Roofing 101

Choosing a roofing system and selecting a contractor can be an overwhelming process. Knowing the basics about your roof can protect you from making a big mistake. Roofing 101 helps to educate you about the major components of your roofing system, things to look out for, material selection and warranties. Click on a category below to start learning:

• Roof design types – Styles and anatomy of the roof.
• Early Deterioration – Why your 25 year roof only lasted 10 years.
• Warning Signs – Do you need a new roof?
• Problem Areas – Common issues to watch for.
• Building Code – What’s required vs. what’s recommended.         
• Deck Preparation – Overtop vs. Tear off.
• Underlayments – Felts and leak barriers explained.
• Material Options – What type of roof is right for me?
• Metal Flashings – Walls and edges.
• Valleys & Ridge – Cap shingles and valley options.
• Ventilation – Turbines or ridge vents?
• Warranties – The legal stuff.
• Common Mistakes – Workmanship Exposed.

If you require more information on any above the above topics please contact a Dayus Roofing representative.