Should you remove your current roof before installing another? Although the advantages to leaving your old shingles are obvious (cheaper, less labor, faster), unless the initial roof is a single, problem-free layer, you could be setting yourself up for trouble. The new roof is of a lighter material than the original roof. If you put lightweight shingles over heavyweight shingles, all of the old bumps and ridges from the original roof will still show.

In most applications over asphalt shingles, our metal roofing can be applied over the old roof with 30lb felt underlayment or 1'x4' lathing boards installed between the existing roof and the new metal roof. This saves money and time. In addition, because there is no old roof to remove, landfill space is spared, helping to protect our environment.

Rustic Shingle is designed to be installed directly over worn out asphalt, fiber glass or wood shingle roofs to provide long lasting, weather tight protection. This eliminates the time, cost and mess a complete tear-off would require. The light weight of aluminum does not add any significant weight load to the house, unlike most other products. However, in same rare cases the old material may need to be removed to allow a secure installation of Rustic Shingle.

Although there are rare exceptions to the rule, most solar panels are either bolted to or mounted on the existing roofing material and must be removed before a new roof can be installed. Because solar panels are charged using a type of antifreeze, they will have to be removed and reinstalled by a licensed plumber who can insure that the job is accomplished properly.

Murray Shaw Inc. highly recommends the removal of the old roofing material before installing new asphalt shingles. The removal allows a professional to inspect the condition of the existing wood deck and all related roofing components to find any defects so that they can be fixed. Once all repairs are done, new shingles can be installed evenly and effectively.

A Galvalume? SSR is an ideal system for retrofit roofing. Its light weight makes it suitable for retrofit applications over any old, leaking, conventional, nonmetallic roof system. Retrofitting is accomplished by installing to the existing roof structure a light weight sub-framing system, generally made with light structural steel sections, that provides a minimum ?:12 slope for the new Galvalume? SSR.

Even though a Pine Shake roof can be installed over an existing roof it is important that a professional check all eaves and other walkable areas for rotted wood. Repairs must be made before proceeding with the Pine Shake installation. There are unique flashing available for all required areas and this flashing would be used over the existing flashings.

In many cases, Met-Tile can be installed directly over an existing roof. Ask your roofing contractor for further information. Though Met-Tile costs more "per square" than shingles, it is very cost- effective over time because it outlasts conventional roofing and requires little maintenance. After a number of years, panels can be repainted if desired, often eliminating the need for a far more costly roof replacement.

It has been happening before and it did happen before the new roof. The difference this time was that we had constant subzero temperatures for two weeks and we had more snowfall during the same two weeks than we [in Toronto], have [recently] been used to in a whole winter. It has absolutely nothing to do with a new roof this year - as long as Building Code standards were met or exceeded.

The building official may permit the re-covering of existing roofing based on the condition of the roof and the type of roof to be applied if the following general rules are applied: The Building Official may allow existing roof coverings to remain when inspection reveals all of the following conditions: That the roof structure is sufficient to sustain the weight of the additional dead load of the roof covering.

Usually not if you're installing the metal roof over existing asphalt, fiberglass or composition shingles (maximum of two layers thick). In most situations, the metal roof can be installed directly over the old roof.

Note that the weights for cedar, clay and concrete products are all dry weights. All three-product categories weights increase when wet .

The system can also be installed on a bracket on a south facing wall, close to the bathrooms. However, the installation is difficult and leads to extra cost. The fixing of the system to the bracket should be proper. Access to the system for repairs should also be ensured. Cost of hot water distribution piping could be reduced in such installations as the system will be close to the use point.

The new, larger water main will likely be installed on the edge of the service road, along the west side of Sterling Boulevard. The old water main will remain in service. VDOT generally does not allow intersections to be completely blocked by construction activity. Traffic will be able to access intersections, with the help of some flagmen and lane diversions. Since the work will be conducted in phases, most likely only one intersection will be worked on at any one time.

Rustic Shingle installation requires a minimum pitch of 3 in 12. The product is often installed over existing roofs without a tear-off. Your Rustic Shingle dealer can determine if your roof, like most, is suitable for a Rustic Shingle roof-over. Of course, Rustic Shingle is perfect for new construction too, requiring solid decking and 30# felt underlayment.

Yes, but the preferred method is removal. The Uniform Building Code allows two (2) roofs on commercial (flat) buildings and three (3) roofs on residential(steep) buildings. Removal allows for inspection of the substrate, and the elimination of any wet, rough, and/or unstable existing materials.

We only install lenses into frames are are purchased from us at the time of your frame purchase or within 30 days of your shipment.

Not necessarily. The majority of obsolete tile roofs can be either repaired or restored. One criteria for either option is to locate matching replacement tiles in a quantity sufficient to effect the repair or restoration and then contract with a qualified roofing contractor to replace the roof tile.

Yes! In most cases, if a roof is sound, and local codes permit it, we can utilize existing structures such as carports, breezeways and porches.

TPO is not the cure all for all roof problems. Good roofing practices still apply when considering even a tough TPO membrane. Any wet insulation in the existing roof system should be removed prior to ANY new roof system installed, including TPO. But once all the existing insulation and decking has been inspected and approved, a TPO system can be installed after an insulation board has been applied over an existing built up roof system or other single ply membrane.

PV panels can be removed for service of the system and your roof. If need be, the entire system can be removed from the roof. If you need to replace or have work done on your roof ? do so before adding a PV system. If you already have a PV system installed and need a new roof, contact the PV installer (or Solar Home Energy Solutions), before roof repair work is begun.

Yes, as long as the frame is still in good shape. We would not want you to put expensive lenses into a frame that will break in a few months!

All solar screens from Solarscreens.com are installed with either stainless steel hex head screws or tension springs. Tension springs allow the easiest removal by not requiring any tools. Hex screws require a 1/4" socket or crescent wrench easily found in your toolbox or nearest hardware store. Hex screws are the preferred method for fixing solar screens to the window because they add a little extra protection against burglars and vandals.

Yes, window tint can be removed at any time after installation. However, it must be scraped off entirely. It is a messy job. Please call us if you require a removal. We would be more than happy to assist you.

Choosing hansons roofing is one of the best ways to improve the visual appeal and market value of your home. Their rich, dimensional appearance makes a statement that few other roofing materials can.

Most slate roofs are actually very durable and can withstand the necessary foot traffic of workmen. Hook ladders and roof planks can be used to distribute the weight of workmen, and they do help. However, a few broken slates can be expected and are easily repaired in the process of repairing the existing roof. If the work is done carefully by trained workmen, a slate roof will not be ruined by craftsmen replacing broken slates and damaged flashings.

The fence was installed circa 1870. The fence posts, which at one time had cannon balls on their tops, were changed out in the 1920s.

Typically the removal and disposal of this type of asbestos containing material is not regulated (from a commercial standpoint) if removed properly. If you feel the material is not being handled properly (for example it is being crushed, pulverized, reduced to powder, or broken extensively) contact your local EPA official.