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Our current roof is original -- 35 years old
Taking bids on redoing and and trying to figure if there is any reason to do a full tear-off.
What's the thinking on this?
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Yes tear it off. Overlays decrease the life of the new shingles dramatically. Look up NRCA national roofing contractors assoc.
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I would tear it off just to check on the condition of the wood underneath if it has been 35 years.
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Tear off means less weight on the roof. What kind of snow load do you get?
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theeviltwinn said:
What kind of snow load do you get?
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Not a big problem here.
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A couple things to think about.
1. How is the current shingles laying down. If they are curling - tear off.
2. Look in the attic. If there is visible water leakage or darkening. I would consider tear off. Deck may have issues.
3. Check the warranty on the new shingles. There maybe a condition to the warranty if there is not a tear off.
4. I know snows not big there but the first 3 feet should be rubberized underlayment to protect the deck from ice dam damage. May or may not be an issue in your area. I know you have more ice storms than snow storms.
5. The weight may or may not be an issue depending on the roof rafters. My old house had 2x4's - not good for extra layers. This house has 2x8 - no issues with extra layers.
Ok - more than a couple things.
Do ask about the cost but I would recommend tear off. Much nicer job.
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Another good thing to check is the new roof's warranty. It may be contingent on a tear off.
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Yes, new roofing materials generally require a tear-off to meet warranty, and as pointed out---old sheathing, not to mention flashing may need to be replaced. Besides, tear-off should be the cheapest part of the job. Just not worth it to save a few bucks.
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Hadn't thought about the warranty issue. I will discuss it with our contractor.
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must not be there, but tear off is required here.
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