Category Archives: Roofing
Types of roofing insulation in New Jersey
There are five different types of roofing insulation that we use for roofing in new jersey
Blankets, in the form of bats or rolls, are flexible products, usually made from fibers. They are available in widths suited to standard spacings of wall studs and attic or floor joists. Continuous rolls can be hand-cut and trimmed to [...]
New roof installation – preparing the roof
The procedure of laying a roof is:
- Prepare your roof.
- Lay the first, nail it, layer of underlay felt. This can’t be bonded to the decking and that the decking can move without damaging your roof.
- Lay the second, bonded, layer of underlay felt.
- Install any gutters and gutter drips.
- Lay the top bonded layer [...]
Roofing anatomy
If you have a moderately or steeply sloped roof (at least four inches of rise for every foot of run), it probably consists of several layers of structural and protective materials. These layers work together as a system to shelter your home from the elements. Each plays a critical role in the ultimate performance of [...]