This Westport home got a complete roof replacement from the deck up. We stripped the old roof, covered the deck in Owens Corning ProArmor synthetic underlayment, and installed new Owens Corning architectural shingles with a continuous ridge vent to keep the attic breathing. Here is a look at the job and what went into it.
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What We Did
- ✓Full tear-off. The old shingles came off down to the roof deck, so the new roof goes onto a clean, solid surface instead of being layered over problems.
- ✓Synthetic underlayment. Owens Corning ProArmor went down across the entire deck. It is lighter and far more tear-resistant than old felt paper, and it acts as a second line of defense if water ever gets past the shingles.
- ✓Architectural shingles. Owens Corning dimensional shingles are thicker and heavier than basic 3-tab, hold up better in high wind, and give the roof that layered, textured look.
- ✓Ridge vent and ridge cap. A continuous ridge vent runs along the peaks so hot, moist air can escape the attic, then it is finished with matching ridge cap shingles.
- ✓Chimney detailing. The shingles were worked in tight around the brick chimney, which is one of the most common leak points on any roof.
- ✓Cleanup. Before leaving, the crew blew down the roof and cleared the debris so the property was left the way we found it.
Built for Westport Weather
Westport homes deal with a lot: wind coming off the water, salt air, nor'easters, and freeze-thaw cycles all winter long. A roof here has to do more than look good. Proper attic ventilation keeps heat and moisture from building up, which helps prevent the warm-attic conditions that lead to ice dams. Synthetic underlayment gives the deck extra protection when wind-driven rain tries to work its way under the shingles.
Architectural shingles also matter on the coast. Their heavier, multi-layer build stands up to wind better than 3-tab. If you are weighing the two, our breakdown of architectural vs. 3-tab shingles covers the differences.
Why We Install Owens Corning
Using a complete Owens Corning system, shingles, underlayment, and ridge cap together, means the components are designed to work as one roof instead of a mix of parts from different brands. That matters when it comes to performance and warranty coverage. Read more about what being an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor means for your roof warranty.
Need a New Roof in Westport?
Faria & Son Roofing works throughout Westport and the surrounding South Coast towns. Whether your roof is near the end of its life or you are dealing with leaks after a storm, we will come out, take a look, and give you a straight answer and a free estimate. Learn more about our roofing services in Westport, MA, or see more of our work in the project gallery.