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Roof Replacement Photo Album: Derby, CT Roof Replacement Built to Last for Decades

Derby homeowner Andrea reached out to Brown Roofing after her insurance company recommended getting a professional opinion, and we were happy to help! Unsure if she needed a repair or a full replacement, she welcomed Inspector Chase, who gave her roof a thorough checkup. After going over his findings, Chase recommended a full replacement and walked her through our top-notch process, premium materials, and expert craftsmanship. Once Andrea heard what we had to offer, she was all in! With the plan in place, Project Manager Bill and his skilled crew got to work. They removed the old shingles, inspected and replaced any damaged decking, laid down protective underlayment, and installed strong, beautiful new shingles. Now Andrea (and her insurance company) can breathe easy knowing her roof is built to last and looking great for years to come! Brown Won't Let You Down!

The Old Roof

Here's what Andrea's roof looked like before the renovation. Those three-tab shingles have got to go! Click through to see the awesome transformation.

Preparing for the Teardown

Before the crew starts taking off the old roof, large tarps are hung around the edges of the roof to protect the property from damage and catch falling debris, making cleanup a more efficient process.

The Decking

Once all of the old shingles are removed, the layer of plywood underneath is exposed. This is called the roof decking, and it is the structural foundation of the roof. This side of Andrea's roof has a type of decking called plank decking. The crew closely examines all parts of the decking to see if there is any damage, such as rot or mold. Any damaged parts found are removed.

New Plywood Installed

The crew installs brand-new 1/2" CDX plywood cut precisely to fit into the areas where the damaged decking was removed, ensuring a strong, solid base for the new roof.

Seams Taped & Underlayment Applied

This other side of Andrea's house had sheets of plywood installed as opposed to the plank decking. In accordance with current building codes, the seams of all of the sheets are taped up with all-weather, heavy-duty deck tape. After that, a layer of underlayment is installed over the entire surface. This thin, waterproof membrane shields the decking from harmful elements like rain, wind, snow, and ice.

New Shingles Are Installed

Now it's time to install the new shingles! For her new roof, Andrea has selected the stunning Cornerstone from our IKO Dynasty collection. These premium-laminated architectural shingles are proudly backed by our 50-year warranty.