Since it is officially the rainy season, even in sunny LA, it could be some time before a roofer is available to replace the entire roof (which is now at least 29 years old, and probably needs to be completely replaced). Therefore, I need a patch for the meantime. In 1977, I had fiberglass shingles placed on top of the original wood shingle roof. At that time, I was told that fiberglass should last about 30 years (it has), but asphalt was only good for 20-25. Is that still the case? Are there other materials I should consider for the re-roofing? Presumably the entire roof now has to be removed and replaced? I plan to live in this house for about 40 more years.
2007-01-02 13:43:00 · 4 answers · asked by elizabeth_gewe 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Put the roof vent back in that you removed
2007-01-02 14:42:43 · answer #1 · answered by chris c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Also, there are many qualities of fiberglass reinforced shingles made. Look at the actual shingle from a 30 year, a 40 year, and a 50 year. You will easily see why there is so much price difference.
I went with the 40. The price difference from the 30 was not too much. The price difference to the 50 was huge.
It is a good idea to ask for references. Go out and look at the job. The colors look different on an actual roof. Contact the references, you might be surprised at their opinion. There is often a big difference between what the salesman says and what actually happens.
2007-01-02 14:22:34 · answer #2 · answered by DSM Handyman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There needs to be something under the shingles in an area that size or else they will just cave in under any weight or pressure. When you get the whole roof done be sure they tear off the old shingles. Don't let anybody talk you into shingling over top of the old shingles.....this builds up heat in the shingle and cuts the life of the shingles in half. If you are just looking for a temporary patch for the hole, a piece of aluminum flashing would work, but it would only be temporary.
2007-01-02 13:55:42 · answer #3 · answered by jesuschristjc 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
buy a piece of aluminum sheeting about 15"x15". Lowes, hardware store or heating and air supply house should have it. place it under the shingles above the hole, and over the shingles below the hole. Place roofing cement all around the patch, and don't step on it. Fiberglass is still best.
2007-01-02 14:09:26 · answer #4 · answered by T C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋