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Photo Album: Complete Roof Replacement in Plainville, CT

Jim in Plainville reached out to Brown Roofing after experiencing issues with his roof—just ten years after having it installed. Poor installation was starting to show, with shingles sliding out of place. Inspector Geoff conducted a thorough assessment and discovered that not only was Jim’s roof failing, but it was also no longer up to code. Certain areas required a specialized low-sloping system, which hadn’t been used. Knowing he needed a team he could trust, Jim made the right call. Project Manager Bill and his skilled crew got to work, replacing his faulty roof with top-quality materials and expert craftsmanship. Now, with a durable, code-compliant roof backed by our 50-year warranty, Jim can enjoy peace of mind knowing his home is protected for decades to come! Brown Won't Let You Down!

The Roof Before

This is what Jim's roof looked like before the replacement. Click through to see the awesome transformation!

Before: Stained Shingles

A closer look at this section of Jim's roof shows staining on the shingles, indicating that water is not flowing off of the roof into the gutters like it should. Let's fix that~

Old Shingles Are Removed

The crew kicks things off by stripping off all of the old shingles. This exposes the plywood foundation underneath, which is called the roof decking.

Decking Is Examined

As the structural framework of the roof, the decking must be in tip-top shape. The crew carefully inspects the entire surface for any evidence of damage, like rot or mold, and removes the affected pieces.

New Decking & Underlayment Are Installed

Sturdy new sheets of CDX plywood are precisely fitted and nailed into place. Next, the crew seals up the seams of all of the plywood with all-weather deck tape. After that, a layer of underlayment is installed over the entire decking. This thin, water-resistant material protects the roof from harsh elements like wind, rain, snow, and ice.

New Shingles Are Installed

Now it's time for the exciting part - installing the new shingles! The crew installs IKO Dynasty premium-laminated architectural shingles, renowned for their durability and curb appeal. These top-tier shingles come in a variety of colors, and Jim has chosen the ever-popular Granite Black for his new roof.

SBS Roof Base Is Installed

This section of Jim's roof is low-sloping, meaning that its pitch is too gentle to have shingles installed. Instead, a specialized SBS (styrene-butadiene-styrene) roofing system is applied. This synthetic rubber membrane consists of two parts. The first layer, known as the "base," is similar to the underlayment that is applied to the other sections of the roof.

SBS Roof Cap Is Installed

The second layer, called the "cap," is firmly adhered over the case, completing the SBS roof.

Ridge Vent Is Installed

A vent is installed along all ridges of the roof. This vent ensures proper air circulation by allowing hot, humid air that rises from inside of the house a means to escape - preventing damaging condensation buildup.