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Photo Album: A Strong New Roof for St. Bernard Church in Sharon, CT

The team at St. Kateri Parish reached out to Brown Roofing to replace the aging roof on St. Bernard Church in Sharon. After years of harsh New England weather, the roof was showing clear signs of wear: shingles were coming loose, and moss and algae had taken hold. Inspector Chase performed a full examination and confirmed the damage. He walked the parish team through our process and materials, and they felt confident moving forward with us. Project Manager Bill and his expert crew got to work, removing the old shingles and inspecting the plywood foundation beneath, known as the sheathing. Any damaged sections were replaced with strong, half-inch CDX plywood to ensure a solid base. Next, ice and water shield membrane was installed from the eaves up, followed by synthetic underlayment across the rest of the surface. The parish selected IKO Dynasty shingles in the classic, timeless shade of Granite Black — a perfect complement to the church’s architecture. As always, these shingles are backed by our 50-year Brown Promise warranty. After a few final touches and a thorough property cleanup, St. Bernard Church’s new roof is officially complete: beautiful, durable, and ready to protect the parish community for many years to come. Brown Won't Let You Down!

Before: Front View

Here's what the front of the church roof looked like before we began the renovation. Click through to see the incredible transformation!

Before: Mossy North Side

This angle shows how dark the north-facing roof has become from algae growth. Moss thrives on the north side thanks to the shade and constant moisture - an ideal environment for these clingy invaders.

Before: Shingles Falling Off

In this shot, you can see shingles starting to fall off. Time to replace them with new, stronger, and properly secured shingles as part of a complete roof upgrade.

The Teardown Begins

The crew begins by carefully stripping off all the old shingles. Before they start, large protective tarps are hung around the roof's perimeter to shield the property from falling debris and make cleanup faster and easier.

The Sheathing Is Exposed

Beneath the old shingles lies the sheathing: the structural plywood foundation of the roof. The crew inspects this layer closely for any signs of damage, such as rot or mold.

Ice & Water Shield Is Installed

Ice and water shield membrane is installed from the eaves up six feet to provide superior protection against the elements: rain, snow, wind, and ice included.

Underlayment Is Installed

The remaining surface is covered with Velora One synthetic underlayment to create a durable, weather-resistant base for the new roofing system.

Dormer Roof Is Installed

This small roof structure over the front door is called a dormer. Just like the main roof, it's fully prepped with ice and water shield to get it ready for new shingles.

New Shingles Are Installed

Now it's time for the new shingles! The parish selected IKO Dynasty shingles in Granite Black; a beautiful, bold shade that perfectly complements the church's red brick exterior and white accents. These shingles are proudly backed by Brown Roofing's 50-year warranty.

After: The Finished Roof

With a few finishing touches and a thorough cleanup of the property, St. Bernard Church is looking spotless and strong - ready to protect its congregation for many years to come!