Roof Replacement in Dayton, OH

Signs it's time

Shingles curling or cracking across the roof, bald patches where granules have worn away, repeated leaks in different places, daylight through the roof boards in the attic, or a roof that's simply reached the end of its expected life.

Tear-off or overlay?

Some older Dayton homes already have two layers of shingles. Building codes generally limit how many layers a roof can carry, and an overlay hides the decking. A full tear-off lets the roofer replace rotted boards and start clean.

What goes under the shingles

Ice-and-water membrane along the eaves and in valleys helps guard against ice dams. Synthetic underlayment covers the rest. New drip edge, flashing and vent boots should be part of the job, not reused from the old roof.

Ventilation

Intake vents at the eaves and exhaust at the ridge let the attic breathe. Good airflow keeps the attic cooler in summer, reduces ice dams in winter and helps shingles last.

Permits and paperwork

Many cities in the area require a building permit for re-roofing. Ask who pulls it, what the warranty covers, and whether the manufacturer's warranty needs to be registered.

Plan ahead

Ask for the shingle brand and line, what's included, how rotted decking is priced and how long the job will take. Send a request and a roofer will get in touch.

Protecting your property

Ask how the crew will protect landscaping, windows and the driveway, and how they'll clean up nails. A magnetic sweep of the yard at the end of the job is common.