Manufacturer warranties and state building codes require 5 basic steps for every roofing system in Michigan. Our Residential Roofing Systems follow these guidelines:

1.  Ice & Water shield
2.  Roof deck protection (felt paper)
3.  Quality shingles
4.  Effective attic ventilation
5.  Proper flashing

Flat Roofs:

Products used for flat roofs are:  Two-ply rubber rolled roofing, EPDM and Dec Tec

All roofs are made up of a few basic components, as shown in the following diagrams:

Roof Example #1

Roof Example #2

Roofing Problems

Below are some warning signs and indications that you may need a new roof:

Missing Shingles

• Caused by improper fastening.
• Caused by exposure to high winds.
• Caused by aging.

Buckling and Curling

• Caused by improperly applied felt.
• Caused by movement in the deck.
• Caused by under-saturation of asphalt felt.

Blistering

• Caused by application over wet deck.
• Caused by moisture in shingle.
• Caused by inadequate ventilation.

Fungus Growth

• Caused by growth of airborne fungi or algae deposited on roof.
• Appearance problem that does not affect the service life of the roofing material.
• Occurs most often in warm, humid climates such as the southeast (where fungus resistant shingles are available).

Contact Us

Contact us today at (248) 398-1050 or click here for a free roofing or siding estimate.