August 3, 2017
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers
As much as 95% of US roofing starts with wood panel sheathing. This is because it’s easy to work with and provides a sturdy substrate for roofing materials. However, if the wood sheathing panels are not installed correctly, bucking may occur and this will telegraph through to the shingles causing a ‘wavy’ look. This can result in very expensive call backs for the construction company, so ensure that you follow these guidelines and the manufacturer’s instructions as well as your design professional’s outlines in order to avoid problems.
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February 16, 2017
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers
Perhaps one of the most pervasive roofing options in North America, the asphalt shingle roof is a durable and cost-effective roofing option. In order to get the most curb appeal from your installation, here are some tips on installing asphalt shingles for optimum results.
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September 4, 2015
/ Posted in: The Ol' Sage Builder
Asphalt shingles make a great roof and there lots of options in color, appearance and grades to choose from. Let the Ol’ Sage Builder help you sort through this!
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August 13, 2015
/ Posted in: The Ol' Sage Builder
Do you have asphalt shingles over wood shakes and would like to remove the old asphalt shingles and install new asphalt shingles directly over the wood shakes? Curious to know if this is a good idea or a bad move?
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May 23, 2013
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers
If it’s time to replace your roof, cedar roof shingles are an attractive, but more expensive option than asphalt shingles. In fact, cedar roof shakes can be six or seven times the price of asphalt roofing. If you are considering a shift from cedar shingles to asphalt, there are a number of factors to consider.
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