Deck repair
Soft or rotted plywood, OSB or plank boards are replaced so the roof has a solid base.
Roof Replacement
Roof Replacement Garfield, NJ
Replacing a roof in Garfield means stripping the old layers, fixing the deck and building a new roof system from the wood up, and the inspection beforehand tells you whether replacement is really needed. Dial (551) 348-2856 to talk with a local roofer about replacement.
A roof usually needs replacing when the roofing itself is worn out, not when one spot leaks. Asphalt shingles lose their protective granules over the years, then dry out, curl, crack and stop sealing down, and a roof in that shape starts leaking in new places faster than anyone can patch it. Thin three-tab shingles usually give out before thicker dimensional ones, and a roof already carrying two layers has to come off completely.
What sits under the shingles matters as much as the shingles themselves. Underneath are the deck boards or sheathing, the underlayment, ice and water shield at the eaves and valleys, metal drip edge, flashing at every wall and chimney, pipe boots and the vents that let the attic breathe. A new surface over worn flashing or soft decking inherits the old problems.
Ahead of the first conversation with a Garfield roofer, note the age of the roof, any leak spots on ceilings and whether there might be two layers up there. A flashlight look at the attic side of the roof, stepping only on joists, can show stains or daylight the roofer will want to hear about.
Depending on what the roofer finds, roof replacement in Garfield, NJ can go hand in hand with roof installation and shingle roof replacement.
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Call nowThe process
The roof replacement process
Here is the typical sequence for replacing a residential roof.
Start with an assessment
The visit includes a look at the roof surface, the attic side of the deck and the flashing, plus measurements for materials. A written scope spells out the roofing, underlayment, flashing and vents, and the contractor usually files the reroof permit.
Tear off the old roof
Tarps go over plants and walls, and the old roofing comes off in sections into a dumpster or trailer. Only as much is torn off in a day as can be dried in by evening.
Check the sheathing
Bare decking shows exactly where water got in, and damaged sections are swapped for new sheathing.
Install the new roof
Drip edge goes on at the eaves, ice and water shield in the valleys and along the eaves, then synthetic underlayment, starter strip, new flashing, pipe boots and finally the roofing. Nailing to the shingle maker's pattern and balancing ridge exhaust with soffit intake are what make the roof last.
Final cleanup
Debris is hauled off and a rolling magnet sweeps the lawn, beds and driveway for nails. A final walk-through with you is the time to point out anything that looks off.
What is included
What gets replaced
Ice barrier
A fresh underlayment layer and ice barrier at the eaves and valleys protect the deck as a second line of defense.
Full tear-off
All old layers are stripped to the deck and hauled away so the new roof starts on clean wood.
New flashing
Drip edge, step flashing, counter flashing and pipe boots are renewed so the weak points match the new roof.
Ventilation
Ventilation is reworked so intake and exhaust are balanced which helps the new roofing last.
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Reroofing Garfield, NJ
Reroofing covers any new roof on an existing home, from a complete tear-off to a layer laid over the old shingles. Building codes generally allow at most two layers of asphalt shingles, and an overlay is only an option when the existing roof is flat, dry and has a sound deck. For most homes, a full tear-off is the better reroof because it exposes the deck and lets every piece of flashing be replaced.
When you talk with a Garfield roofer about reroofing, ask how many layers are on the house now and how they will confirm it. Make sure the scope lists the underlayment, the ice barrier, the drip edge and the vent work, not just the shingles.
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Roof Tear Off Garfield, NJ
During a tear-off, the crew strips the roof to bare wood using shovels and roofing forks, slope by slope. A dumpster is placed near the drop zone, and tarps cover beds, patios and anything that could catch falling debris.
The real value of a tear-off is what it reveals. It is common to find rot at the eaves, along valleys and beside chimneys, where leaks went unnoticed.
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Roof Decking Replacement Garfield, NJ
Roof decking, also called sheathing, is the layer of plywood, OSB or plank boards that everything else is nailed to. Years of small leaks or a damp attic can rot sheathing or make OSB swell and lose strength.
Rotted sections are cut back to solid wood and replaced, and spaced plank decks may get a full layer of new plywood or OSB. Since nobody knows exactly how much bad wood is under a roof until it is torn off, ask how deck replacement will be priced in the contract.
Local help
Roof Replacement Near Me
Around Garfield, most replacement jobs come down to age and weather: worn three-tab roofs on older houses and architectural shingle roofs that took a beating from wind or hail. From Garfield out to nearby towns like Lodi, Elmwood Park, Wallington and Passaic, roofers see the same pattern: replacing a roof before the deck rots keeps the job simpler, so it pays to have an aging roof looked at before it starts leaking in several places.
For roof replacement in Garfield, NJ or nearby towns like Lodi, Elmwood Park, Wallington and Passaic, call (551) 348-2856 to reach a roofer who covers your street.
What the local climate does to a roof
Cold winters bring snow, ice and a long stretch of freezing nights. Heat escaping from the attic melts snow on the upper roof, and the water refreezes at the colder eaves, which is how ice dams form and back water up under the shingles. Strong coastal storms push rain into every weak spot at the flashing and valleys. Most homeowners in Garfield, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why fix it now
Smaller repairs
Small roof problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Roofers who know Garfield
Roofers in Garfield know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Know what happens next
Ask the roofer about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Roof Replacement questions
Can a new roof go over the old one?
Building codes generally allow at most two layers of asphalt shingles, so an overlay is only possible on a roof with one layer and a sound deck. The trade-off is that nobody can inspect or repair the decking under the old roof.
What time of year is best for roof replacement?
Moderate temperatures and dry days make for the smoothest replacement. Asphalt shingles need warmth to seal down well, and roofers avoid opening a roof ahead of rain. If the roof is leaking now, a temporary fix can protect the house until replacement is scheduled.
How long does a roof replacement take?
For most single-family homes, the crew is on site for one to three days. Steep slopes, multiple layers, a lot of decking repair or a complex roof with many valleys and dormers can stretch that out.
Should I repair my roof or replace it?
The deciding factors are the age of the roof, how widespread the wear is and the condition of the deck. A few missing shingles, a cracked pipe boot or a flashing leak can be repaired. When shingles are brittle and bald everywhere, or leaks keep moving around, replacement is the better investment.
Do I need to be home during a roof replacement?
You do not have to be there the whole time, but it helps to be reachable. The roofer may need to ask about decking repairs or an unexpected issue once the old roof is off.
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