Mineral surfaced roll roofing is inexpensive and easy to install but will typically not last more than 10 years. This is because a maximum of 2 layers is used, and…
How to Nail Asphalt Shingles into a Roof
Asphalt shingle roofs should always be installed over solid roof sheathing. The nails that you use to fasten the asphalt shingles to the roof should be 11 or 12 gauge…
How to Install Flashing for Roof Vents and Pipes
Vent pipes are normally flashed with a lead flange and sleeve (collar or boot). The lead boot would be installed over the vent pipe and the top of the lead…
How to Install Step Flashing and Continuous Flashing along a Chimney or Wall on a Shingle Roof
Step flashing should be installed as individual pieces for each course of shingles starting at the bottom of the chimney or wall. The first piece of step flashing over the…
How to Flash Chimneys and other Vertical Structures
Flashing at Chimneys and Other Vertical Structures Any flashing turned up on a vertical surface is called a base flashing. Flashing built into the vertical surface and bent down over the base…
