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A roof is the top covering of a building, including all materials and constructions necessary to support it on the walls of the building or on uprights, providing protection against rain, snow, sunlight, extremes of temperature, and wind. A roof is part of the building envelope.

The characteristics of a roof are dependent upon the purpose of the building that it covers, the available roofing materials and the local traditions of construction and wider concepts of architectural design and practice and may also be governed by local or national legislation. In most countries a roof protects primarily against rain. 

A verandah may be roofed with material that protects against sunlight but admits the other elements. The roof of a garden conservatory protects plants from cold, wind, and rain, but admits light.

1. Roofing shingles properly

Quality roofers also know how to nail the shingles for long-term durability and guarantee appropriate shingle placement. They, for example:

  • In terms of gauge and length, use the correct roofing nails.
  • The nails must be driven into each shingle at a precise depth, neither too shallow nor too deep.
  • Each shingle should have the right amount of nails.
  • Correctly place the nails, usually just under the sealant strip.

It's essential to use proper nails to keep the shingles from flapping on the roof, cracking, and allowing moisture in.

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2. Getting rid of the old roof

While tearing off the old roof, the workmen will produce some debris. If the old roof is not removed before the new one is put on, something might happen:

  • Prevent the new roof from being correctly attached.
  • Puncture the underlayment and other roofing materials.
  • Prevent the new shingles from laying flat on the roof 

You can tell if your contractor is a professional if they take the time to properly clean the area before installing the roof.

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3. Properly installing shingles

Proper shingle installation may ensure the long-term durability, quality roofing, and weather resistance of shingles. A few things that good roofers perform are these:

  • Using the correct width of starting strips, as specified by the manufacturer.
  • Ensuring that the shingle courses are appropriately spaced apart.
  • The workers begin at the eaves' base and work their way up
  • If you have any questions about how your contractor plans to put the shingles, don't hesitate to ask.

Conclusion

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