SynopsisWhether you're shingling your own home or working on roofs every day, Roofing with Asphalt Shingles will guide you through improving the quality, appearance, and production of your roofing projects, from eaves to ridge. Asphalt roof installation may not be the most difficult task, but improper methods can lead to costly interior damage. Avoid these concerns with the clear, step-by-step instructions provided by custom builder and roofing expert Mike Guertin. With Roofing with Asphalt Shingles , you'll have the essential know-how to complete roofing jobs efficiently and effectively, reducing the risk of costly errors and ensuring your roof is built to last. Key Features: Comprehensive Planning: Includes strategies for estimating, ordering materials, and calculating adequate roof ventilation to ensure long-term durability. Roof Deck Preparation: Step-by-step instructions for preparing a roof deck, a critical step for proper shingle installation. Efficient Installation: Learn how to install asphalt shingles quickly and accurately, ensuring a polished, professional look. Flashing Techniques: Detailed guidance on flashing critical roof-to-roof and roof-to-wall connections, preventing leaks and future water damage. Reshingling Expertise: Includes tips for stripping and reshingling old roofs, a common necessity for maintaining roof longevity., More than 80% of the homes in North America are roofed with asphalt shingles. Whether you're shingling your own house or tackling roofs every day, Roofing with Asphalt Shingles will help you improve the production, appearance, and quality of your finished product from eaves to ridge. Installing an asphalt roof isn't the most difficult task you'll face, but improper installation can lead to costly interior damage. Avoid those worries with clear and complete instructions from author and custom builder Mike Guertin. In Roofing with Asphalt Shingles you'll find details on: planning, estimating, and ordering materials calculating and installing adequate roof ventilation preparing a roof deck for shingles installing shingles quickly and accurately flashing critical roof-to-roof and roof-to-wall connections stripping and reshingling old roofs
LC Classification NumberTH2441.G84 2002