Description Buckling of asphalt shingles can occur in new roofs or reroofing, and is most often the result of wrinkles in the roofing underlayment or movement of the wood decking. Moisture-induced deck effects typically show a pattern of shingle distortions coincidental with joints in the roof deck
Read more →Built-Up Roofing (BUR) membranes have been in use in North America for more than 100 years. BUR systems predominately consist of alternating layers of asphalt (bitumen) and fiberglass ply felts that create a very durable water-resistant membrane. The number of plies within a cross-section of the system
Read more →Introduction Asphalt shingles have been successfully used in various climate zones around the world, including in desert and tropical regions, for over one hundred years. Improved application efficiency and enhanced long-term shingle performance can be achieved by following the recommendations outlined below for hot weather storage and
Read more →When the time comes to reroof a building with an existing asphalt shingle roof, a decision must be made whether to remove the old shingles or apply new shingles on top of the existing layer. Most building codes define the options as follows: Reroofing: The process of
Read more →Revised November 2023 By Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) Attics are often overlooked and may be viewed by homeowners as just another place to store excess boxes of clothes and decorations. This is a mistake because, if not properly ventilated, an attic space can negatively affect energy
Read more →What is asphalt shingle recycling? It is becoming increasingly common for shingles to be recycled instead of going to a landfill. Shingle recycling is the process of taking asphalt shingles from roof tear-offs and reusing them in other products, ensuring the material does not end up in
Read more →Why is ventilation important? Proper ventilation reduces moisture build-up in your home The average family of four generates approximately 2 to 4 gallons of water vapor each day through activities such as breathing, perspiration, showering, cooking and dishwashing. When moisture vapor remains in a colder/dryer attic, it
Read more →The 2021 International Residential Code defines an attic as “the unfinished space between the ceiling assembly and the roof assembly.” Attics generally fall into one of three configurations. The most common places insulation on top of the ceiling of the underlying rooms, resulting in an unconditioned space
Read more →Attic ventilation is:Attic ventilation is the flow of outside air through the space at the underside of the deck of an asphalt shingle roof system. The proper ventilation of this space is a critical design and performance consideration. The benefits of proper ventilation include:Ventilation moves heat out
Read more →Introduction The application of any type of bituminous roofing system in cold weather poses special challenges. Specific to built-up roofing systems, these challenges can include maintaining the proper asphalt temperature at the point of application, slower cure time of cold-applied adhesives, and increased stiffness of roofing materials.
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