: Yes you need some type of barrier to protect the wood from the condensation that can form under the ...
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| Re-Sealing Sunroom Roof | 3/11/2009 |
Q: Just purchased this home. Sunroom about 10 years old. Metal roof has 5 vertical seams with 4-5"wide ...
A: If a metal roof is installed properly, it is almost impossible for them to leak. With the take and ...
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| Double Dryer Roofing Vent | 3/11/2009 |
Q: This is a condominium problem. Do they make a roofing receptacle that will handle two dryer vents ...
A: I have never seen such a thing. I would assume that it would not pass code due to issues with ...
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| Ceiling keeps sweating even after insulating | 3/9/2009 |
Q: My husband and I purchased a house older house in September of last year. Since we've moved in I've ...
A: What you are describing is pretty common. Drafts blowing in through vents can move blown-in ...
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| ROOFING A LOW PITCHED ROOF | 3/7/2009 |
Q: I have A LOW PITCHED ROOF THAT I INHERITED WHEN I BOUGHT MY HOUSE. WHEN I BOUGHT THE HOUSE THE ROOF ...
A: The lowest slope an asphalt roof should be installed on is 4L12 (4 in 12). It sounds like yours is ...
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| water in attic | 3/7/2009 |
Q: i have water in my attic that appears to be the elting of frost on the inside of the wood that makes ...
A: There can be a couple contributing factors. 1) You need balanced ventilation, this means properly ...
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| hog valley | 3/7/2009 |
Q: We've just bought a house and whilst getting a gutter quote I was told I should reinstall my hog ...
A: The most common terminology is a Dead Valley, these can cause a lot of problems if not dealt with ...
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| Moisture in Attic when it snows, new Roof | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I had a new roof put on a few weeks ago. When it snows there is moisture in the attic (no it is not ...
A: This usually happens when you have a lot of escaping moist heat. If you look over your attic ...
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| leaking flat roof | 2/26/2009 |
Q: i have a flat roof 2 to 1 pitch i put shingles over it and have had nothing but leaks do to ice ...
A: Patching materials will never seal long unless what is under them is a good foundation. You should ...
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| Dormer Leak | 2/23/2009 |
Q: About one year ago a man did his own roof.He's not a roofer and it's bean leaking around his ...
A: Remove the material he installed, install proper Ice & Water Shield at the sides and upper valleys, ...
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| Metal roof | 2/18/2009 |
Q: We have an older two story home that we need to replace the roof. We are looking to metal. Do we ...
A: Sorry about the terribly slow response, I have been down with the flu for awhile. Absolutely you ...
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| roof leak from ice dam | 2/7/2009 |
Q: My house is about 25 yrs ago. My great room has cathedral ceilings with no attic space above it. ...
A: Sorry about the terribly slow response, I have been down with the flu for awhile. The melt from ice ...
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| roof fade | 2/6/2009 |
Q: Hey Dan, I put a Fiber-cement roof on my house about 4 yrs ago and the Charcoal color is fading ...
A: I have no experience with painting fiber-cement roofing. But, most of the problems I have seen were ...
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| cleaning tar off metal roof | 2/3/2009 |
Q: What product can I use to remove tar off a kynar finish metal roof without making the metal dull or ...
A: You should contact the manufacturer to ask what cleaners you can use on their paint without voiding ...
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| roof leak from ice dam | 2/1/2009 |
Q: My house is about 25 yrs ago. My great room has cathedral ceilings with no attic space above it. ...
A: Sorry about the really slow response, we have a bit of the flu here. This is an article I wrote ...
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| barn roof | 1/1/2009 |
Q: We are restoring (starting with a new poured concrete foundation) our 100 year old 26' x 52' gambrel ...
A: You might want to get some input from a structural Engineer to make sure everything is good for the ...
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| 25 year Architectural Shingles | 12/29/2008 |
Q: Are 25 year Architectural Shingles still avaliable? I have one person (Real Estate Agent / builder) ...
A: We don't do anything with asphalt shingles besides throwing them away..... I have seen so called 30 ...
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| pvc throu-roof vent pipe sheered off from snow sliding | 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: The product you are looking for is called VentSaver. You can buy it at www.snojax.com or call them ...
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| Roof | 12/15/2008 |
Q: We are in the process of designing our new home (in Michigan). I have read that asphalt roofs are ...
A: Sorry about the slow response, things are busy. We are doing a lot of the flat roofs with gardens ...
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| Felt replacement under tile | 12/3/2008 |
Q: Are there any new materials or methods to put under the tile on my roof that would last longer than ...
A: If you have 1 visible area of felt failure, the rest is usually in about the same condition. Felt ...
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| Re : Roof Leak | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I live near Houston, TX in suburb called Pearland in a 2-story house and after Hurricane Ike, I have ...
A: I would recommend that you have the insurance adjuster add the damage to your claim. It usually ...
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| Layout 5v crimp | 11/18/2008 |
Q: How do you establish the layout point of a hip roof for 5v crimp application. The metal manufacturer ...
A: You are correct to be concerned. Many installers do not worry about lining anything up and the ...
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| barrel clay tile vs concrete clay tile roof | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I currently have a cement tile roof that needs to be replaced. Our association requires roof ...
A: We do not do much with clay tile because of the maintenance issues and our bitter cold winters. ...
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| Two questions. | 11/9/2008 |
Q: Is it possible to raise the entire roof on a property to add ceiling height? The span on the second ...
A: I am not exactly sure what you are asking. 1) It is possible to add another floor above a present ...
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| eco-friendly roof | 11/4/2008 |
Q: We are rebuilding (more than a simple renovation) a large split-level home and wish to use green ...
A: There have been many manufacturers of synthetic Slates and Shake. Many of these companies do not ...
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| Certainteed shingles | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I am a Contractor, and I was not aware of the numerous class action suits against Certainteed. ...
A: We do not work with asphalt shingles for many reasons, one of which is their short life. Since the ...
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| Rodge Vent Usage | 10/26/2008 |
Q: We have a finished attic. The roof is a hot roof system with insulation up against the sheathing. ...
A: The only insulation I know of that is approved for under-deck contact is certain types of spray ...
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| Roofing and Foam Insulation | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I am currently getting some quotes to remove my slate roof and replace it with shingles or a cool ...
A: The International Residential Code (IRC) section R806.4 allows for what is called "Conditioned Attic ...
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| metal painted black roofing | 10/18/2008 |
Q: We have a thirty year old northern Vermont house with metal roofing. If we painted the roof black ...
A: Not all metal roofs can be painted, you should check with the manufacturer. The color Black (if it ...
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| Ventilation in roof | 10/13/2008 |
Q: Long story short - I have a mobile home where the bathroom ceiling has begun to crack down the seam. ...
A: The hose from your bath fan must be vented directly to the outdoors. They can never vent to an attic ...
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| Specifying a new standing seam metal roof | 10/7/2008 |
Q: Dan, I have decided that I want to replace my 40 year shingle roof that was damaged in a hail storm ...
A: Many of the manufacturers do not deal directly with the public, most go through distributors, but ...
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| setting for attick exhaust fans | 10/3/2008 |
Q: is there a setting for the summer months and one for the winter months. If so, what are these ...
A: The settings depend on where you are located. Usually, the summertime settings are about 15 to 20 ...
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| Specifying a new standing seam metal roof | 10/2/2008 |
Q: Dan, I have decided that I want to replace my 40 year shingle roof that was damaged in a hail storm ...
A: The best place to start looking for a metal roof is metalroofing.com it is the site for the Metal ...
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| steep roof shingle recommendation | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I appreciate any help that you can give me. I live in Louisiana and we are experiencing about one ...
A: By far, the roofing products that survive the highest wind tests are steel roofs. Most have wind ...
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| 5-V ridge cap closure strips for ventilation + tolerances | 9/27/2008 |
Q: will be installing wider (9in fr ctr) ridge cap on 3-1/2 in 12 as extra rain-blow guard on this ...
A: There are compressible products that conform to the shape of the panels and there are die-cut fiber ...
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| Kasselwood Roofing quote | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I just received a quote for a Kasselwood metal shake roof at 9.50 per square foot or 950 per square. ...
A: Prices vary a lot by region and contractor. For example, on installation labor here in the Chicago ...
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| roof over garage door | 9/25/2008 |
Q: If you are putting on a garage an overhang over the garage door and side entrance door for looks and ...
A: The overhang you are referring to is usually called a Cornice, if it has a short section that goes ...
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| Radiant Barrier / Underlayment | 9/22/2008 |
Q: Are there any products currently available to go on the exterior of roof decking such as an ...
A: Most painted metal roofing products use a Kynar paint that includes "cool roof" pigmenting that ...
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| Roof ridge attic vent | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I have been unable to find the actual term for this fan. (I bought the house 12 yrs ago with fan ...
A: A whole house fan blows air from the living space to the attic. An attic fan blows air from the ...
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| Roofing material selection | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I am trying to figure out how a sheet metal and a hot mopped roof compare. My understanding is that ...
A: An Aluminum or steel roof will cost more than a hot-mopped roof. The metal roof requires more ...
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| Troch down roof | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I forgot to ask my second question. The torch down roof is in a prefect location for solar panels. ...
A: You really need to install all the solar panel hardware when the new roof is installed. There are ...
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| torch down roof with rot in the fascia board | 9/15/2008 |
Q: The roof on my house has a low slope torch down roof. The fascia board is rotted in several places ...
A: It is tough to say. 15 years could be the end of most torch-down roofs, but there can be variables. ...
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| replacing drip edge on Florida conctrete barrel tile roof | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I have a concrete barrel tile roof in Sarasota, FL. There are no gutters. The old drip edge is ...
A: There are companies that make special retrofit flashings for clay tile roofs, I have seen them at ...
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| Abestos tile | 8/21/2008 |
Q: I work for a General contractor in Kansas City. I am a former adjuster and handle insurance claims ...
A: I agree, the fiber cement roofing products I have seen are not worth buying or installing. As you ...
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| Copper Flashing | 8/19/2008 |
Q: Our Home Owner's Association has multiple bids for a new room. The current roofing is was laid over ...
A: If the Copper flashings are thick enough for architectural use (12 ounce or heavier) and they were ...
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| Metal Roof for a Camp | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I have purchased a hunting camp that has a traditional rolled roof on it. I would like to protect ...
A: A single layer of felt between the old asphalt roof and the new steel roof panels is fine. If you ...
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| soffets and facia | 8/18/2008 |
Q: The wood on my soffets and facia is in sad shape. I am going to replace and paint the entire house. ...
A: There are many brands of fiber cement products, many are offered with baked on factory paints with ...
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| cedar roof ridge cap | 8/11/2008 |
Q: how do you place and nail cedar shingles when building a ridge cap ?
A: There needs to be a functional ridge cap under the Cedar ridge pieces. Usually it is just an upside ...
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| Metal Roof for a Camp | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I have purchased a hunting camp that has a traditional rolled roof on it. I would like to protect ...
A: The vapor barrier should be seamless, like a single sheet of poly sheeting, 6 mill works best, with ...
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| Metal Roof for a Camp | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I have purchased a hunting camp that has a traditional rolled roof on it. I would like to protect ...
A: You should look at exposed fastener 5V panels. Most home or lumber stores can order this. They ...
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| 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: As far as stone coated roofing goes, Gerard has a much better and longer warranty. Gerard & Decra ...
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| Metal Roof Sweating in Heat | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I have installed a metal roof in a residential home with a vaulted ceiling, no attic. There are ...
A: You need a really good vapor barrier on the underside of the rafters. The moisture is getting past ...
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| Attic ventilation | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I have soffit vents plus 2 non functioning power roof vents and just recently added 28' of ridge ...
A: In areas that have cold temps in the winter, it is important to have ventilation flow from the eaves ...
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| Replacing New Roof | 7/27/2008 |
Q: Due to the hail damage, the insurance company gave me the green light to replace the roof. One ...
A: I am very sorry about the slow response, we were out of town and forgot to switch our account to "on ...
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| roofing materials for a geodesic dome home | 7/24/2008 |
Q: Can you roof or reroof a geodesic dome home with your materials...instead of it's present asphalt ...
A: I have never thought about this before as we have never been requested to quote a roof for a ...
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| stone coated steel roofs | 7/23/2008 |
Q: What is your opinion about Gerard stone coated steel roofs?
A: We have used them with good success. They have very good customer service, most do not. Their manuf ...
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| stone coated steel roofs | 7/21/2008 |
Q: What are the pros and cons regarding stone coated steel roofs?
A: The stones have a nice matte finish. They have the highest ratings in wind, hail, fire and hail. ...
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| Roof over Roof | 7/20/2008 |
Q: Now since it's not "dimensional" shingle, I'll have to replace it with a "dimensional" single in ...
A: I really can't answer your question about installing asphalt over asphalt, we do nothing with those ...
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| Metal shingle over wood shake | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I am planning to place a steel shingle roof over a wood shake roof. I will add a 1 1/2 inch ...
A: The spaced decking (instead of plywood) you have is intended to breath well. That should prevent the ...
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| Metal shingle over wood shake | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I am planning to place a steel shingle roof over a wood shake roof. I will add a 1 1/2 inch ...
A: There are several companies that allow their products to be installed over an old shake roof, but we ...
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| Rubber Roof Tiles/Shingles | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I saw an ad for EuroSlate(www.euroslate.ca) slate style shingles made from recycled tires. They have ...
A: We have used the EuroSlate/EuroShake products. You will want to check with their sales department, ...
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| Insulating outside of the rafters | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I'm adding a second floor to my house, which will include a walk-up attic with living space. I want ...
A: The most important issue you have to deal with is any joint, gap or void in materials where moisture ...
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| Copper roof over baywindow | 7/15/2008 |
Q: Dan, the outside of my house has no curb appeal and one eye sore is the copper roof. It is a drab ...
A: We have installed quite a bit of Copper. We have tried every professional product to clean old ...
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| green roof and straw bale construction | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I have a client who wants to build a straw bale house, and he wants to use straw for the roof ...
A: I agree with you that a ceiling insulation must be moisture, rot and mold resistant. Personally, I ...
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| ridge vent vs. turbine | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I am replacing my roof.I live in Louisiana (south La) and it is HUMID and Hot several months in ...
A: There are different approaches to dealing with attic heat. If you install a metal roof of some sort ...
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| Insulating a combination timber frame/stick frame home | 7/12/2008 |
Q: 18 years ago we built a part timber frame/part stick frame house. The problem is that we have 6 ...
A: Pick an installer for your foam insulation, find out what company makes their foam chemicals, then ...
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| Insulating a combination timber frame/stick frame home | 7/6/2008 |
Q: 18 years ago we built a part timber frame/part stick frame house. The problem is that we have 6 ...
A: Sorry about the slow response, we have been quite busy. The biggest issue in your situation is ...
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| granular surface rolled roof | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I have a semi-detached, about 90 years old, with a granular surface (asphalt) rolled roof. There ...
A: Building codes allow you to install 1 layer of new roofing over 1 layer of old roofing. Anything ...
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| metal roofs: aluminum or steel? | 6/30/2008 |
Q: Dan, I currently have a shake roof and plan to tear off and put a roof, that truly can "last" 50 ...
A: If a metal roof is installed against a wood deck, like plywood or OSB, it isn't really any louder ...
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| tin roof | 6/28/2008 |
Q: In regards to tin roofs, can you put a new tin roof over old asphalt?
A: Yes, if the asphalt roof is flat, as in not curled up. You usually have to lay down a layer of ...
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| Attic fan vs turbines | 6/25/2008 |
Q: We live in Houston. 1) If a home has a ridge vent, but you would like to cool the attic more, which ...
A: Turbines work well if you live in an area that has constant breezes during the hot months, which ...
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| Attic fan vs turbines | 6/21/2008 |
Q: We live in Houston. 1) If a home has a ridge vent, but you would like to cool the attic more, which ...
A: If installed correctly, a radiant barrier can work well, but it doesn't retro-fit well. You could ...
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| SS Metal roof and heat transfer | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I currently have an asphalt roof in Phoenix. On a cooler day, 100 F, my attic space is 140 F and the ...
A: If you remove your Asphalt roof and switch to any metal, your energy costs will go down because of ...
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| Installing Reflectix | 6/11/2008 |
Q: We live in Charlotte, NC, our two story frame house faces south so the sun shines on our roof most ...
A: We know that asphalt shingles do radiate a lot of heat inward toward the living space. We also know ...
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| Architectual shingles | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Greetings Dan, I live in Southern Wisconsin. I plan to build a barn this summer and shingle it with ...
A: The nails should extend through the shingles by at least 3/4". If you want a longer lasting ...
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| solar powered attic fan | 6/3/2008 |
Q: What is your opinion of putting in ridge venting and attic fans vs attic fans. We live in Florida ...
A: I believe that it is more important to find a product that has a good local presence. Find a local ...
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| Exterior insulation for open beam sealing | 6/3/2008 |
Q: We're all set to re-roof our home (30 year old shake). It's got an open beam sealing almost ...
A: For your situation, we like to use a foam sheet by Dow called tuff-r or super tuff-r. It is ...
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| valleys | 6/2/2008 |
Q: what is the best way to finish off a valley on a roof, metal flashing or a term I heard called the ...
A: We are not the asphalt experts. We have seen a lot of the California weave, when installed ...
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| Roof Addtion | 5/16/2008 |
Q: We are currently putting on a small addition 18 x 26. I have 2 specific questions. 1. Is is bad for ...
A: Great questions! I wish more consumers looked over their projects like you do. You should have to ...
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| Insulating an Uninsulated roof | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I have a summer home in northern Minnesota that has an open beam ceiling that I want to keep. I ...
A: Your biggest issue will be preventing the buildup of moisture. Like you said, it is a good idea to ...
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| Architectural shingles | 5/2/2008 |
Q: Can you place architectural shingles over an existing layer of regular shingles?
A: It is not recommended for the following reasons; 1) Architectural shingles are much heavier than ...
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| 40 year comp. roofing | 4/29/2008 |
Q: Dan, can you tell me if 40 year comp. is worth paying the extra money vs 30 year when it comes to ...
A: We remove a lot of asphalt roofs that are rated at 30, 40 and even 50 years, when the roofs are 9 to ...
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| Replacing 30-Year Cedar Shake Roof | 4/25/2008 |
Q: Am wondering about alternatives. Specifically, either the fake shake... or something else (metal?). ...
A: There are a few manufactures that are making synthetic shakes that look pretty good. RPM, ...
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| shingle ratings | 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: The ratings of Asphalt shingles are very deceiving. You would think that a "40 year" shingle would ...
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| peeling Kynar finish | 4/20/2008 |
Q: Our 12-year old, 24 gauge metal roof with a Kynar finish is in very bad shape, with the finish ...
A: I have never heard of or seen a Kynar paint peel off. You will have to do some research, but there ...
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| re-roofing my 140+ year-old home | 4/16/2008 |
Q: We're looking to get a new roof for our old house. I would like to go as green as possible, but my ...
A: Can you send me a couple photos of your home and the Yankee gutters? ecowiseinc@sbcglobal.net ...
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| copper roof and aluminum gutters | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I have a porch and bay roof that we plan to replace with copper and because the trim is white below ...
A: Whenever 2 dissimilar metals come in contact with each other, while in the presence of an ...
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| copper eaves | 4/14/2008 |
Q: Dan, We have two bay windows with copper eaves and I have noticed green liquid seeping down onto ...
A: The problem is that the Copper lower edge detail is not a "drip edge". A drip edge would extend ...
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| attic ventilation question | 4/11/2008 |
Q: My home is a 1500 sq/ft 40 yo single story built on a crawlspace. Has 3 large gable vents, many ...
A: You might want to try preventing the heat from entering the attic area first to reduce the heat ...
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| Roofing | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I have a 17x43 roof I need to know how many bundles I will need or how many sq I have.
A: Assuming the numbers you gave are "flat" to the roof surface, it would be 17' x 43' = 731 square ...
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| copper eaves | 4/9/2008 |
Q: Dan, We have two bay windows with copper eaves and I have noticed green liquid seeping down onto ...
A: Sorry about the slow response, I was one of the lucky people stranded in Tulsa Oklahoma. Could you ...
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| leaking gable vents | 4/8/2008 |
Q: i have a round vinyl gable vent set in the brick on the north and south side of the house. everytime ...
A: Sorry about the slow response, I was one of the lucky people stranded in Tulsa Oklahoma. It sounds ...
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| Ridge, soffit and powered vent. | 3/31/2008 |
Q: Dan, below is from a previous posting from another South Carolinian. I have the same question, I ...
A: Sorry, I was out of state and the site would not allow me to log in on my laptop. You have solid ...
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| drip edge flashing on tile roof has large holes. | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I bought an older home. Although the roof is in great shape, the drip edge flashing was rusted and ...
A: Sorry, I was out of state and the site would not allow me to log in on my laptop. It would be easy ...
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| Installing a new roof over an existing one | 3/24/2008 |
Q: My home is 17 years old and has the original builders grade shingle roof on it. We have a couple of ...
A: The IRC (International Residential Code) does allow you to cover a single layer of asphalt with a ...
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| FIREPLACE LEAK | 3/23/2008 |
Q: WE JUST BOUGHT OUR DREAM HOME 3 MONTHS AGO AND ALREADY HAVING PROBLEMS. WE HAVE RECENTLY HAVE HAD ...
A: If you do not have a rain cap on your chimney, you could be getting some water in that way, but ...
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| solar roof paints | 3/2/2008 |
Q: do you know anything about HY_TECH products. My sister lives in Fl. and when her roof was destroyed ...
A: The type of product you are referring to is usually used on low-slope or flat roofing. They do ...
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| Trailer Roof | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I live in a trailer that has the flat roof. Ice builds up on the edges of the roof, and then creeps ...
A: When you have the roof replaced, you need to make sure that a metal drip edge is installed. These ...
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| metal roof | 2/28/2008 |
Q: should the radiant barrier be under the entire roof or just the edges? would panels bubble and/or ...
A: If you are using a radiant barrier, it should be under the entire roof surface. Scratches in a good ...
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| When to replace a metal roof | 2/24/2008 |
Q: Our home has a metal roof that we put on when we built our home 22 years ago. We are considering ...
A: If your metal roof is in good structural shape and not rusted, there are coatings available for ...
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| Building & Construction Student | 2/22/2008 |
Q: Is the open valley method considered the most practical method of finishing off a valley?; And Is ...
A: We are not the experts on mineral faced asphalt products. But we can give you generalized ...
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| "Green" Asphalt Shingles? | 2/20/2008 |
Q: Are there any asphalt roofing shingles that are greener than the others? Or does the basic ...
A: An asphalt shingle is about as far away from being "green" as you can get. The manufacturing ...
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| Longest lasting Northeast Roof | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I am interested in the longest lasting roof for a LEDS platinum house. We are adding an addition and ...
A: The best roof we have found to deal with ice dams is a metal roof; in low slope applications (less ...
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| mobile home roof damage | 2/12/2008 |
Q: I have an older 14' single wide mobile home with a large gaping hole in the curved flat metal roof ...
A: Sheet metal alone would be ok if it is supported well and you are not in a snow zone. Snow would ...
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| recycle cedar roof? | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I know, a crazy question. After tearing of my cedar roof (and removing nails, etc.) can the cedar be ...
A: It depends on where you are located, there may be a service that would shred it for you. Usually a ...
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| repairing copper gutters | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 1930 home with a slate roof and copper gutters. A section of the gutters in the back of ...
A: I would recommend finding a good craftsman to check it out before removing them. You may just have a ...
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| mobile home roof damage | 2/5/2008 |
Q: I have an older 14' single wide mobile home with a large gaping hole in the curved flat metal roof ...
A: Any kind of EPDM, PVC or TPO will need a good solid foundation or else they will fail. That way the ...
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| mobile home roof damage | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I have an older 14' single wide mobile home with a large gaping hole in the curved flat metal roof ...
A: No matter what kind of roof you get, it is important to to install a metal drip edge to all edges. ...
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| New Cedar Shake | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I am installing a new cedar shake roof for a friend who has to sell the house as they have moved to ...
A: It looks like you have been doing a lot of homework, that is rare. 1) You may not get much of a ...
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| Leaking vent pipe | 1/29/2008 |
Q: When we get rain (usually heavier rain) water drips into the laundry room from the venting pipe that ...
A: Water leaking in or around the exhaust vent will absolutely damage your water heater and/or your ...
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| Mobile home roof | 1/28/2008 |
Q: We have a 1968 20x40 mobile home, metal roof. It had a tar paper and gravel on it when we moved in. ...
A: It sounds like your roofer did not install a proper drip-edge before installing your roof. Without ...
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| asbestos slate roof | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I have an asbestos slate roof-house built 1945. we have done minor repairs but this is the original ...
A: There are still companies that do repair work on Asbestos roofing. They are usually the same guys ...
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| mobile home roof | 1/19/2008 |
Q: ok, i think i have a roof problem. i moved into a mobile home in the summer and all seemed ok, now ...
A: Your problem is not uncommon for mobile homes. You will need to do several things to make your home ...
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| Need a new roof | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I need to replace my flat tar and gravel roof and want to know if I should get another tar and ...
A: If you are looking for energy efficiency, a tar roof is not the way to go. If you are looking for ...
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| ROOFING | 1/15/2008 |
Q: CAN I ADD SHINGLES TO INCREASE THE OVERHANG TO A PROPER DISTANCE FOR THE GUTTERS. THE INSTALLER ...
A: If the lower row of shingles and Ice & Water Shield are not "glued" down yet, you may be able to ...
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| Kasselwood vs Interlock | 1/14/2008 |
Q: We live about 600 feet from the pacific ocean and we are considering reroofing with either ...
A: None of the roofing products with a galvanized steel material would be recommended for your use due ...
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| stone coated steel roof tiles | 1/13/2008 |
Q: We are looking at purchasing a home with stone-coated steel roof tiles. We don't care for it's ...
A: Technically speaking, yes. Most stone coated panel manufacturers offer acrylic paint that is used on ...
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| Low - pitch roof | 1/8/2008 |
Q: I have an existing felted flat roof which needs replacing. The plywood deck is supported on 225 x 75 ...
A: Yes, #3 is possible. You have to use an underlayment that is completely water-proof. A layer of EPDM ...
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| New spray rubber roofing material | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I have found a new product, that has been just introduced to the U.S.. It is a liquid applied,water ...
A: Usually sprayed products are only used on large commercial projects. This is due to all the ...
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| Mobile Home Awning/Roofing | 12/5/2007 |
Q: We have two awnings on our mobile home which have rooms built under them. The awnings are channeled ...
A: I have never heard of a foam product used in this manor. Usually, the only way to permanently keep ...
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| Noisy Roof | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I have a log cabin (cathedral ceiling) with a noisy roof. Initially, I thought it was the green ...
A: Do you know how thick the roof is from the inside ceiling to the outside roof deck? Knowing that ...
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| copper roof | 12/2/2007 |
Q: We are remodeling our home and had the roof over our dormer windows replaced with copper. The ...
A: If an experienced craftsman installed it, it would not be discolored in that way. But, we do see ...
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| 5v galvanized sheets for storage building roof | 11/30/2007 |
Q: I am building a 12x20 storage shed in my back yard and have almost decided on 5v galvanized roofing ...
A: The 2x4 purlins are important if you live in an area with snow loads. I have seen 1x4 purlins used ...
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| California Shakes | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I live near Los Angeles and have a Cal Shake roof, which is deteriorating. Part of the roof has ...
A: It depends a lot on how much of a budget you have for the roof. I have no experience with the Fire ...
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| 5v galvanized sheets for storage building roof | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I am building a 12x20 storage shed in my back yard and have almost decided on 5v galvanized roofing ...
A: 1) flat side down, ribs up. 2) An 18V drill or impact driver is more than enough. We use 12V and ...
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| under eave vents | 11/28/2007 |
Q: We have rebuilt, primed and painted the overhanging eaves on our one story home in Northern Va and ...
A: Your best choices for vents are in new construction, because to can accommodate almost everything ...
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| roofing comparisons | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I currently have a cedar shake roof. I am considering reroofing with composite shakes,fiberglass or ...
A: The pricing will depend a lot on how complex the roof is. Obviously, the more labor required, the ...
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| new roof over cedar | 11/25/2007 |
Q: He said the roof wasn't that bad so he just plywooded over and put new shingles on. He charged ...
A: Hopefully your roofer got a permit for the job? If so, your building inspector should be able to ...
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| Roof trusses | 11/25/2007 |
Q: wood trusses are the norm in South Africa. I am told light galvanized steel is more cost effective ...
A: It partially depends on where you live. If you live near salt water, the salt in the air causes ...
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| Tiling a Flat Roof | 11/23/2007 |
Q: We are a single family residential builder. There has been many occasions where we have a flat roof ...
A: Yes, that is the article. Wow, $3 isn't a bad price. The Journal is a very good publication they ...
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| flashing a chimney on metal roofing | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I am helping a neighbor put metal roofing on his house.The roof is 4/12 with a large 3 flu chimney ...
A: What kind of metal roof is it? Do you have a fax number? I could send you some sketches if you do. ...
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| 5, 7, 12 inch cedar shake pattern | 11/20/2007 |
Q: WOW, this is driving me nuts! For my 28x28 foot 1782 Carraige House I bought composite shake - and ...
A: I know of no program available. When we install that type of roof, we break it down into smaller ...
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| Tiling a Flat Roof | 11/20/2007 |
Q: We are a single family residential builder. There has been many occasions where we have a flat roof ...
A: Absolutely. Schluter Systems has a product called DITRA. It is recommended for the use you are ...
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| Ondura roofing | 11/19/2007 |
Q: We have a cabin in Tn. that has a metal roof now. It is beginning to rust. We saw a material that ...
A: I have seen the Ondura product, but we have not used it. So I couldn't give you any first hand ...
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| flat roof leaks | 11/14/2007 |
Q: have you ever heard of installing arch shingles over existing flat roof area to stop the leaks??? ...
A: By code, Asphalt shingles can not be installed on "low slope" roofs. Low slope roofs are 3 in 12 or ...
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| replacing drip edge w/ tile roof | 11/13/2007 |
Q: 1958 mason house, metal drip edge unknown age now rusting out and needs replacing. Clay tile roof ...
A: You will most likely have to find a contractor who works with custom Architectural metalwork. An ...
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| Nailing through Metal Roof Shingle | 11/10/2007 |
Q: I am seriously considering having our 23 year old composition shingles replaced with a new metal ...
A: I understand your concern and I agree with you. A panel with hidden fasteners would seem to be a ...
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| Adding a 2nd layer of shingle on a new roof | 11/7/2007 |
Q: My builder made a mistake and put black shingles but we asked him to replace with brown shingles as ...
A: It just isn't that cut & dried. While the second layer can have a shorter life, it is mostly due to ...
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| Adding a 2nd layer of shingle on a new roof | 11/6/2007 |
Q: My builder made a mistake and put black shingles but we asked him to replace with brown shingles as ...
A: By code, you are allowed to have up to 2 layers of asphalt shingles on your roof. So there isn't any ...
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| Solar Panels over vents | 10/30/2007 |
Q: They say that absolutely we can never ever put solar on a roof until we have a plumber redirect all ...
A: Good building practice does not allow anything to be mounted near roof vents in areas of the country ...
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| Roofing Layers | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I am an Illinois attorney (don't hold it against me) representing a condo ass'n against a developer ...
A: The International Building Code in the residential specs states that; R907.3 New roof coverings ...
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| Flat Roof repair/change | 10/27/2007 |
Q: I have a small portion of my house that is covered by a flat roof, the rest being shingle. I have ...
A: The only problem with flat roof areas like you have is that few contractors know how to install them ...
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| ROOF VENTILATION | 10/26/2007 |
Q: Is there a problem with having both a ridge vent and a turtle vent installed?
A: A roof venting system is designed to allow air to enter at the eave & exit at the ridge. As the air ...
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| copper roofing | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I am covering the roof of my bay window with copper. I am unable to locate red rosin paper in ...
A: The granular faced Ice & Water shield would not be good for copper at all. Copper can get quite hot ...
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| plumbing jack/kitchen leaking | 10/22/2007 |
Q: I have a 1st floor kitchen ceiling leak that appears to be from the venting attatched to the second ...
A: It could be lots of things. It could be a leaky pipe that is dripping on the vent stack and just ...
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| Steel roofing and foamboard | 10/20/2007 |
Q: Dan, I read your response to the person in Wisconsin planning a steel roof. I am in Wisconsin also ...
A: If the rafters are accessible from the warm side, using 2 layers of 2" extruded foam (pink stuff) ...
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| re-shingling roof | 10/19/2007 |
Q: Is it wise to put new shingles over old layer. It seems it would add a lot of weight to roof. Some ...
A: It is cheaper to shingle over old shingles obviously because of the labor savings and also because ...
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| Roof replacement | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I am doing a school project about replacing a traditional roof with a green one. The roof would be ...
A: We live near Chicago. The Chicago city government is promoting "green" roofing on city buildings, ...
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| copper roofing | 10/17/2007 |
Q: My father in law is installing a copper roof and hidden copper gutters on his old house. He wanted ...
A: The most common Copper installations use tar/asphalt paper, then a layer of Red Rosin paper like ...
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| roof air vents | 10/15/2007 |
Q: We live in a town home and it has a Cathedral ceiling. There are 4 roof vents and it appears that ...
A: The square roof vents are used a lot because they are the least expensive way to go. But, as you ...
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| ice water shield necessary in Arkansas? | 10/8/2007 |
Q: I am about to get a new roof. I have decided on a CL4 impact resistant roof since the insurance ...
A: Sorry about the slow response, I didn't see the question. If you ever get snow in your area, then ...
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| ice water shield necessary in Arkansas? | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I am about to get a new roof. I have decided on a CL4 impact resistant roof since the insurance ...
A: The use of Ice & Water shield at the eaves and in the valleys is a code requirement in many areas of ...
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| replace leaky skylight | 10/2/2007 |
Q: We have a leaky 4'x4' skylight from 1988 that is attached to a curb. In order to replace it, I was ...
A: Try looking at different brands of skylights. It would be best to find a close size to retrofit. ...
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| replace leaky skylight | 9/29/2007 |
Q: We have a leaky 4'x4' skylight from 1988 that is attached to a curb. In order to replace it, I was ...
A: Normally, a curb is attached directly to the roof deck and the curb-mounted skylight just sits on ...
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| 5V metal roof sheeting | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I have an old single wide mobile home that had a 'metal roof over' nearly 20 years ago. This roof ...
A: Perlins or a plywood deck are both common installation practices today. More than likely, the ...
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| Leaks while getting a new stone coated steel roof | 9/26/2007 |
Q: We are in the process of replacing our tile roof with a stone coated steel roof. Unfortunately, the ...
A: When we install roofs, we use Synthetic Underlayments. These are guaranteed leak-proof for 6 months ...
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| attic ventilation | 9/24/2007 |
Q: I am trying to ventilate my attic space. The house has no overhang and a bonus room in the attic. ...
A: There is a company , DCI Products that makes several special purpose vents that may help your ...
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| drip edge | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I have had a drip edge installed with the new roof. The shingles and drip edge are flush around the ...
A: A drip edge is used to force the water to flow away from the fascia trim. Normally, the drip edge is ...
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| Roof ventilation | 9/19/2007 |
Q: We recently had our roof replaced and ridge vents were installed. The attic already had gable vents ...
A: Most roofing materials have a lot of mass. Like asphalt, slate & tile. The sun's energy is absorbed ...
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| Metal roof with insulation | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I have a northern WI house with 45 degree roofing plus a small 20 degree roof porch. The house is ...
A: Yes you can. Your metal roof will require a layer of sheathing, either plywood or OSB to attach to. ...
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| Roof ventilation | 9/18/2007 |
Q: We recently had our roof replaced and ridge vents were installed. The attic already had gable vents ...
A: If you live in an area where you have cold / freezing winters, you want the flow to come up from the ...
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| Radiant barrier in unvented roof assembly | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I'm in the process of renovating an attic. The plan is to spray the underside of the roof with ...
A: With the use of the Urethane foam, you usually do not have to use a radiant barrier, vapor barrier ...
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| metal roof and facia | 9/13/2007 |
Q: When I recieved a bid to replace my roof I was advised it would be $15,750. I was advised that this ...
A: I have never heard of the idea that a Fascia is "part of" the roof. That doesn't make sense to me. ...
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| longest lasting roof | 9/10/2007 |
Q: I am considering having a new house built. What's the longest lasting roof and any tips on ...
A: Generally speaking, any product with exposed fasteners will be the easiest (least-expensive) ...
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| longest lasting roof | 9/8/2007 |
Q: I am considering having a new house built. What's the longest lasting roof and any tips on ...
A: Generally speaking, any of the investment grade roofing products should last for a couple lifetimes. ...
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| roofing installation | 9/7/2007 |
Q: I have an older freestanding garage with asphalt shingles. Have contracted to have it remodeled. The ...
A: It really helps that you have used the roofing installer before, at least there is a good track ...
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| Roof vents | 9/6/2007 |
Q: Going to replace a roof in a house in the bay area, California. 1. Any advantage comparing eyebrow ...
A: Ridge vents are full length of the ridge, so they usually allow for a more uniform ventilation, plus ...
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| white/black GAF Timberline 30 tiles | 9/4/2007 |
Q: We are installing a GAF Timberline 30 roof......... Our home is on the mid-Atlantic shore line, ...
A: A lighter colored stone will lower your roofing temperature somewhat. But, asphalt shingles are a ...
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| roofing installation | 9/3/2007 |
Q: I have an older freestanding garage with asphalt shingles. Have contracted to have it remodeled. The ...
A: You are doing a great job of educating yourself on this issue, that places you in the top 1 or 2% of ...
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| roofing installation | 9/2/2007 |
Q: I have an older freestanding garage with asphalt shingles. Have contracted to have it remodeled. The ...
A: You definitely have a problem contractor. I hope you have a building permit? If so, the building ...
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| Harnessing Energy from Heat Conduction | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I'm researching whether it is feasible to harness the escaping heat from a ridge vent to provide ...
A: The general idea in summertime is to keep the attic temperature as low as possible to reduce loads ...
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| no $$ 4 roof | 8/24/2007 |
Q: my parents past away and left me their home free & clear. Problem is its 3400sq.Ft. 20 yrs. old. ...
A: Where do you live? Have you consulted an Attorney? There is some relief available in Bankruptcy ...
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| ridge vent and hat vents on the same plane | 8/22/2007 |
Q: I recently had a ridge vent installed the length of my house. They were supposed to cover my hat ...
A: Sorry about the slow response, we had our hands full with local flooding. You are correct, you ...
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| Mold on metal roof | 8/19/2007 |
Q: Hey Dan, I own a log home that backs up to Lookout Mountain in NW Georgia. Most of the roofs that ...
A: Metal roofing is the best overall roofing product in my opinion. Most of them exceed the highest UL ...
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| metal roof add lean to | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I am adding a lean to to an existing steel roof building. The pitch on the building is 18d and the ...
A: I do not think that you are going to be able to seal that transition the way it is laid out. ...
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| roof sag | 8/13/2007 |
Q: Our living room is a large open area with the fireplace in the center of the house. The rafters ...
A: A 40 year Architectural shingle should be well within the normal load range of a roof built to code ...
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| attic ventilation | 8/8/2007 |
Q: Last winter we noticed evenly spaced water spots form along our family room exterior wall. This ...
A: There are many things that could be wrong with your new home. It is likely that your problem is the ...
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| mobile home roofing systems | 8/6/2007 |
Q: I have had trouble with leaking and can not seem to find the source. We used that white coating ...
A: If you are considering installing it yourself, I would recommend an EPDM rubber material. It is most ...
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| replacing a gently sloping roof, | 8/5/2007 |
Q: my asphalt and pebble roof needs to be replaced. I have 1 quote for a duro last single ply roof, and ...
A: In my opinion, the DuroLast roof is the superior product. 1) The lighter the color, the more of the ...
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| Tile roof leaks | 8/4/2007 |
Q: I really really need some help here. I built my home 12 years ago. I recently noticed my ceiling ...
A: This is definitely a situation for your homeowners insurance to pay for. After you get a ...
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| holes in new tile roof | 8/4/2007 |
Q: My husband and I just bought a new house. When we had DirecTv come install their dish (not to the ...
A: You may have some issues for your new home warranty & the sooner it is reported, the better. Even ...
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| Roof Pitch | 8/1/2007 |
Q: We are in the process of building a house. My husband and father-in-law are building it themselves. ...
A: It would be strictly an aesthetic opinion. The roof slope will have a huge effect on the curb appeal ...
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| Placing new roofing plywood on top of old roofing plywood | 7/29/2007 |
Q: My daughter needs to replace her roofing shingles. The contractor looked the situation over and ...
A: We do that a lot. All you do is stagger the seams and it makes the deck a lot stronger & flatter. ...
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| Roof ventilation | 7/27/2007 |
Q: I recently built a small 1st floor addition on the south side of my home in Michigan. The floor ...
A: You definitely want to vent the roof on your new addition. Not venting will shorten the life of ...
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| Icynene Insulation and Sealing Ridge Vents | 7/26/2007 |
Q: I am having a home built and plan to have icynene foam insulation sprayed into the attic (exterior ...
A: It should not pose a problem. The usage of conditioned attic space as you are building is fairly ...
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| I WANT moss on my roof | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I am an architect (believe it or not) designing a retirement house for my wife and myself. It will ...
A: I have seen no reference to moss degrading TPO or PVC. Their sensitivities are UV, Industrial ...
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| I WANT moss on my roof | 7/20/2007 |
Q: I am an architect (believe it or not) designing a retirement house for my wife and myself. It will ...
A: I had to think about this one for awhile. There are certainly more, but these are the issues I ...
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| Question about roof truss? | 7/20/2007 |
Q: I have an existing roof with a 2/12" slope and I would like to increase the slope. Is it possible to ...
A: In this situation, usually the old roof and roof deck (usually plywood) are removed. A ridge beam is ...
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| Mansard design roof | 7/18/2007 |
Q: We own a 1890's Mansard that is 32x32, without the back addition. Our roof is 29x29 plus dormers. ...
A: With the heavy snow-loads you see in Pennsylvania, a low-slope roof of any kind will fail rather ...
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| New Metal Roof for "Green" Home | 7/17/2007 |
Q: Dan, I live in the San Antonio, TX area and am planning on building a new home this Fall. I'm going ...
A: The acrylic paints / adhesives that adhere the stones to metal roofing panels may cause you some ...
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| ridge vent -vs- turbine vents | 7/14/2007 |
Q: which vent system is better to keep attic cool ?? please reply, thank you.
A: It depends. First of all, we have to assume that you have the proper inlet venting at the eaves. ...
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| corregated deck roof | 7/8/2007 |
Q: Our deck has a corrugated roof over it. There is no frame for this roof. One end sits in a track ...
A: Try going to www.metalroofing.com that is the website of the Metal Roofing Alliance. You can access ...
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| Euroslate Rubber Roofing | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I just read your answer regarding Euroslate rubber roofing and found it helpful, however I would ...
A: Good questions! The EuroShake/EuroSlate installation manual specifically says that you will void ...
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| loft condensation | 7/2/2007 |
Q: we have built on top of our bungalow.so we now have a new build on top of a old house.we have used a ...
A: Can you send me a photo of the exterior of the addition? ecowiseinc@sbcglobal.net Where is your ...
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| Moving Roof Stringers Up | 6/24/2007 |
Q: My unfinished 900 sf, 1960's wood-frame/stucco garage has a hip roof, but only 8' of headroom below ...
A: Yes it is possible. Since it is a 40 year old Hip roof, I am assuming it will be built with rafters ...
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| Vents & Whirly Birds | 6/23/2007 |
Q: Is it o.k. to have Vents & Whirly Birds( Both ) installed on a Ranch Style Home? We are hearing ...
A: If the whirlybirds are installed next to the passive square vents, the air will just flow in the ...
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| Vents & Whirly Birds | 6/22/2007 |
Q: Is it o.k. to have Vents & Whirly Birds( Both ) installed on a Ranch Style Home? We are hearing ...
A: What are you trying to achieve? If your summertime attic temperatures are elevated, it will cause ...
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| down pipe air, water weep | 6/15/2007 |
Q: We have a plastic type pipe on the roof approx 2" going through the loft down to the bathroom. The ...
A: This definitely must be corrected from the roof surface. You will need a pipe "boot" installed & ...
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| vent pipe leaks | 6/14/2007 |
Q: I have had successive leaks in my first floor kitchn ceiling. There is nothing to be found at all in ...
A: Leaks can be hard to diagnose. The steeper your roof is, the higher up the roof the leak may ...
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| Combining ridge vents with power vent fans | 6/13/2007 |
Q: Our house has a large amount of attic space and the builder only installed a ridge vent to keep ...
A: Are you sure that the builder did not install soffit venting? A combination system of soffit (inlet) ...
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| Roof Pitch for Metal Roofing | 6/12/2007 |
Q: We are planning on getting an addition to our home that is 26' X 30'. The local inspector is saying ...
A: Good question. We commonly install Standing Seam Steel and Aluminum roofing down to a 1/12 pitch. ...
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| Roof vents | 6/11/2007 |
Q: We will be re-roofing our home soon, and we are doing a complete tear off. When my husband was ...
A: I agree with your husband in not wanting the typical mushroom shaped vents on your roof. Those ...
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| Metal Roofing | 6/10/2007 |
Q: My husband is looking to replace the shingle roof on our house. The roof is 23 years old. Our ...
A: A good place to start your search is the website of the Metal Roofing Alliance, go to ...
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| Metal Roofing | 6/9/2007 |
Q: My husband is looking to replace the shingle roof on our house. The roof is 23 years old. Our ...
A: Congratulations on upgrading to a metal roof! You must be happy to know you will never again have to ...
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| INADEQUATE ROOF PITCH | 6/6/2007 |
Q: I purchased an investment property that came w/ a host of 'hidden' problems. My most recent obstacle ...
A: You do have options. We have done some almost flat roofs where we used tapered foam insulation to ...
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| GAF Royal Sovereign Shingles Need Replacing after 8-9 years? | 6/5/2007 |
Q: My mother had the GAF Royal Sovereign roof shingles installed in 1998. Recently the same roofing ...
A: If you go to the manufacturers website, you should be able to get a complete copy of the warranty. ...
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| odor from new asphalt roofing | 6/2/2007 |
Q: We just had a new roof put on. We live in the South and it is now getting in the low 90's during ...
A: It is not uncommon for an Asphalt roof to smell "bad" for awhile after installation. It is worse in ...
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| Kasselwood | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you have had much experience with Kasselwood products? I see that they are a ...
A: Kassel & Irons, the manufacturer of KasselWood was founded in 2005. It is a new division of a much ...
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| roofs for cabins at a camp | 5/31/2007 |
Q: I'm board president for an organization that runs an 80-year-old camp in Ohio. Our cabins are very ...
A: If it were my project, I would recommend a metal roof with an EnergyStar rated Kynar paint. It ...
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| flat re-roofing options{6200 sf strip store} | 5/26/2007 |
Q: re. new roof .{current bitumen type 1993} extensive leaking cracking {10 repairs since ...
A: What part of the country are you located in? Do you know how much detail work is involved in the ...
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| slate roof repair of valley | 5/25/2007 |
Q: My slate roof is leaking into the attic and has penetrated the ceiling in my house. I am told that ...
A: No, this is not a proper repair for a Slate roof! For a slate roof, the only 2 proper flashing ...
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| VALLEY HEIGHT SPECS? | 5/24/2007 |
Q: IS THERE A WAY TO FIND OUT CODE ON THE CENTER RISE ON THE VALLEY? I THINK IT HAS TO BE A ONE INCH ...
A: What you are referring to is a "W" valley, they are not normally required by building codes. You can ...
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| Cedar shake vs. Euroshake | 5/19/2007 |
Q: I'm considering replacing a cedar shake roof with Euroshake and the roofer doesn't seem to have any ...
A: I have a rather strong opinion on this subject. Personally, I think that it is a waste to use cedar ...
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| New Metal Roof and Increasing Ventilation | 5/19/2007 |
Q: I am currently getting bids for installing a new metal roof on my home at 8,000 ft in Evergreen, CO. ...
A: Your new Galvalume roof will be a lot cooler than an asphalt roof, not to mention a LOT longer life. ...
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| Leaks around chimmney | 5/18/2007 |
Q: We are thinking about getting medal roofing for our home and we have a concern about them putting it ...
A: Absolutely! Just make sure that you get a standardized product and an experienced installer. Most ...
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| Leaking corrugated aluminum roof | 5/15/2007 |
Q: A tree recently damaged my 32 year-old corrugated aluminum roof. I now have 5 small holes in it ...
A: You should patch it asap to prevent water & mold damage. There is a product called EternaBond that ...
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| Synthetic cedar shakes | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I am replacing a cedar shake roof with large overhangs that come down low, so upclose appearance is ...
A: The synthetic cedar that I have seen that look good are Davinci, ecostar, enviroshake and GEM ...
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| Tile roof and solar | 5/12/2007 |
Q: 1) We are building an "Italian" style place in Northern California and expect to put a tile roof. ...
A: Ideally, you would want something flat to make it easier to mount the panels. Also, you want ...
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| 1st Q: vented skylight won't open after metal roofer accidentally treated it as non-venting | 5/10/2007 |
Q: After struggling to repair several leaks/ventilation issues that occurred as a result of his ...
A: Can you send me some photos of the problem area? e-mail ecowiseinc@sbcglobal.net What brand of metal ...
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| velux window in flat roof | 5/4/2007 |
Q: Id like to install a velux window in a flat roof: felt with shingle- Q Is this feasible? Thank you
A: Absolutely, we do it all the time. You build a "curb" which is a basic box-frame made out of 2x10s ...
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| Slate | 5/2/2007 |
Q: Dan, I may be about to become a first-time installer of real slate shingles. I was just wondering ...
A: The best information I have seen is available in "The Slate Roof Bible" By Joseph Jenkins. The book ...
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| New replacement roof | 5/1/2007 |
Q: Your the engineer next best to an architect -- I'm planning a new roof to completely replace the one ...
A: We usually do not recommend the step or "saw tooth" style of flashing a chimney. We use a straight ...
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| attic ventilation | 4/30/2007 |
Q: Neighbor insists whirlybirds beat roofridge venting. He has both because roofridge did not do the ...
A: The basic idea is to not allow the air to stagnate & elevate temperature due to sunlight on the ...
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| New replacement roof | 4/27/2007 |
Q: Your the engineer next best to an architect -- I'm planning a new roof to completely replace the one ...
A: Our favorite roofing product for this type of project is steel Standing Seam roofing, we prefer a 24 ...
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| Artificial Slate | 4/23/2007 |
Q: I'm a carpenter who has become a roofer now and again with great results. It's about to happen again ...
A: We have also seen quite a leap in synthetic Slate roofing products. It used to be that the ...
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| Aluminum Porch Roof? | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I saw a similar question to this, but it didn't quite answer my question. Please let me know your ...
A: 1) As far as the entry flat roof goes, what do you want it to look like? a) You could contact ...
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| cedar shake roofer only using felt first 3 feet - OK? | 4/19/2007 |
Q: we are replacing our 40 year old cedar shake roof with a new cedar shake roof. We noticed our roofer ...
A: it is nice to see a homeowner get involved & force the "turkeys" in the business to do what is ...
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| cedar shake roofer only using felt first 3 feet - OK? | 4/18/2007 |
Q: we are replacing our 40 year old cedar shake roof with a new cedar shake roof. We noticed our roofer ...
A: Legal advice is beyond the scope of my expertise, but I will try to answer what I can. Questions ...
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| cedar shake roofer only using felt first 3 feet - OK? | 4/17/2007 |
Q: we are replacing our 40 year old cedar shake roof with a new cedar shake roof. We noticed our roofer ...
A: Something is definitely not right. I am unsure of your Canadian building codes, but I can tell you ...
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| Radiant barrier for re-roofing | 4/13/2007 |
Q: Re-roofing project will replace old wood shingles attached to 1"x4" planks (spaced about 1' apart), ...
A: You are correct to question the installation plan, the Radiant Barrier (RB) surface would be blocked ...
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| attic ventilation | 4/9/2007 |
Q: Neighbor insists whirlybirds beat roofridge venting. He has both because roofridge did not do the ...
A: In a hot area as you mention, keeping the attic temp low is the biggest concern. Keeping air moving ...
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| attic ventilation | 4/8/2007 |
Q: Neighbor insists whirlybirds beat roofridge venting. He has both because roofridge did not do the ...
A: Almost all roofing products have to deal with condensation, mostly due to moisture rising from ...
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