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Roof Replacement Photo Album: Upgrading Homes in Unionville, CT One Roof at a Time

Celestine in Unionville was ready for a full roof replacement, so she met with Inspector Geoff for a thorough assessment. After inspecting her roof, Geoff walked her through Brown Roofing’s top-tier process, detailing the high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship we bring to every job. Excited about the upgrade, Celestine moved forward with the project. Project Manager Carlos and his skilled crew got to work, replacing any compromised sheathing, adding a protective underlayment, and installing stunning new architectural shingles. Now, the roof algae and years of wear are a thing of the past, replaced with a strong, beautiful new roof built to keep Celestine and her family safe and dry for years to come! Brown Won't Let You Down!

Before: Front View

Here's a look at Celestine's roof before the makeover. Click through to see how we transformed it!

Before: Aerial View

This bird's-eye view gives a closer look at the issues with Celestine's old roof. Those dark streaks are roof algae caused by years of moisture buildup. Time to get rid of these worn out three-tab shingles and make way for a new long-lasting roof!

Prepping the Property

Before the crew starts the teardown process, large tarps are set up around the house and yard to ensure that the homeowner's property is completely protected from falling debris.

Old Shingles Are Removed

The crew carefully strips off all of the old shingles. This reveals the layer of plywood underneath, which is called the roof sheathing.

Bad Plywood Is Removed

As the structural foundation of the roof, the health of the sheathing is crucial. Any sections found with damage, such as rot or mold, need to be removed.

New Plywood Is Installed

The crew carefully installs brand-new 1/2" CDX plywood to seamlessly replace the removed sections, creating a sturdy foundation for the new roof. Each sheet is numbered for precise tracking, allowing the team to provide the homeowner with an accurate report of how many were installed.

Seams Are Taped & Underlayment Is Installed

With the sheathing fully secured and the new sheets nailed into place, the crew reinforces the seams of each plywood sheet with heavy-duty all-weather deck tape. Next, underlayment is installed over the entire surface. This thin, waterproof membrane protects the sheathing from harsh elements like rain, wind, snow, and ice.

Ready for the New Shingles

With the underlayment fully in place, the crew installs drip edge flashing along all the roof's edges. This metal component helps direct water away from the fascia and into the gutters, preventing moisture from seeping beneath the roofing and causing damage. Next, they prepare the starter shingles that will be installed over the drip edge flashing.

New Shingles & Ridge Vent Are Installed

It's time to install the new shingles! Celestine has selected the gorgeous shade of Frostone Gray from our premium-laminated IKO Dynasty collection. Next, a ridge vent is installed along the peak of the roof. This vent ensures proper airflow by allowing hot, moist air rising from inside of the house a way to escape, eliminating damaging condensation buildup.

New Flashing Is Installed on the Chimney

New flashing is installed on the side of the chimney where it meets the roof. This thin metal acts as a barrier, preventing water from seeping in through what would otherwise be a vulnerable roof junction.