A Systematic Approach to Roofing

SAN JOSE — When it comes to choosing materials for a new roof, there are a couple of ways to go about it. Many homeowners opt to trust the expertise of their roofing contractors and let them use the materials they would normally use. However, a much better option is to ask your contractor to install a complete roofing system.

The problem with leaving the choice of materials up to a contractor is that some roofers will install the cheapest ones they can find. When materials are chosen based on price alone, the quality between components like shingles, underlayment, and ventilation can vary significantly and potentially jeopardize the integrity of your roof. In contrast, when you have a complete roofing system installed, materials are chosen by manufacturer rather than price. Whether you go with Owens Corning or CertainTeed, you’ll get shingles, underlayment, ventilation and all other materials from that manufacturer, which will ensure that all the components used to build your roof are of equal caliber.

This systematic approach also provides assurance that the manufacturer you choose will back up your entire roof, not just certain components. In addition, when installing a complete system, most qualified contractors offer extended warranties on their workmanship.