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Roof Replacement Photo Album: Roof Replacement Fixes a Leaky Bedroom in Hamden, CT

When Gary in Hamden started noticing water leaking into his bedroom during heavy rain, he knew it was time to call in the pros. His roof was 26 years old, and Inspector Rick found that the aging three-tab shingles were covered in moss: clear signs the system had run its course. Impressed by our process and reputation, Gary moved forward with Brown Roofing, and Project Manager Bill and his crew got started right away. The crew began by removing all of the old shingles and setting up large protective tarps to shield Gary’s property from falling debris. Underneath, they uncovered plank-style decking, an older form of roof foundation. Any damaged planks were cut out and replaced with strong half-inch CDX plywood, creating a solid base for the new roofing system. Next, the team installed ice and water shield from the eaves up six feet and around vulnerable areas like the skylights, ensuring superior leak protection. They followed up with synthetic underlayment and drip edge flashing around the perimeter to guide water safely into the gutters and protect the fascia. For his new roof, Gary chose a sleek shade from our IKO Dynasty collection. These premium laminated shingles are engineered for long-term durability and are backed by our 50-year warranty. The team also installed a ridge vent to improve attic airflow and prevent future moisture issues. With new chimney flashing sealed tight and every detail in place, Gary’s home is once again protected and looking better than ever! Brown Won't Let You Down!

The Roof Before

Here's a look at Gary's mossy old roof. Now swipe through to see how we upgraded it to a sleek, brand-new roof!

The Teardown Starts

The crew starts things off by carefully stripping all of the old shingles off of the roof. Before they begin, the crew hangs up large tarps to catch the falling debris as well as fully protect the homeowner's property from potential damage.

New Plywood Is Installed

Underneath the old shingles is a layer of wooden foundation called the decking. Gary's roof has a style of decking called plank. The crew removed all damaged sections of the plank decking and replaced them with strong new 1/2" CDX plywood, precisely cut to fit the removed spots.

Ice and Water Shield Is Installed

Ice and water shield are installed from eaves up six feet as well as around any more vulnerable sections like around Gary's skylights.

Drip Edge Flashing Is Installed

Synthetic underlayment is installed over the rest of the surface, and a drip edge flashing is installed around the edges of the roof to protect the fascia, diverting water towards the gutters.

New Shingles Are Installed

Now it's time to install the new shingles! Gary has selected the sleek shade of Granite Black from our IKO Dynasty collection to complement his home. These strong architectural shingles are proudly backed by Brown Roofing's 50-year warranty.