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Roof Replacement Photo Album: Matching and Modernizing a 30-Year-Old Roof in Shelton, CT

Ziggy in Shelton reached out to Brown Roofing for help with replacing an older section of his roof. At 30 years old, this portion was well past its prime and showing signs of moisture damage, including streaky algae, lichen, and moss growth. Inspector Tyler conducted a thorough inspection and walked Ziggy through his options. Together, they came up with the perfect plan. Project Manager Austin and his crew got to work, removing all the old shingles and examining the plywood decking underneath. Fortunately, the decking was still in great shape, so the crew taped all the seams with all-weather deck tape to meet code, then installed ice and water shield, synthetic underlayment, and new shingles that seamlessly matched the rest of Ziggy's roof. Now, this section looks just as sharp and protected as the rest of the home. Brown Won't Let You Down!

The Roof Before

Here's a look at Ziggy's roof before replacement. We're focusing on the main section, where you can clearly see heavy lichen and streaky algae buildup. It's definitely time for a much-needed refresh. Swipe through to see the sleek transformation!

The Teardown Starts

The crew starts off by tearing all of the old shingles off of the roof, revealing the layer of plywood underneath. This is called the sheathing, and it is the structural foundation of the roof.

Examining the Sheathing

As the structural foundation of the roof, the health of the sheathing is essential. The crew closely examines the entire surface for evidence of damage, like rot or mold, as those sections need to be removed and replaced to ensure a strong and solid base for the new roofing system. Fortunately for Ziggy, his sheathing was in excellent condition, and the crew was able to move forward with the next steps!

Seams Are Taped & Underlayment Is Applied

The seams of each plywood sheet are taped up with all-weather deck tape to meet current building codes. Ice and water shield membrane are applied six feet up from the sides to ensure full protection from water, snow, and ice. After that, NovaSeal ULTRA synthetic underlayment is installed over the rest of the sheathing.

New Shingles Are Installed

Now it's time for the crew to start installing shingles! Ziggy chose this specific shingle to perfectly match the other sections of his roof. They're installed in a staggered "staircase" pattern to ensure a seamless look and reliable protection all the way through.

Ridge Vent Is Installed

A ridge vent is installed along the peak of the roof to allow warm, humid air from inside the home to escape, helping to prevent condensation and moisture-related damage.