Video: Taking a Systematic Approach to Roofing

OAKLAND — Host, Sarah Rutan: If you’re planning on remodeling your roof, you’ll want to consider taking a systematic approach. Today, we’re in Oakland with Diamond Certified Expert Contributor Michael Wakerling of General Roofing Company to learn more.

Diamond Certified Expert Contributor, Michael Wakerling: If you’re thinking of having a new roof installed, we recommend installing a systematic roof system. A systematic roof system consists of components that the manufacturer has put together that will increase the longevity and life of your roof.

This will include using a new sheathing, if needed; we prefer plywood, it holds the nails a little better, an upgraded felt underlayment, and ventilation on your roof, whether it be ridge vent, attic vent, and soffit venting. This will keep the attic cool and keep the shingles from prematurely aging.

A systematic roof system, if you install one, you can get the manufacturer’s warranties that will increase the warranty parts to anywhere from 15 to 30 years to lifetime with a 25-year workmanship warranty. This is available through the manufacturer itself if you use the components they require for that roof system.

Host, Sarah Rutan: To learn more from local, top-rated companies, visit our Diamond Certified Expert Reports at experts.diamondcertified.org.