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. See similar questions...

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

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. See similar questions...

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. See similar questions...

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. See similar questions...

No. Titan offers a solid tile accessory to be used in valleys and along gables to give the authentic look of slate or shake. The solid tile accessory makes installation easier as the installer is not trying to arrange different sized pieces to assure a full tile ends at the valley or gable. This adds to the realistic look of the roof. With our unique material we are the only company that can offer the solid accessories. See similar questions...

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. See similar questions...

In most cases a metal roof can be installed over composition roofing materials. The condition of the roofing substructure will be a factor and the building codes in your area will dictate the number of roofing layers allowed. Because of its light weight, relative to all other roofing systems, many local codes will allow installation of a metal roof over multiple roofing layers where other systems would be prohibited. See similar questions...

with any roofing product, the best procedure to use when re-roofing is to tear off the existing roof and use industry approved underlayments to assure the best performance over the life span of the roof. But this can be done. It will not affect the material warranty, but it will affect the wind and fire ratings. So usually the benefits of tearing off out weigh going over an existing roof. See similar questions...

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. See similar questions...

HVAC contractor is typically required to properly install Guardian Plus systems. Installation requires that vent ductwork be installed to each room within the house (installation manuals are available in PDF format on our Product Manuals page if you'd like to see installation options before purchasing a Guardian Plus system). Generally the unit is installed in the garage, basement, crawl space or attic. See similar questions...

It depends on the type and size of the greenroof. Most homeowners could check a flat or low pitch greenroof. A roofing professional should if it is too large or intensive – you can include a maintenance agreement of at least twice per year with the greenroof contractor/greenroof company. Or you can work out an arrangement with the roof maintenance staff of your building. See similar questions...

Yes, although we do not recommend the application of our product by a novice do-it-yourselfer. By following our detailed installation instructions, an experienced do-it-yourselfer can install Springhouse Shingles with relative ease. See similar questions...

Solar panels can be attached to the MetroShed roof though care is needed to ensure that once attached any drilled holes are sealed correctly to prevent leakage. See similar questions...

Most bikes will still fit on roof racks with fenders installed. We must caution, however, that driving on the highway may cause breakage due to the high wind force causing the fenders to vibrate dangerously. See similar questions...

Waterloov® is indeed the most flexible product in the world. Not only can it not be installed on all types of guttering, it can be installed on all roof types and roof pitches. Many of the competing products, if you look at the fine print, will recommend that it not be used on pitches greater than 12 on 12--that's 12" in and up 12" to get the slope--or less than 4 on 12--that's 12" in and 4" up--a light pitched roof. See similar questions...

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. See similar questions...

The availability of a wide range of accessories and components make an EPDM roof system versatile. For example, the membrane can be adhered directly to wood and structural concrete decks, or mechanically anchored to steel decks. For decks with low pullout resistance (i.e., gypsum, fibrous cement and light gauge steel), special fastening components are available. Ballasted assemblies can be used on any deck as long as the structure is capable of supporting the weight of the installed system. See similar questions...

A roof inspection (and any necessary repair) is strongly recommended prior to a solar electric system installation. If roof replacement is needed after installation, New Millennium Power will temporarily disconnect and remove, then reinstall the solar panels. No. The cost of solar technology has dropped dramatically in the past 10 years and thanks to state rebates, tax credits and net metering, a solar electric system may be your most cost-effective power solution. See similar questions...