A roof is not only just made up of shingles or tiles. It is a complex system of elements that all work together to protect your home. One critical part of the roofing system is your roof sheathing. So what exactly is roof sheathing? Why is it important to the roofing system as a whole…
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Roof System Components: Roof Structure
When most people visualize the roof they only think of the roof covering like the shingles or tiles but there is so much more to your roof. No materials would be able to go on your roof without a proper roofing structure. So what makes up the roofing structure? Let’s look at what the roof…
Roof System Components: Roof Flashing
Roof flashing is an essential way to prevent leaking through your roof. The flashing acts as a sealer between the joints in the roof. Certain areas of your roof and walls are more susceptible to leaks and water damage. This is definitely true in the case of a dormer wall, roof valleys, skylight edges and, the chimney.…
Roof System Components: Drainage
Your roof is the first line of defense to protect your home against whatever mother nature throws at it – snow, rain or even hail. Unfortunately, this water doesn’t sit on your roof, it needs to go somewhere. That’s where the roof drainage system comes in. Let’s look at what it is, the makeup and what…