Roofing and GuttersTime for a roof replacement? All homeowners know that proper roofing is the best protection for a house. However, knowing when you're ready for a roof replacement is often a difficult decision. Roofing shingles come in many styles and are made of many different materials. Most homes today have modern asphalt shingles that come in many varieties that provide different looks in the form of architectural shingles. Knowing when to install a new roof or to begin a roofing repair is important information. If your asphalt shingles are brittle looking or curled at the edges you will be faced with stripping the old shingles and replacing them with new shingles or other roofing material. If the shingles are in good shape an "overlay" with new material may be all that is needed.
In The HomeVery often, the first sign of roof failure is not on the roof itself but inside your home. Ceiling stains, flaking paint and plaster, peeling wallpaper, and discoloration near the wall/ceiling joint; though they may appear negligible, serve as advanced warning of future roofing problems. Stains may be caused by condensation in the attic or water seeping through the shingle covering, very often at joints and flashing in the roof or as a result of ice build-up in the eaves. In The AtticThe attic space must be adequately ventilated and insulated; otherwise; condensation of Interior moisture will occur. This will lead to ceiling stains or water leakage. After a heavy rain; check the attic for wet; darkened or stained decking and rafters. Moisture condensation may also accentuate any curling and clawing of the shingles on you roof. Moreover; wet insulation loses its effectiveness; with a consequent increase in heating costs. On The RoofIf your roof is more than ten years old, it is time to begin routine visual inspections. Inspections should be done twice a year in the spring and in the fall. Much can be seen from the ground. If you do go up on the roof be sure it's dry. Wear rubber-soled shoes for best traction and to avoid damaging the shingles If you are uncomfortable with the idea of climbing the roof but suspect problems exist, our on-site inspections and written estimates are free! 
Elk Roof ShinglesElk Roof Shingles, produced by Elk Building Products Inc., add a combination of beauty and depth to your home, along with quality and durability. In addition to Elk Roof Shingles’ ability to add style to the home, Elk Building Products Inc. claims that their products also offer top UL wind resistance and Class ‘A’ fire ratings, along with excellent warranties. Before selecting a product, take a moment to explore the various Elk Roof Shingles and the benefits to each series. Prestique Grande High Definition Elk Roof Shingles
The Prestique Grande shingles are 40% larger than standard shingles, which adds a large-scale look to the home. These shingles carry a 40-year limited warranty and a limited wind warranty of up to 90 mph, along with the UL Class ‘A’ fire rating. Prestique I High Definition Elk Roof Shingles
Prestique I High Definition shingles have the appearance of an expensive wood shingle roof. Offered in a number of different organic colors, these shingles carry a 40-year limited warranty, a limited wind warranty of up to 90 mph and a UL Class ‘A’ fire rating. Prestique High Definition Elk Roof Shingles
Much like the Prestique I High Definition shingles, the regular high definition shingles are available in various organic colors. Prestique High Definition shingles, however, carry a 30 year limited warranty, a limited wind warranty of 80 mph and a UL Class ‘A’ fire rating. The UWD Way to Install is the “Right Way”After the shingles have been torn off, there are several steps taken to "dry-in" a roof. New drip-edge is installed, new flashing is installed around roof penetrations, and 30 lb. roofing felt (also known as tar paper) is installed to prevent leaks while the shingles are installed. After the roof surface had been completely cleaned of debris and all loose boards had been fastened down, we install the drip along the eave. We nail the drip edge with 1-1/4" galvanized roofing nails. Next, the ice and water shield is installed(in colder climate areas). This 3-foot-wide strip is extremely sticky... once applied you can forget about peeling it off. We roll out the tar paper and secured it with staples. The hammer tacker is by far the fastest tool for this purpose, although an electric staple gun also works well. Each pipe is flashed with a new rubber boot to make sure no leakage occur around drain or ventilation pipes. The first thing we installed was the starter strip, which is just a backing for the first visible row of shingles (it prevents water from getting through to the roof at the gaps between shingles, and at the notches between tabs). We began by installing shingles from the lower corner, working to the right and also working uphill. Note how the first full shingle overhangs the edge by about 1/8". This makes the water drip away from the fascia (the vertical board at the edge of the roof) and helps reduce deterioration of the fascia. Note how the first full shingle overhangs the edge by about 1/8". This makes the water drip away from the fascia (the vertical board at the edge of the roof) and helps reduce deterioration of the fascia. Notice the pattern of shingles as they are applied. This method of starting at a corner and working outwards and upwards can be a good way for two people to apply shingles and not be in each other's way. One person works horizontally and the other works up the diagonal. A plastic-and-rubber flange was used to seal around penetrations such as this plumbing vent. The lower edge of the flange lies above the shingles, and the upper edge is underneath the shingles. The shingles were cut to fit around the flange's dome. The finished roof. The architectural-grade shingles have a pleasing textured appearance created by the raised layers.
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