Summary: Replacing roof shingles is a hot, back-breaking, dirty job. Care must be observed when installing roof shingles. The pitch of the roof and the temperature can make roof shingle installation difficult for a do-it-yourselver. Before you start, you have to purchase the right style and color asphalt shingles.
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April
19 Feb 2008, 16:53
We were wonder what we should do? Our roof needs replaced and we do not
know if it is a good idea to do right now because it is still -degree
weather but we need it done what should we do?????
AsktheBuilder
26 Feb 2008, 20:39
April,
Roofs can be done in cold weather. If you have water leaking in now see if
temporary repairs can be made until you can work in warmer weather.
Joanne
05 Mar 2008, 13:19
I had my new roof installed 4 1/2 yrs ago (tear down) and now my shingles
are actually curling up on the edges and lifting up (not all over, but in
certain areas). Is this normal?? What can be causing it?
AsktheBuilder
09 Mar 2008, 08:39
Joanne,
It could be defective shingles and it could be poor ventilation. Call the
shingle manufacturer and have the regional factory rep come and look at
them.
David
24 Mar 2008, 19:15
Hello: I am in the process of pricing out a new roof. My present one is
starting to show it's age and I have been dwelling over ashphalt vs steel.
Other than the obvious looks, can you tell me if one is a better way to go
over the other, in terms of costs. I do know that there are several small
places on my present roof where I may need to replace some sheathing, so
the idea of not having to remove the old shingles may not be a selling
point. I live in central virginia. Also, does one roof material have a
better value to ones home over the other? Thanks
david
AsktheBuilder
25 Mar 2008, 07:17
David,
Metal is more expensive than standard asphalt shingles. Some people hate
the look of metal.
John
14 Apr 2008, 15:00
I live in North Carolina, and have a medium sloped, asphalt shingle roof
with three gables. I also have a second (flatter) slopped porch roof
intersecting one valleys. This has been a source of leaks. What is the
best way to flash this valley? Do you recommend overlaping shingles or
metal flashing topped with a mineral roll with shingles trimmed and glued
three in from the valley?
Silvanna
02 May 2008, 18:14
My parents live in Honduras where the weather get to 120 degrees and never
goes below 50 degrees? what type of shingles would be best for them to
install?
Ballerstedt
15 May 2008, 13:34
We are having our roof replaced and I've been told that we need to make
sure the roofer uses a specific # of nails per shingle -- I heard five
nails per shingle. Is this important?
nick
16 May 2008, 13:12
well ballerstedt my uncle does roofing and he uses 3 nail per shingle and i
don't think it maters but it is better if you use 3 because then there
won't be as many holes in the shingle and that would be better. :)
John
20 May 2008, 15:36
Ballerstedt and Nick,
Four is the minimum number of nails to use per shingle (one each end, and
one above each slot/cut-out between the tabs.)
In high wind area or where roof slope are lower six nails should be used
(again at each end and also on either side at the top of the slots) to
secure both edges of each of the three tab sections.
In all cases the nails are fully covered by next row of shingles.
Tonytiger
20 May 2008, 16:35
The number of nails has more to do with wind uplift than the number of
holes in the shingle. Not enough nails and a relatively light wind could
remove your shingles. ALWAYS follow what the manufacuture requires or you
will have no warranty. 15 years hand nailing shingle experience before the
nail gun was popular.
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