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Another 2025 ReRoof Transformation In Tacoma, WA
Check it out! We do tons of asphalt composition shingles but we also do alot of specialty roofing products. Keep an eye out for some of our metal, DaVinchi Roof Scapes and flat roofing job features coming up! On this particular project we were completing a reroof on a commercial building. You can see from the before photos that the existing wood shake roof was rotten and past it's useful life. With over 40 years in business installing roofs as one of Washington States longest standing roofing contractors, we were the best choice for this business owner. We tore off the existing roof and addrssed all structural issues to ensure the new roof had a solid foundation. Our team of expert roofing technicians installed a brand new cedar shake roofing system according to manufacturer specifications. It looks amazing! Hats off to our fantastic crew. Check out the job photos below!
Discover the long-term benefits of metal roofing, including durability, energy savings, and weather resistance, for homeowners seeking a lasting solution.
We love transforming homes with new roofing systems. Recently we had the opportunity to help give a Puyallup home a facelift with a CertainTeed Presidential TL asphalt roofing shingle. This particular home had an existing wood shake roof on it that was worn and past its useful life. Wood shakes are typically installed on skip sheathing, which consists of boards with spaces in between. You can see that clearly in the pictures below. New roofing systems need a solid roof deck to be installed on in order to meet manufacturer requirements. After tearing off this roof our first order of business was to install a new solid roof deck with 1/2 CDX plywood. Next we apply our synthetic underlayment, ice and water shield, sheet metal flashings, pipe boots vents and shingles. The CertainTeed Presidential TL shingles are the standard for premium designer shingles. They are super heavy weight, thick and are designed to have a authentic wood shake look. This particular homeowner chose charcoal black, which is one of the most popular colors. This roof boasts a 50 year limited lifetime warranty and with our Select Shingle Master warranty certification a 25 year workmanship. If you are interested in transforming your home with a new shingle system from the top roofing contractor in the Puget Sound call us today!
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When it comes to the integrity of a roofing system, there is more to it than meets the eye! Everything in the building and structural world starts with the foundation. When the foundation is set correctly everything else can be constructed properly. If the foundation is off it affects the rest of the project very much like an airplane that starts 1" off course at the beginning of the flight but ends up miles off from its destination. Its no different on an asphalt roofing system. Even though you don't see the roof deck it's a critical component. It's crucial that your roofing contractor carefully inspects your roof deck to look for any potential rot, water damage, mold or brittle areas. Improperly ventilated homes can contain alot of moisture which can create an atmosphere for attic mold, which is extremely hazardous for your health. If the underside of your decking is full of attic mold all or some of the plywood needs to be replaced. Failed shingles, high or low nail placement, broken vents or pipe boots among other issues can cause roof leaks and water intrusion. Consistent water intrusion creates rot. The fasteners for the new shingle system will not hold in soft or rotten plywood. This can create premature failure and shingle blow off in moderate or high winds. Car decking roof decks can also present a problem. While they technically meet manufacturer codes the older wood is often extremely dry and brittle and does not hold fasteners. At Bates Roofing we utilize the best practice approach in every aspect of our business. All plywood is inspected and compromised plywood is removed and replaced to create a smooth solid substrate. A smooth substrate is also important as large variations in the plywood placement will telegraph through the asphalt shingles over time and give a new roof an ugly appearance. We are a safe choice for your roof replacement because we don't cut corners! We meet the highest level of Washington State codes, NRCA requirements and manufacturer expectations for upgraded system warranties. Below are some "found in the field" examples of replacing bad plywood during a reroof job. Thank you for choosing Bates Roofing as your local roofing contractor.
