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Roofing and Siding since 1985
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Date Posted: Wed, Oct 16 2002, 3:52pm
Author: A Roofer
Subject: Re: Roof falling to pieces-literally
In reply to: Pam 's message, "Roof falling to pieces-literally" on Thu, Oct 10 2002, 4:38pm

"It?s on the south side, mainly ese of the chimney that is in the center of the house."

Here in the northern hemispere of the world the first part of a roof to fail is the southern exposure. There is nothing more damaging then UV rays to a roof.

and of course,

"Or, the attic could probably used a ridge vent-only has the (2) older triangle vents on each end (e & w) and I don?t know what he has for intake (soffit)-add if needed. I?ll look it over better and check out the attic thoroughly for condition/damage."

inadequate ventalation is another common cause for premature failure.

20yr roofs hardly ever last 20yrs. Especially three-tab. It sounds like he bought the cheapest roof out there. Too bad he didn't fork out a few extra hundred back then. I always offer 30yr laminates as my base bid then usually for $400 to $800 more they can upgrade to a 40yr product. He should go through his warranty paper work and get a claim going on this roof. He should be entitled to 30% of the product cost for that material at the time of purchase. Some product reps will even give you the materials for free to redo the failing side. I hope you have your warranty paper work. It amazes me how many roofing companies don't give the manufacturer's warranty paper work with the installation of a roof. Or even a written workmanship warranty as far as that goes. If you didn't get it you are out of luck.

Hope this helps,

Tim Soth / A Roofer

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