"As promised roof was installed in one day. Very meticulous in cleaning up debres. Pre roof install inspection Very thorough. Way above other contractors I contacted"
"We hired Cox to repair/replace the both sides of the church's pitch roof at Our Lady of Hope Church in Dundalk. They took off the old roof, added plywood, new cloth and shingles. We are talking about a roof that is 1000's of square feet! The job was done within the allotted time. The clean-up was superb! The price was 17% below the closest bid price. A most excellent result from a fantastic company."
"Informative and friendly first meeting, complete with detailed photos of the entire roof and an explanation of the process, followed by 1-day installation of a new roof, with excellent workmanship and a hardworking crew."
"Carol D explained the roof installation process very well, she was very knowledgeable. She answered all the questions I had. I would recommend Long Home Products!"
"Premier Roofing was extremely responsive throughout the project. They demonstrate outstanding customer service reply to all inquiries and concerns immediately. Their install team was extremely competent, hard working and did everything requested to insure we were fully satisfied with the results. Cleanup was thorough, all old roofing was removed that day, I have hound no nails or other debris since. If I could give this company a higher rating than 5 stars, I would."
"Charm City Roofing did an excellent job installing my new roof! From start to finish, the team was professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable. They explained the entire process clearly, completed the work efficiently, and left everything clean and neat afterward. The quality of the installation is outstanding, and I feel confident knowing my home is well protected. I highly recommend Charm City Roofing to anyone looking for reliable and top-notch roofing services!"
"Christian Roofing & Construction did the job right and efficiently. Their customer service was professional and courteous:) I highly recommend Christian Roofing & Construction."
The short answer is, yes, cedar shakes do last longer than asphalt shingles. But the long answer is, it depends on maintenance. Asphalt shingles last about 20 years, while cedar shingles typically last about 30 years with proper maintenance. If they are very well maintained and installed in an area with a mild, drier climate, they can last up to 50 years.
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.
Underlayment is used between existing shingles and a new metal roof to prevent friction and wear from the shingle granules on the underside of the metal. The underlayment also helps prevent water intrusion and allows expansion and contraction without wearing away at the roofing material.
Once framing is complete, you will need the following materials to roof a house:
Wood sheathing
Drip edge, a.k.a metal flashing
Underlayment for waterproofing
Roof covering, like metal or asphalt shingles
A shingle roof costs between $7,500 and $24,000 in total. The exact cost depends on the size of your roof and the number of bundles of shingles required. A bundle of shingles typically costs between $40 and $60, though contractors might be able to get a lower price than you’d get buying from a local hardware store.
The Edgewood, MD homeowners’ guide to roofing services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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