Eave membrane
Self-adhering membrane is applied at the eaves and in valleys beneath the underlayment and shingles.
Shingle Roofing
Shingle Roof Installation Emerson, NJ
A roofer in Emerson can install a new shingle roof from the deck up: drip edge, ice and water shield, underlayment, starter strip, shingles, flashing and ridge vent, whether the roof is on a new home, an addition or a reroof. Call (551) 398-0015 to reach a local roofer.
A shingle roof works as a system, not as a single product. Below the shingles go metal drip edge, a self-adhering ice barrier at the eaves and valleys, a layer of underlayment and a starter row at the edges. Flashing at every wall, chimney, valley and pipe, plus intake and exhaust ventilation, finishes the system.
Shingle choice sets the look, the wind rating and the life of the roof. Most new roofs use architectural shingles, which are heavier and longer lasting than the older flat 3-tab style. For hail-prone areas there are impact-resistant shingles, and lighter colors can help keep a sunny attic cooler.
Not every roof can take shingles. The usual minimum for shingles is a 2 in 12 pitch, with a double layer of underlayment on slopes up to 4 in 12. A low porch or shed dormer may need a membrane section joined carefully to the shingles.
Many shingle roof installation calls in Emerson also turn up a need for shingle roof replacement or roof installation.
Looking for Emerson shingle roof installation? Call (551) 398-0015 and describe the problem to a roofer who works in Emerson.
Call nowThe process
How shingle roof installation works
A shingle roof is built from the eaves up, layer over layer.
Start with the deck
Sheathing has to be flat, dry and well fastened, so loose sheets are renailed and damaged ones replaced. A wet deck is never covered.
Seal the edges
Drip edge goes along the eaves, then ice and water shield runs up from the eave edge and down every valley. That membrane seals around nails where ice backs water up.
Underlayment rows
Synthetic underlayment or felt is rolled out in overlapping rows from the bottom up, then drip edge goes on along the rakes over it. It is the backup layer if wind ever drives water past the shingles.
Starter strip
Starter shingles go on first at the eaves and rakes, putting a sealant line under the edge where wind lifts first. That is where wind damage usually begins on a poorly built roof.
Shingle the field
Shingles go on in offset courses with nails in the marked nailing strip, and step flashing is woven in with each course along walls. Valleys are finished open with metal or closed-cut, depending on the shingle and the roof.
Ridge vent
Exhaust at the ridge is matched to intake at the soffits so air moves through the attic. Too little intake makes a ridge vent pull air the wrong way.
What is included
Layers of a shingle roof system
Drip edge
The edges get drip edge and starter shingles which keeps wind from peeling up the first course.
Ridge ventilation
New flashing and balanced ventilation finish the system so the details match the shingles.
Deck underlayment
Underlayment rows are lapped from the eaves up as the second line of defense.
Choosing a shingle
3-tab, architectural or impact-resistant shingles are matched to the house and to the weather the roof will face.
Related service
Architectural Shingle Installation Emerson, NJ
Installing architectural shingles uses the same layers underneath, with a few details specific to laminated shingles. The double thickness only holds if the nails catch both layers, so placement is checked as the roof goes on. The ridge and hips get thicker cap shingles made for the line, not cut 3-tab pieces.
In Emerson, NJ, architectural shingles are the common choice for both new homes and reroofs. They stand up to wind better than 3-tab, hide small dips in the deck and usually last longer. Look at a few colors on a nearby roof in daylight before deciding.
Related service
Asphalt Shingle Roof Installation Emerson, NJ
Asphalt shingle roof installation is standard work, but the quality varies a lot from one crew to the next. The shingles rarely fail first; the edges, nails and flashing do. Ask the roofer to explain the nailing pattern, the underlayment and how walls and valleys will be flashed.
For an asphalt shingle roof installation in Emerson, plan for a few days of work on an average house. Shingles seal best in warm sun, so roofs installed in cold weather are often hand sealed along the edges. The crew will watch the forecast, since wet decking cannot be covered.
Local help
Shingle Roof Installation Near Me
New shingle roofs in Emerson go on everything from new houses and additions to reroofs of older homes. Across Emerson and nearby communities including Westwood, Oradell, Haworth and Hillsdale, architectural shingles have replaced 3-tab as the usual pick on new installations, which is why the system under the shingles deserves as much attention as the color. Looking for a shingle roofer near me? Ask about the full system, from drip edge to ridge.
Searching for shingle roof installation near me from Emerson or Westwood, Oradell, Haworth and Hillsdale? Call (551) 398-0015 to talk to a roofer who works in your part of town.
Roofs in this climate
Cold winters bring snow, ice and a long stretch of freezing nights. Heat escaping from the attic melts snow on the upper roof, and the water refreezes at the colder eaves, which is how ice dams form and back water up under the shingles. Strong coastal storms push rain into every weak spot at the flashing and valleys. Most homeowners in Emerson, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why fix it now
Smaller repairs
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Local knowledge
Roofers in Emerson know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Know what happens next
Ask the roofer about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Common questions about shingle roof installation
What kind of underlayment should go under shingles?
Starting at the deck, a new roof gets drip edge, ice and water shield at the eaves and valleys, underlayment over the rest and a starter strip at the edges. Felt still works, but synthetic is tougher and holds up better if the roof sits open. Check that the shingle instructions and local code are both followed.
Can shingles be installed in cold weather?
Warm, dry days give the best results for a shingle install. Winter installs are possible, but the shingles need gentle handling and the sealant may not bond until warmer days. Rain and snow are the real limits, since a wet deck should never be covered.
How steep does a roof need to be for shingles?
Asphalt shingles need a slope of at least 2 in 12. Between 2 in 12 and 4 in 12, a double layer of underlayment or a full ice barrier is required to make up for slow runoff. Porches and additions below that line need a low slope material.
Why does nail placement matter on a shingle roof?
Nail count and placement decide how well shingles stay on in wind. Standard nailing uses four nails, and high-wind areas often require six. Each nail has to sit in the nailing zone, flush with the surface, not too high and not driven through.
Which is better, 3-tab or architectural shingles?
3-tab shingles are a single flat layer with cutouts, while architectural shingles are two laminated layers. For most homes architectural shingles are the better value over the life of the roof. 3-tab still works for sheds, garages or matching an existing roof.
More questions? Call (551) 398-0015
Other services that may help
Shingle Roof Replacement
Full shingle roof replacement, from tear-off and deck repair to new shingles and flashing, including permits, cleanup and a final check.
Learn moreRoof Installation
Putting on a new roof the way the material maker intends, with ventilation and flashing planned in from the start.
Learn moreRoof Ventilation
Balancing attic intake and exhaust with soffit vents, ridge vents and attic fans, so shingles and decking last as long as they should.
Learn moreGutter Installation
Gutter installation that carries roof water away from the siding, fascia and foundation, so water ends up where it should.
Learn more
Looking for something else?
See all roofing servicesNeed shingle roof installation in Emerson, NJ?
Call (551) 398-0015 to talk to a roofer serving Emerson, NJ.