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Roof Replacement Photo Album: Fairfield, CT Roof Gets a Much Needed Upgrade

After 22 years of wear and tear, Diane’s roof in Fairfield was ready for a full replacement. Inspector Geoff identified several problem areas, especially in the valleys and along the edges where water tends to collect. In a wooded setting like Diane’s, New England’s constant moisture only accelerates damage. One major concern was a low-sloping section of the roof that no longer met code. It showed signs of poor drainage, staining, moss growth, and a heavily weathered skylight. It was time to bring this roof up to code and restore its function and beauty. Project Manager Bill and the crew started by protecting Diane’s property with heavy-duty tarps before removing the old roofing. Damaged sections of the sheathing were replaced with new half-inch CDX plywood, each sheet carefully tracked and sealed with all-weather deck tape. Next, they applied ice and water shield from the eaves up six feet and covered the rest with Velora One synthetic underlayment. Diane chose Biscayne from the IKO Dynasty collection for her new shingles, a bold, stylish upgrade backed by a 50-year warranty. The low-sloping section was rebuilt with a specialized SBS-modified bitumen system for enhanced performance and a clean, watertight finish. The crew also replaced the old skylight with a new VELUX unit, bringing light back into the space. A ridge vent was added to promote attic airflow and prevent condensation. With the final touches complete and the property spotless, Diane’s new roof is finished and it looks fantastic! Brown Won't Let You Down!

Before: Front View

Here is a look at Diane's roof from the street out front. Swipe through to see it in closer detail as well as the gorgeous transformation!

Before: Deteriorating Shingles

A closer look at Diane's roof highlights just how much wear and tear can build up over 22 years, especially in a beautiful wooded setting like hers, where New England's weather brings constant moisture. Most of the damage appeared in the valleys and along the roof's edges, where water tends to collect.

Before: Pooling Water & Bad Skylight

This low-sloping section of Diane's roof has a pitch that's too gentle for shingles under current building codes. As you can see, water isn't draining properly, leading to pooling, staining, and heavy moss growth. The skylight has also weathered quite a bit over time. It's time to bring this roof up to code-and give it the refresh it deserves!

The Teardown Begins

The crew starts things off by carefully stripping all of the old shingles off of the roof. Before the teardown starts, they hang up large, heavy-duty tarps to catch the falling debris. This also keeps the homeowner's property fully protected from potential damage.

The Sheathing Is Exposed

Underneath the shingles is a layer of plywood called the sheathing. This is the structural foundation of the roof.

New Plywood Is Installed

As the structural foundation of the roof, it is critical that the sheathing is in tip-top condition before the new roofing system is installed. Any sections of the sheathing that display damage, such as rot or mold, have to be removed and replaced with strong new half-inch CDX plywood, ensuring a solid and strong base.

Seams Are Taped

Each plywood sheet installed is numbered for easy tracking by the crew so that they can accurately report back to the homeowner exactly how many new sheets have been installed. The seams of each plywood sheet are then taped up with all-weather Sealoron XT deck tape to meet current building code standards.

Ice and Water Shield Is Installed

Ice and water shield membrane is adhered to the sheathing from the eaves up six feet. This ensures the most watertight protection from harsh elements like rain, snow, and ice.

New Shingles Are Installed

Velora One synthetic underlayment is installed over the rest of the surface, and then it's time to install the new shingles! For her new roof, Diane selected the beautiful shade of Biscayne from our premium-laminated IKO Dynasty collection to perfectly complement her home. These sleek shingles are proudly backed by Brown Roofing's 50-year warranty!

SBS Roofing System Is Installed

The low-sloping section of Diane's roof is being upgraded with a specialized SBS-modified bitumen roofing system. This system includes two layers: a durable base layer, similar to the underlayment used beneath shingles, and a protective cap layer. Both are securely fastened to the sheathing to provide long-lasting performance and a clean, professional finish.

SBS Roofing System and Skylight Completed Installation

This beautiful Polyglass Elastoflex SBS roof is complete, topped off with a brand-new VELUX skylight to replace the old, weathered one. Now this space is protected and filled with natural light once again.