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Roof Replacement Photo Album: IKO Dynasty Biscayne Shines on This Watertown, CT Home

A Watertown homeowner reached out to Brown Roofing after discovering that her aging roof had deteriorating shingles and a chimney base that had been sealed with caulk instead of proper metal flashing. Inspector Dennis evaluated the roof and walked her through the steps needed for a long-lasting fix, not just another temporary seal. Project Manager Jared and the crew removed the old shingles, repaired damaged tongue-and-groove decking with new CDX plywood, and installed a full underlayment system to modern standards. The roof was then completed with IKO Dynasty shingles in Biscayne and finished with brand-new metal chimney flashing and a correctly built cricket for proper water diversion. The home now has a clean, durable roofing system: built to last, and finally built the right way.

The Roof Before

Here's what the roof looked like before the replacement. Swipe through to see the transformation!

Before: Caulky Chimney

A closer look at the old roof shows aging three-tab shingles and a chimney base that was sealed with caulk instead of proper metal flashing. Caulk is a temporary surface fix and not a watertight, long-term solution. Time to upgrade it the right way.

The Teardown

This home had tongue-and-groove plank decking instead of modern sheet plywood. Any damaged planks showing rot or decay were removed.

Bad Plywood Is Removed

This home had tongue-and-groove plank decking instead of modern sheet plywood. Any damaged planks showing rot or decay were removed.

New Plywood Is Installed

New CDX plywood was precisely cut and installed in those areas, creating a solid, seamless base for the new roofing system.

Underlayment Is Installed

A full layer of underlayment was applied over the decking: a water-resistant barrier that protects the roof from rain, snow, and harsh weather.

New Shingles Are Installed

Time for shingles! The homeowner chose IKO Dynasty in the bold shade Biscayne, a gorgeous shade backed by our 50-year warranty.

New Flashing Is Installed on the Chimney

The chimney now has brand-new metal flashing and a correctly built cricket to divert water away from its base, a major improvement over the old caulk-only setup. Now it's watertight, clean, and built to last.

Ridge Vent & Cap Are Installed

A ridge vent was installed along the peak to let hot, humid air escape from the attic, preventing condensation and improving airflow. Ridge cap shingles finish it off cleanly.