"David Rackley is a professional. He promptly scheduled a time for an estimate, did a thorough preparation of the estimate, and then sat down with us to review in detail his proposal. The work was performed when he told us it would be and completed very efficiently and effectively. He communicated regularly and advised when unforeseen complications arose (there weren't many but I expected on a 30 year old roof on a 70 year old house there would be some). His pricing was transparent and fair. I would absolutely recommend Rackley Roofing and Supply for roof and gutter work in the Atlanta area."
"Elite Roofing is awesome! Very professional, thorough and took the time to explain roofing issues. Matt was very honest and that's hard to find this day in time! Highly recommended!"
"Had a ceiling leak that was clearly coming from a roof issue. Had the guys that put the roof on originally come out and they pulled out their drone and then came back with a $1,000 estimate. I decided to get a 2nd opinion, Mike from 4 Seasons came out, actually pulled out is ladder and inspected by getting up on the roof (imagine that!). He said he could do what the big roof company wanted to do for a little less but was not necessary and it was clear it just needed some resealing in one area where two roofs came together. While he was up there he inspected another area and nailed down a shingle or two and did another minor fix that caught his eye and was preventing water from dropping into my gutter guard topper (was flowing over it). The repair has been through at least 2 very heavy rains so it looks like the repair worked and I saved a ton of money. I have already referred them to a friend who may need a roof."
"Hixson Roofing did excellent work. Kyle came quickly and gave me a quote that was in line with Home Advisors estimates for the area. The crew was here on time and did not stop until they finished the job and cleaned the work area....no roofing nails found after they left! I would recommend Hixson Roofing and Kyle for any Roofing needs...professionals!"
"Worked with Russell Jones and his crew. The replaced all screws in my metal roof. They were on time and worked very hard, in spite of high temperature and hot metal roof. They explained what was being done and when they anticipated finishing. I would highly recommend Russell and his team."
"I'm so happy with Emerson Home Services. Our roof looks great! Emerson Home Services went above and beyond. They were professional from start to finish. If you need a new roof, I would definitely recommend Emerson Home Services!"
"Work was done well and it will probably last the 50 years they advertise. Only one area of roof trim is not flush. Worked around existing gutter guards. However, clean up was not great. They squashed plants in front bed after they asked and I told them to not harm the front flower beds. Moved patio furniture around and didn't put it back when done. Still had old shingle pieces on patio. They bent a gutter baffling. Didn't put gutter down spout extender back. So care for property is so so."
"I had a leak in my aluminum roof over my deck. Most roofers did not even quote it or wanted an ridiculous fee. Ben from Gutter Clear came out, assessed the damage, laid out what would be done to fix the issue and gave a fair price. The owek was do a couple days later. We had a big rain 2 days after and no issues!"
The most important thing to remember when laying shingles is to work from the bottom of the slope to the top. This leaves you with a top overlap that directs runoff from one row to the next until it reaches the eave for disposal. You should also make sure you follow the manufacturer's instructions and the local building code for nailing patterns and frequency so all of your hard work stays put through varying weather conditions.
A standard roof can hold a live load of about 20 pounds per square foot. However, gable roofs often have steeper-than-average slopes, so calculating their weight capacity can be challenging. If the slope of your gable roof is greater than 4:12, the live load needs to be decreased to allow for a larger dead load. Ask your roofer exactly how much weight your roof can support.
The size of the dumpster will determine how many squares of shingles can fit in a dumpster. You can place between 4 to 20 squares of shingles in most standard containers.
Due to the complexity and weight of tiles, DIY is not recommended. Professional installation ensures proper alignment and durability.
Furring strips (also called wood stripping) are not always necessary for a metal roof installation, but they are highly recommended and may be required by local building codes or the roofing manufacturer's specifications. There are several key reasons to use them:
Energy Efficiency: Furring strips, made of wood or metal, create an air gap between the metal panels and the roof deck. This acts as a thermal break, reducing heat transfer into your home and improving overall energy efficiency.
Moisture and Condensation Control: The air gap allows for better airflow, which helps prevent moisture buildup and condensation under the metal panels.
Structural Support: They provide a solid, even frame to which you can attach the metal roofing panels.
It is especially important to use furring strips when installing a metal roof over existing shingles. Without them, the roof surface can be uneven, and you will experience greater solar heat gain.
The Cartersville, GA homeowners’ guide to roofing services
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