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Roof Replacement Photo Album: Beauty & Long-Term Protection Guaranteed with a Total Roof Replacement in Stratford, CT

Inspector Darwin headed out to Stratford to meet with homeowners Dee and Dez after they reached out to Brown Roofing with concerns about their roof. They weren’t sure of its exact age, but the water spots forming on their ceiling were a clear sign something wasn’t right. Plus, their insurance had requested an inspection - so they knew it was time to take action. After a thorough assessment, Darwin discovered not just water damage but also broken shingles, leaving their home vulnerable to the elements. When he shared his findings, Dee and Dez knew a total roof replacement was the best move. That’s when Project Manager Connor and his expert crew stepped in, ready to make it happen! They replaced damaged decking, reinforced the structure with high-quality underlayment, and installed stunning IKO Dynasty shingles to top it all off. Now, Dee and Dez don’t have to worry about leaks, missing shingles, or the next big storm. Their brand-new roof is built for strength, beauty, and long-term protection - ready to handle whatever Mother Nature throws its way for years to come! Brown Won't Let You Down!

The Roof Before

Here's a look at Dee and Dez's house before the roof replacement. Click through to see the fantastic transformation!

Before: Fallen Shingles

This closer look at Dee and Dez's house shows shingles fallen out of place. Harsh weather along with inadequate installation techniques can lead to this happening. Let's get this fixed up!

Old Shingles Are Stripped

The crew kicks things off by carefully tearing off the old shingles of the roof. This reveals the layer of plywood underneath, which is known as the roof decking.

Bad Decking Is Removed

As the structural framework of the roof, the health of the decking is essential. Any parts of the decking found to have damage such as rot or mold are removed and replaced with brand-new sturdy plywood.

New Plywood Is Installed

Each new sheet of CDX plywood is precisely measured and fitted into place and securely nailed into the rafters.

Seams Taped & Underlayment Applied

The seams of each plywood sheet are taped with strong all-weather deck tape. After that, a layer of underlayment is installed over the entire surface. This thin material keeps the decking water-resistant by shielding it from extreme elements such as rain, snow, and ice.

New Shingles Are Installed

With the underlayment in place, it's time to start installing the brand-new IKO Dynasty shingles. These premium-laminated shingles are renowned for their superior quality and stunning curb appeal. Dee and Dez have selected the beautiful shade of Atlantic Blue for their new roof.

SBS Roof Section Is Installed

This section of Dee and Dez's roof is considered low-sloping, meaning that its pitch is too gentle to have shingles installed. Instead, a specialized SBS (styrene-butadiene-styrene) roofing system is installed. 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 Is Finished

The top layer of the SBS roof, known as the "cap," is installed over the base, carefully smoothed out and secured with a torch, completing this section of the roof.

Ridge Vent Is Installed

After all of the shingles are in place, a vent is installed along the ridges of the roof. This ridge vent ensures proper air circulation by allowing hot, humid air rising from inside of the house a means to escape, eliminating damaging condensation buildup.

The Roof After

After a couple of final touches such as securing the ridge vents with ridge caps for a seamless look and installing flashing around the chimney and all pipes, the new roof is complete!