Common Mistakes Albuquerque Roofer Companies Make
The last thing a homeowner needs is to have their new roof begin to leak. AAA Roofing Co. wants you to know the common mistakes Albuquerque roofer companies make. Knowing these mistakes helps you stay vigilant to ensure your roof replacement goes smoothly.
Installing a New Roof Over an Existing Roof with Multiple Layers
If multiple layers are present on a roof, New Mexico building codes will only allow you to add a new roof if you remove the existing materials. Your roofing company should inspect your roof and detect how many layers are on your roof.
If there is only one layer, no water is detected, and a taper is not needed, then you might be able to install a new roof over your existing one.
Leaving Too Much Overhang on the Eaves
Shingles need to hang over the eaves. It keeps the water from penetrating the roof deck, which protects your deck from damage and deterioration. Too much overhang can cause your shingles to lift during high winds.
Albuquerque roofer companies should also install a drip edge flashing, which adds an additional layer of protection to your roof deck.
Failing to Install Starter Shingles
Starter shingles are the shingles placed along the eaves. Water leaks through the bottom shingle cutouts when these shingles are absent or improperly installed. This leaking water can damage the roof deck, causing it to deteriorate.
Installing Underlayment Incorrectly
Underlayment is the coating used to protect the roof deck. It's installed before the roofing materials are used.
This coating offers a water-resistant barrier and is applied directly onto the deck. Asphalt-saturated felt and synthetic underlayment are water-resistant. Rubberized asphalt underlayment is waterproof.
Water-resistant means the coating keeps the water from penetrating up to a certain saturation point. Waterproof means the coating keeps the water from penetrating, no matter how much it becomes saturated.
Securing Valley Flashings Insufficiently
The valleys on your pitched roof handle large amounts of water. Valley flashings protect this vulnerable part of your roof.
When valley flashings are improperly installed, water seeps under your roofing materials, causing the roof to buckle and fail. Leaks and structural damages can be severe.
Miscalculating the Roof Slope
It's essential to use the materials appropriate for the roof's slope. Not roofing a property with the right materials will result in building code violations and may require the roof to be re-installed or fixed.
Skipping Gutter Inspection
Gutters should be inspected to ensure that they are in good condition, free of debris, working properly, and installed correctly.
Failing gutters leads to leaking. You should replace or fix any gutters that are sagging, loose, or not sloped enough. By doing this, you’ll ensure water flows correctly, avoiding leaks and other issues.
Neglecting to Obtain a Permit
Albuquerque requires a re-roofing permit when replacing your home's roof. Trusted Albuquerque roofing companies will already do this for you, but you'll be held liable if this permit isn't secured.
You’ll also be held liable if the completed job does not pass inspection (receiving a green tag).
Carrying Insufficient Insurance Coverage
Your roofing company must carry insurance. If accidents or damages happen during the new roof installation, the costs could trickle down to you. New Mexico requires all roofer companies to carry liability insurance. Reputable roofers also carry workmans compensation insurance.
Ask your roofer for proof of insurance.
Refusing to Show You Their Warranty
Any reputable roofer company will be more than happy to show you their warranty in writing. The best roofing companies offer manufacturer and workmanship warranties. This means your new roof is covered for parts and labor if issues arise soon after installation.
Avoid These Common Albuquerque Roofer Mistakes by Contacting Us!
At AAA Roofing Co., our technicians review a comprehensive checklist to ensure your roof replacement goes smoothly. As one of Albuquerque's premier roofer companies since 1991, we offer decades of experience backed by solid warranties.
Looking for re-roofing services? Even though it seems like a foolproof process, ensuring your roof is a good candidate for reroofing is essential. We’ll thoroughly inspect your roof prior to installation to make sure lingering damages won’t be covered up by a new roof layer.
Contact us today to have your roof correctly replaced.