We’ve examined a several examples (roof leaks, partial roof replacement series) of when your roof needs to be replaced. Today, we will look at a another example of a roof section that should have been replaced.
Archive for the ‘Roof Replacement’ Category
Roofing Rookie: Backwards Roof Installation
August 19th, 2010 by Jesse LiebmanMany of the blog posts we write feature poor workmanship because we like to point out Roof Life of Oregon offers Portland’s only lifetime workmanship warranty. Today we’re going to look at a roof that from afar looks fine, but up close just doesn’t look right.
Roof Replacement in Tualatin, OR
August 18th, 2010 by Patrick MorinRichard A. of Tualatin, OR recently chose Roof Life of Oregon to complete his roof replacement project on his home. Richard originally came to Roof Life of Oregon hoping he could still maintain his roof. Richard had a 16 year old composition shingle roof and noticed some of the shingles were starting to fall off. Additionally, Richard noticed the staples were starting to come out and knew he needed some help.
Unfortunately when our roof consultant performed the requested roof inspection, he determined Richard’s roof they was unsalvageable.
Roofing Rookie: Roofing Over Roof Moss
August 16th, 2010 by Jesse LiebmanWe see some pretty crazy things when we’re driving from house to house and always take time to look at other Portland roofing contractors work. recently we drove by and saw this Portland roof getting ready to be replaced. The entire roof has been loaded and is ready to be worked on which means whatever is currently on this roof is going to get a layer of felt and asphalt shingles placed over it.
You can see a large layer of roof moss laying on the roof underlayment of this house. Believe it or not, the roof contractor for this job is going to roof right over this roof moss without taking the time to clean it off. We’ve talked several times about the problems that can occur when roof moss gets underneath your asphalt shingles. The roof moss will physically lift up your shingles allowing water to get to your fasteners and cause a leak in your roof. What do you think is going to happen if you plant roof moss underneath a layer or asphalt shingles?
This kind of problem simply wont happen if you choose Roof Life of Oregon for your roof replacement project. If you want a cheap roof that only takes a few days to complete then we are not the company for you. If you want the best roof in Portland that comes with the only lifetime workmanship warranty in town then call (503) 925-0125 or fill out our roof replacement form.
Roofing Rookie: When Your Roof Lets Go
August 9th, 2010 by Jesse LiebmanWhen heavy rain or severe weather occurs, are you confident that your roof is prepared? Sometimes freak weather can cause an unexpected leak or two. This Roof Life of Oregon client had a few leaks occur during March and called us to come identify the source of the problem. What were found were a lot more than a few problem areas. The client was not prepared or ready to do a partial roof replacement on this side of her house.
What she needed, and what we often do in sudden leak situations, was for us to put together a ‘band-aid’ solution that would help keep the water off her hard wood floors until we could perform a more permanent solution. In my experience, I have seen roofs with one or a maximum of two shims used per roof. [A shim is a thin piece of metal that is used as a spacer to fill gaps between the roof deck, or house interior, and the great outdoors] On this particular home, you can see this roof has seven shims used in this one area. I’m not a roofing expert, but this is an obvious indication the roof in this area needs to be replaced.
From this view you can see another ten shims being used, which again are only a temporary solution. They are temporary because they will eventually blow off your roof. Additionally, more leaks will pop up, especially with a roof that is as worn as this one. Fortunately, this homeowner has a few months before trouble pop ups again, giving our crews plenty of time to get her on the schedule.
The important thing to remember is, roof leaks are an indication of a severe roof malfunction. Not all leak incidents lead to a roof replacement and not all roof replacements include the entire roof. This homeowner still has a North and East side that are maintainable and will last potentially 10-15 more years. If you had a roof leak this past winter, and didn’t have it inspected, please give us a call or fill out a roof inspection form to have one of our roof consultants come take a look. As a Portland roof replacement company, we take our craft very seriously. We believe that with just one inspection, we can help stop leaks and other long term damage from occurring.
Roofing Rookie: Nailing Zone For Roof Installation Pt 2
July 27th, 2010 by Jesse LiebmanYesterday, we took a look at what happens when a roofing contractor provides a poor roof installation from the ground view. Today, Daniel White takes us up on the roof to show us what each side of the roof looks like.
Roofing Rookie: Nailing Zone For Roof Installation Pt 1
July 26th, 2010 by Jesse LiebmanSome Greater Portland areas like Troutdale, Oregon have a history of sever weather. In Troutdale, historically the wind can wreck havoc on on your roof leaving a greater dependency on the workmanship of the roof installation team. Unfortunately, for this homeowner they learned the difference between a roofing contractor that pays their employees by the job site versus by the hour.
Daniel White shows us what can happen when a roofing contractor doesn’t take the time to provide a long lasting roof installation.
Roofing Rookie: Partial Roof Replacement IS an Option Pt 4
July 22nd, 2010 by Jesse LiebmanThe past three days we’ve discussed how many roofing contractors recommend a full roof replacement when only a partial is necessary, how the West side of the roof, and we showed you why a partial roof replacement is an option.
Today, Daniel White will show you the South side of the roof, the side that needs to be replaced, and explain what kind of duration these homeowners can expect from this roof.
