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Avatar for Global Home Exteriors, Inc.
Global Home Exteriors, Inc.
4.8(
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Sealant for Roof - Apply- For BusinessFlat, Foam, or Single Ply Roofing - Install or Replace- For BusinessAsphalt Shingle Roofing - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Newport, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very prompt and organized. Andrea came out during the day while they were working on the roof to check on progress and to see if there were any questions. She also followed up by email to see if we had any questions and was very transparent on the extra cost of having to replace some of the decking. Will definitely use them again in the future if need be!"
Roof Replacement
Roof Underlayment
Roof Installation
Roof Prep & Install
Shingle Installation

+1

Response time3 days
149 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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United Home Experts & United Painting Co
4.4(
186
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Asphalt Shingle Roofing - Install or Replace

Serving Newport, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job with my roofing project. Erik was great to work with, he was fast, honest, and friendly and Scott's install team was incredibly professional. My roof looks awesome. Would highly recommend and will work with them again for our windows."
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Response time1 day
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Roofing questions, answered by experts

You shouldn’t put a new roof underlayment over an old one for a few reasons. Old felt must be removed in order to assess the condition of your roof decking, such as rotting wood or other structural issues. Also, if your roofer doesn't install a fresh layer of felt as is required by shingle manufacturers, your warranty may be voided. Finally, old underlayment removal is often included in the cost of roof repair or replacement, so there's no real benefit to leaving it on before installing a new layer.

A chimney liner is typically easier to install by pushing it down through the chimney with the help of a rope. Depending on your fireplace and the type of liner, installing it by pushing it up through the chimney could work, but operating from the top down is usually the best option.

Flat roofs are a solid option for people who want extra outdoor space. Flat roofs are very common in other parts of the world and only recently has the U.S. started to see the benefit in the increased space. Flat roofs are also easier to maintain and pose much less of a safety risk, which allows for more DIY work for handy homeowners. Some people also build green or living roofs that grow plant life. 

A roof pitch multiplier is an accurate way to calculate roof square footage, and it’s handy for purchasing the correct amount of materials. To determine your roof pitch multiplier, you'll need to calculate the roof slope, square it, and add it to 144. Next, find the square root of the total and divide it by 12. The answer is your roof pitch multiplier. Once you know the roof pitch multiplier, multiply it by the total square feet of your building to determine the total roof surface area.

In some cases, yes, you can put a second roof layer over architectural shingles, but it depends on your home’s structural stability and the local building codes where you live. Architectural shingles are thicker and heavier than standard asphalt shingles, so you may need structural reinforcement or a structural engineer’s inspection before proceeding. Additionally, some building departments don’t allow for two roof layers, regardless of the roof type. You should ask a professional if ripping the old roof off before installing the new one is the best option for you.

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