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Insurance
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Two things must be determined by the insurance company when assessing how much your loss is:
- Was the roof sufficiently damaged to declare it to be a total loss (This is usually determined by there being 10 verified hail hits for every 100 square feet.)
- How many shingles and what size roof will be needed for replacing the roof.
That will depend on the kind of homeowner’s insurance that you have, in addition to the extent of damage that was caused by rain or hail. We have contractors available that can check your roof for damage and provide consultation to you what your chances are for claiming homeowner’s insurance to get a new roof installed.
The number of shingles that need to be removed from a roof is the number of square feet it takes for your roof to be shingled. However, when shingles are put on, some will need to be cut to fit valleys, hips, ridges, and dimensions. So that is why 10% will be added by the insurance company to a regular ridge roof, ado for a hip and ridge roof 15% will be added to account for a loss in shingles.
The amount that is held back for certain things will be will be called different things by different insurance companies. Some companies will refer to it as depreciation, while others will charge removal and dump fees. It is the amount of money that is held back by the insurance company until a signed contract is received from a contractor and you for the work that is being done. Once they get a signed contract, another check will be sent to you for the amount that has been held back.
There are numerous reasons why that happens so frequently. At times the adjuster will examine the roof too soon following the damage and there hasn’t been time for hits to weather. At other times the adjuster might be inexperienced. They might have been tired after examining many roofs in one day. Or sometimes they simply make a mistake. Usually, the best results that are beneficial to the homeowner come when the insurance adjust walks through an inspection with an experienced roofer and informs the adjuster of any damage he picks up.
要做的第一件事就是立即联系你insurance company. Usually, they will advise you to make sure your roof is watertight immediately. We can provide any necessary service to make your roof watertight. This includes laying tarps or installing sheeting or plywood as needed for temporary repairs. This is just temporary and works to repel water until work onpermanent repairscan begin. Do not try removing debris such as tree limbs from your roof. Allow professionals to do this. You risk injuring yourself and further damaging your roof.
The Perfection Aluminum Shake is a type of Class IV shingle, that can reduce a homeowner’s insurance premium by as much as 30%.
Asphalt Shingles
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Second, you should expect the roofing contractor to hand you a warranty on his craftsmanship and services. The warranty should cover the installation of the roof and other matters. It should detail what is included and what is not as well as what will render it void. Most roofing contractors give a warranty with around 1 – 2 years of coverage. Keep in mind that the industry has not set standards for the workmanship warranty.
The installation of asphalt shingles has not specific temperature guidelines. However, asphalt shingles tend to be brittle in freezing conditions and the fiberglass type being more susceptible to breakage than the organic ones. Storing the shingles in a warm place and loading them onto the roof a few bundles at a time can help minimize breakages.
On the other hand, self-sealing strips become inefficient in freezing conditions and will produce an insufficient bond. For a building located in an area prone to high winds and cold temperatures, applying adhesives beneath the shingles in quarter-size dabs is recommended. It helps to keep the shingles in places when the winds blow making them last until the warm days during when the sealing strips can be checked and set correctly.
Second, you should expect the roofing contractor to hand you a warranty on his craftsmanship and services. The warranty should cover the installation of the roof and other matters. It should detail what is included and what is not as well as what will render it void. Most roofing contractors give a warranty with around 1 – 2 years of coverage. Keep in mind that the industry has not set standards for the workmanship warranty.
The performance of the asphalt shingle will depend on the quality of the material, the quantity and the compatibility of the fillers while also taking into consideration the surface granules and reinforcements used. Your options will be organic shingles or fiberglass shingles. The organic type has excellent wind resistance, ideal for areas with cold temperatures and has a high tear resistance. Fiberglass shingles, on the other hand, have excellent moisture and fire resistance compared to the organic ones. The asphalt shingles to be installed should meet the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) standards. The specification for fiberglass shingles is ASTM D 3462 which is set for glass felt shingles that are surfaced with mineral granules. The specifications for organic shingles is ASTM D 225 which is set for organic felt shingles that are surfaced with mineral granules. The selection of roofing products and roof systems should not be based on the tenure of a roofing warranty. The warranty is not an assurance of getting satisfactory services. The NRCA consumer advisory bulleting shed more insights on the role of roofing warranties.
On the other hand, self-sealing strips become inefficient in freezing conditions and will produce an insufficient bond. For a building located in an area prone to high winds and cold temperatures, applying adhesives beneath the shingles in quarter-size dabs is recommended. It helps to keep the shingles in places when the winds blow making them last until the warm days during when the sealing strips can be checked and set correctly.
Second, you should expect the roofing contractor to hand you a warranty on his craftsmanship and services. The warranty should cover the installation of the roof and other matters. It should detail what is included and what is not as well as what will render it void. Most roofing contractors give a warranty with around 1 – 2 years of coverage. Keep in mind that the industry has not set standards for the workmanship warranty.
You can use the following formula to determine your annual roofing expenditure by dividing the total cost of materials and labor by the number of years the roof system will last (its life expectancy).
Look at the prices and overlook any quotes with rates that are much higher or lower than the others. Most of theroofing contractorsthat give below-cost bids are often fly-by-night technicians who provide substandard work and are often uninsured. The reputable contractors will quote prices, and are off each other by a few dollars and give an itemized detail of theroof estimates.
Roof Replacement
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The costs differ because several factors influence the pricing. Some of these factors include the type of building and its location, the contractor hired, local labor rates and when the work is to be done. You can have a rough idea of how much you will spend if you try to source several proposals (3 – 4) from top contractors in your town. Do not place the chances of success and desirable results on the pricing because the level of workmanship and quality ofmaterialsare equally crucial. The materials have graded qualities, and this corresponded with their prices. They also come in various shapes, sizes, and styles. As such, you need a full product range to know what is available so that you can make the best choices based on your needs and budget. Regarding workmanship, the roofing profession all types of professionals with different levels of expertise. Therefore, you should only give the job to reputable and experienced contractors who are keen on delivering quality work.
Roof Underlayment
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通常使用绝缘纸在大多数屋顶ing for release in between asphalt and wood. It was used years ago on roofs because when sap came out of wood, the back part of the asphalt shingles would be broken down and cause the shingles to deteriorate. However, that is no longer a problem. I also view it as a form of lightweight protection against all types of damage during a storm. So during a storm, if a tile or shingle should break, if there is a felt paper layer over it, then there will be some protection that can resist the rain for a while at least. Depending on what kind of roofing product you use, a different weight of felt paper will be needed.
最重要的是皱纹的严重性. If it is not that pronounced, then it will not affect the installation of the shingles or make them appear buckled afterward. The contractor may note the wrinkling and opt to use heavier weight shingles than initially planned to aid in minimizing the effects of the wrinkled underlayment.
Roof Ventilation
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Leaky Roof
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屋顶排水沟
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Roof and Storm Damage
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Several things are done by hail:
- Granule loss is accelerated.
- Shingle aging is accelerated.
- The manufacturer’s warranties are voided.
- Results in other related problems.
When a shingle has been hit by hail it will have a dark spot or have a bruise-like appearance where the shingles granules were knocked off, with the asphalt underlayment being exposed as the fiberglass mat as well at times. There is a shiny appearance to a new hail hit since the asphalt has been newly exposed and there hasn’t been time for it to get a dull color and become weathered.
Galvanized metal clips and straps that work to strengthen the connection in between rafters and walls actually do help with holding a house together during high winds. However, it is nearly impossible to reach those areas from the attic. In most houses, the only way that hurricane clips can be retrofit is to cut a section of wall sheathing and siding out in each area where a rafter is resting on a wall or removing the roof sheathing where it meets the eaves. However, there is an easier option that is available: Go up into your attic and lay construction adhesive along each of the rafters where they meet with the plywood roof deck. This simple measure can approximately triple the resistance of a roof to help prevent the wind from tearing it off.
In general, ice dams will form following a heavy snowfall, and then have an extended length of time where there is freezing weather. Houses that are under-ventilated or poorly insulated are more prone to the problem. When heat escapes the home it warms up the attic space, especially along the wall lines, when it is a small attic space. As the roof deck beings warming up from the attic, it causes the snow to melt and then it starts running down the roof, where it then refreezes over the soffit area that is unheated. The thawing and freezing effect results in ice building up and rolling into the eaves. This creates a dam eventually with more melting snow, which traps water and forces it underneath the shingles, which creates an interior leak.
Solutions:
- When attic insulation is increased, it decreases the amount of heat loss in the attic which minimizes the thaw and freeze cycles that cause the ice dams to form.
- Increase ventilation in the roof deck and soffit will allow cool dry air to flow inside of the attic and also allow the escape of hot moist air to prevent the thaw and freeze cycle.-
- Leaks can be prevented by the roof underlayment, even when an ice dam occurs. A peel and stick membrane is recommended by Edmunds, like placing the IKO Stormtamer membrane along the lower three feet, to seal out water, and then place a synthetic membrane over the rest of the roof for additional security.
As a last resort, heating cables offer a band-aid solution. They prevent the formation of ice along the eaves and soffits. Underlying problems such as poor ventilation andinsulationare not addressed by this product. Wind and hail are the largest threats in our area. Pine straw and other debris buildup cause water to run in a horizontal direction instead of down a slope vertically, which ultimately runs in between leaking and water bonds.
Metal Roof Questions
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It is the reverse. Ninety percent of the radiant heat of the sun is reflected by aluminum roofs and makes your house cooler. It is claimed by our aluminum roof customers that they see 25-30% savings on their electric bills after an aluminum roof is installed on their house. Billy Ellis Metal Roofing Systems are energy efficient roofs.
Several things are done by hail:
- Granule loss is accelerated.
- Shingle aging is accelerated.
- The manufacturer’s warranties are voided.
- Results in other related problems.
Perfection aluminum roofing actually makes your house quieter. It is installed over existing decking and roofs. We will usually install a foam backer. Insulation and attic space add sound barriers as well. Your house will be quieter given all of the various sound barriers between the outside and you.
Yes, it is, with an optional foam backer, a perfection aluminum roof is among the few roofs that can be walked on without any permanent damage being done. With a steep roof, traction is better compared to other types of roofing products, so wear soft-soled shoes.
Steel and composition roofs lose critical protective granules each time they are stepped on. Steel caves in or dents, if the battens are not stepped on. Walking on those types of roofs voids the warranties as well. Wood shingles split, and concrete or clay tiles will break when stepped on.
Perfection Country Manor Shake increases your home’s value but not every new roof will. There are some that might hurt its resale value. That might sound frivolous. However, the main reason that a roof increases the resale value of your house is when it makes it more attractive. This is referred to as curb appeal by realtors. Your home’s two most dominant features are roofing and landscaping. If the car doesn’t stop, you won’t sell your house, no matter how must you have done on the inside of the home.
Metal is an excellent choice for a home in snow country, in addition to agricultural areas. Steel is available in many different types, including high-end copper and low-end galvanized, with a number of different options in between. In addition, there are many different types of metal roofing, that range from standing seam to several kinds of metal shingles. A metal roof is very durable even in extreme condition, can help to improve your home’s efficiency and is long lasting (a majority of metal roofs are able to last as long as 50 years).