Posted by Lilia Gosselin on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 @ 03:15 PM
What We Did
- CertainTeed® Roofer's Select
- CertainTeed® Woodscape shingles
- Velux® fixed skylights
This customer contacted us because some of their asphalt shingles were curling and there was also noticeable mold growing on the roof as well.
We began this project by removing the layer of shingles and backing paper and inspected the sheathing for rot.
Then we installed CertainTeed® Roofer's Select and new CertainTeed® Woodscape 30 yr shingles. We also installed new aluminum flashing and replaced 9 of the old skylights with new Velux® fixed skylights.
"The crew worked extremely hard, were very polite, and were very knowledgeable about the job! We are extremely satisfied with the roof." - Owners
Before After
We also compete a lot of roofing installations in the Metrwest Area
Posted by Peter Martino on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @ 01:46 PM
What We Did
- Replaced the existing roofing, flashings and underlayment
- Removal and replacement of 9 skylights
- Framing for 2 Velux skylights
- Releading of the chimney base
This 1984 house in Rowley, MA has many leaks around the skylights. The customers knew they needed to change out the skylights and the roof to insure there house was well protected from any further water damage. This was a more difficult project than usual because there were many skylights that needed to be replaced and some framing that needed to be done. We made a double skylight into a single because of sizing limitations from Velux, the manufacturer. We finished off the interior and the customer was very pleased with the outcome.
We removed all of the existing shingles, flashings and backing paper from the original roof that was put up when the house was built in 1984. The roof was over 30 squares (3000 square feet), so it filled the dumpster easily.
After replacing the skylights, we releaded the massive chimney base on the right side of the house. This chimney was in bad shape because it was actually made from paver stones, which are normally used for driveways. This is not the best material for a chimney, but we made sure it was sealed properly from any roof water issues.
Next we installed 6 feet of Certainteed® Winterguard ice and water shield from all the edges and in all the valleys. Also, we put this ice and water barrier around all the skylights to insure protection from the water. We then installed an 8 inch drip edge around all of the edges of the house for further protection from water. This was followed by the installation of Certainteed's Roofers Select, their 30lb. felt underlayment used as a secondary barrier from leaks.
Finally, the shingles were installed on the home. The customer chose Certainteed® Landmark Premium Shingles, which carry a lifetime warranty through the manufacturer. They choose a new color, which was Landmark Premium's Max Def Burnt Sienna, which complemented there brownish, red house nicely.
Overall these customers were extremely happy with the way the project turned out. It was completed within one week of working days and with the quality they expected. They interviewed many contractors and roofers in Rowley and the surrounding area and chose us because they thought they would get the best installation and service and we did not disappoint them.
Posted by Peter Martino on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @ 12:22 PM
What We Did
This house in Billerica needed a full exterior makeover. The siding was falling apart the windows were in tough shape, and the roof was in poor condition. The homeowner was looking for a company that has roofers, siding and window installers all on the same staff.
Although it's tough to see the roof from these photos. We removed the old shingles from the roof and installed new CertainTeed® Woodscape 30 yr Architectural shingles in Pewterwood.
The homeowners were very pleased with their new roof and appreciated working with one company for multiple projects.
The owners of this home in Billerica were especially pleased that we protected their newly installed deck throughout the entire roofing replacement project. They said they are happy to recommend United to anyone looking for a roofer in Billerica.
Posted by Peter Martino on Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @ 12:02 PM
What We Did
- Roofing: CertainTeed® 30-year 3-tab algae-resistant shingles
This home in North Andover, Massachusetts was ready for a remodel makeover when we first saw it in 2006. The homeowner was looking for a roofer in Andover to take on the task. We also completed a siding, painting and cultured stone project on the same North Andover house.
Replacing the roof was the first order of business. This roof needed to be replaced, and fast! As a roofing contractor, this roof was pretty straight forward for us. We removed one old layer of asphalt shingles that had been on the roof for 20 plus years. We then replaced some rotted wood sheathing. We re-shingled the roof with new CertainTeed® 30 year 3-tab algae resistant shingles.
Here is the Feeback from the customer “Excellent work on roof. Fast, neat, hardworking crew.”