The roofing business has dozens of terms and specific language that you may not understand. We want you to know exactly what you're getting when you hire us. We've outlined simple and straight forward answers to questions our customers typically have.
FAQs
Do I need to be home when the roof is being installed?
No. As long as our men have a clear driveway, open gates, and outside electric; the job can be done.
How does Yuras Roofing Company install their valleys?
We use a 'California Cut" style valley. A 20 inch wide galvanized valley roll is installed first, then two courses of shingles are installed over top.
What is the purpose of felt?
Felt is a secondary layer of waterproofing applied before shingles are nailed on. It can also serve as a temporary water proof layer in the case of a sudden rain shower.
What is the difference between 15lb. and 30lb. felt, and which will my roof need?
Most standard pitched roofs only need a 15lb. felt for proper underlayment. 30lb. is used for many specialty applications such as: low pitch roofs, steep roofs (pitches over 7 on twelve), flat areas to be roofed with roll roofing, and new construction.
How long do most jobs take?
Most homes can be completed in one day. Larger jobs may require a day and a half, and we always allow 2 days for steep roof. If your job is not completed in one day, your yard will be cleaned before leaving the job site, (as if we were finished). After finishing the roof the next day, we will re-clean the premises.
What happens if there is a chance of rain?
We do our best to constantly monitor local weather radars and predict the best time to do the roof. Typically, if the rain chance is around 50% we will not do the roof.
Will my roof be stapled or nailed?
All shingles will be nailed. We use four (1 1/4" nails) nails per shingle, installed using a pneumatic gun. Roofs should never be stapled unless over an open soffit area.
Why are there waves in my roof?
The waves in most roofs are caused by thin plywood builders used when building your home. 3/8" plywood was used on many houses instead of 1/2" plywood to save money. Over the years heat and settling of the home makes waves in the plywood appear.
Will I have nails sticking through the plywood in my attic?
Yes, City and county code compliance requires the nails penetrate through the entire plywood surface.
How much more would ridge vent benefit me verses using turbines?
Ridge Vent is a ventilation system available for homeowners. Typically just two pieces of ridge vent can do the job of one turbine. Just 20 pieces of ridge vent does the job of TEN turbines!
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Commonly-Used Roofing Terms
Valley
The area running from the top of a ridge, to the bottom edge of the roof, between two joining roof slopes.
Ridge
The top peak of the roof, where opposing slopes come together at a point.
Gable
A gable is the generally triangular portion of a wall between the edges of a sloping roof.
Hip
A hip roof, or hipped roof, is a type of roof where all sides slope downwards to the walls, usually with a fairly gentle slope. Thus it is a house with no gables or other vertical sides to the roof. A square hip roof is shaped like a pyramid.
Flashing
Is used to terminate a exterior structure or siding to the roof surface. Flashing is typically 26 gauge metal, bent to conform to the roof slope and then turned up on to a chimney, skylight, wall, or dormer.
Pipe Flashing/Collar
PVC plumbing vents are run up through your roof for proper drain flow. Pipe flashing or pipe collars are used to seal these pipes to the roof. Typically pipe flashings are made of a galvanized base, with a rubber sealing collar, or of pliable lead.
Roof Jack
A galvanized stack made to cover dryer ducts and kitchen vent-a-hood stacks, that are run through the roof deck.
Decking
The plywood or hardwood substrate below your shingles. Typically, homes are constructed with 1/2" thick plywood or 7/16" thick OSB.
OSB
Oriented Strand Board, "waffer board" style plywood
Roll Roofing
Comes in 3 foot wide, 33 foot long rolls. Flat, roll style product, topped with roofing granules available in several colors. Used commonly on patios or sun-rooms.
Modified Bitumen
Pronounced "bid-u-man". This roll roofing product is a premium grade, low slope roofing that is topped with colored granules. Can be applied with hot tar or a cold application cement. Designed for flat roofs, patios and garages, modified has elastic capabilities that allow it to stretch rather than crack.
HVAC/Furnace Cap
An exhaust vent runs from your interior air conditioning air handler, up through the roof. A storm collar, base and ring are installed to secure it to the roof and a cap is placed on top of the vent. The caps are susceptible to hail damage and are commonly replaced.
