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Roof Repair Photo Album: Code-Compliant and Leak-Free with New SBS Roof in Trumbull, CT

Inspector Austin headed out to Trumbull to meet with homeowner Edward, who was dealing with a wet spot on his roof every time it rained. After a thorough inspection, Austin discovered that the affected section was actually a low-slope area no longer up to code—it needed a proper SBS (styrene-butadiene-styrene) roofing system instead of shingles. Not only would this bring the roof up to code, but it would also solve the leaking issue for good. Edward was excited to move forward, and Project Manager Bill and his expert crew took it from there. They removed the old materials, replaced any damaged plywood, and installed a clean, durable new SBS roof. Now Edward’s home is leak-free, code-compliant, and looking great! Brown Won't Let You Down!

The Roof Before

Here's the area of Edward's roof that we will be transforming. Click through to see the fantastic renovation!

The Teardown Begins

The crew kicks things off by stripping the old shingles off of the roof. This reveals the layer of plywood underneath, which is called the sheathing. The sheathing is the structural foundation of the roof.

Bad Plywood Is Removed

As the structural foundation of the roof, the sheathing needs to be free of damage, such as rot or mold, before the new roof can be installed. Any sections found damaged-such as this section here-need to be completely removed.

New Plywood Is Installed

Sturdy new CDX plywood replaces the removed sections. Each new sheet used is numbered so that the crew can accurately report back to the homeowner exactly how many sheets have been installed.

SBS Base Is Installed

It's time to start installing the new SBS roof! This layer, known as the base, is installed first. This is the roof's underlayment which thoroughly protects the sheathing underneath from harsh elements like wind, rain, snow, and ice.

New Shingles Are Installed

This section of Edward's roof was pitched enough to have new shingles installed. Strong shingles from our trusted IKO collection that most closely matched the color of Edward's current shingles were used, solidly nailed into place and creating a seamless finish.

SBS Cap & New Insulation Is Installed

The second layer of the SBS roofing system, known as the cap sheet, is securely adhered over the base layer, completing the flat roof section. The crew also installs new insulation along the side of the house where it meets the roof to help retain heat and prepare the area for new step flashing, which will protect against water intrusion.

New Flashing Is Installed

New flashing is also carefully installed around the sides of the chimney where it meets the roof as well as around the large roof pipe, ensuring a watertight seal and preventing moisture damage.