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Asphalt shingles are manufactured in various qualities with life expectancies of 15 to 30 years. The 15 year variety, fortunately, has been pretty much eliminated since they seldom lasted even 10 years depending on the climate. Longer-life shingles between 30 and 40 years life expectancy are also available, but at this point you might want to look at steel or tile roofing.
Ray
The life of shingles that is stated on the package is contingent on following the
installation instructions provided by the manufacturer, which can be different from one manufacturer to another. The main criteria is proper ventilation, underlayment and installation procedures. So make sure you read the manufactures instructions before you start, because if you don't follow their installation procedures your warranty will be void.
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What is the difference between roof water resistance and waterproof asphalt felt?
Roof water resistance is your roof's resistance to rain where waterproof asphalt felt is the actual waterproof material.
How to Repair a Leaking Shingle Roof?
A leaking roof can be a headache for many owners. In addition, a leaking roof can cause extensive water damage inside a home, potentially damaging the foundation. A shingle roof is simple to repair. Locate the damaged shingle on a rooftop, and pull back the shingles above it. Using a claw hammer, remove the nails holding in the damaged shingle. Check for any existing damage to the tar cover. If there is any damage, repair it with silicone or roofing tar. Place the new shingle under the existing roof shingles, and nail in place. Make sure no other shingles were dislodged.
How is the building code for using asphalt shingles on a roof related to the definition of slope?
no
Why do you need roof ventilation?
Condensation forms in roof spaces and can be severe. Water droplets can drip ontoinsulation material or the ceiling of the room below. If there are timber roof trusses (beams) then severe condensation will cause rotting of timber which could lead to wet rot or even worse dry rot. Good ventilation will stop the build up of moisture. Improper roof ventilation may dramatically lessen the life of a roof and void your shingle warranty. The shingle manufacturer has specific guidelines for the amount of ventilation you need based on attic square footage. Attic ventilation is very important as too little will literally cook your shingles; which, will cause them to be brittle and this will make susceptible to wind, hail and storm damage. Your utility bills may also suffer as the excess heat from your attic may radiate through your ceiling and cause your air conditioner to run excessively.
Why does a new roof leak but not near a chimney or vent stack?
What's above it on the roof ? Water may be running down a joist for a bit. A new roof, properly felted and roofed shouldn't have any place for it to leak. Type of roof could make a difference, I'm assuming asphalt shingles. If possible, look in the attic to see if you can see a water stain around the leaking area.
What is the Average life span of asphalt shingle roof?
This is a hard to answer question. Asphalt shingle roofs come in many grades measured in life expectancy, like 10-year, 20-year, 30-year, and 45-year.
Which climatic condition is decreasing the life span of asphalt shingle roof?
Sunrise.
What is the average life span of an asphalt shingle roof?
Composition roof lifeAsphalt shingles are rated at 20, 25, 30, or 35 years. The average roof life is 5 to 10 years less, depending on climate conditions in your area. The life of any asphalt shingle roof is effected if Algae and Mildew is allowed to grow on it. The plant wraps it''s roots around the granules on your asphalt shingle roof, and as it grows, it can actually force the granules to come loose. Proper non pressure roof cleaning will extend the life of any shingle roof with black streaks or mildew growing on it "
What is the average lifespan of a typical asphalt shingle roof?
5 years
What is the average price of a asphalt shingle roof?
Go to home depot and you will get the awnser
Are there special asphalt shingles for the ridge of a roof?
No, cut a whole shingle in thirds at the cut outs.
What tools are needed to shingle a roof?
To shingle a roof, you need the shingles which can be made of a variety of materials, the most common being asphalt. You then need a hammer and roofing nails, which are specially made for roofing.
What is a price of one bundle asphalt roof shingles?
Depends on the shingle. Is it a 25 year or fifty year. Asphalt or fiberglass?
What is the best way to shingle a peak with asphalt shingles?
The best way to shingle a peak with asphalt shingles is to stabilize boards along the peak for safety. Continue to shingle the asphalt shingles to the peak working from the bottom edges of the roof peak. Nail two nails on the lower portion on both sides to hold in place. Continue until finished.
How can I shingle my roof by myself?
First, mark the roof with chalk lines at intervals. You want to make sure that your plumb lines are straight. Lay your first shingle butted up against the outside of the roof and overlapping the starter strip. Nail it down, with one nail at each corner, just below the asphalt line. Lay the next shingle down, and nail it down. Continue to the end of the roof.
How often should you re-shingle your roof?
There is not a set number of years, but if your roof has multiple leaks, the shingles are asphalt and show signs of curling or buckling, your gutters are full of the granules which cover the asphalt shingles, or you want to give your home a new appearance, then it would be time to check into it.
How do you take dips out of your roof to put new shingles on?
Strip off the old roofing and decking and replace it with thicker plywood, then apply the asphalt paper and re-shingle.
