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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.

Let's debunk some of the most common myths about local roofing service options that might be holding you back from making an informed choice.

The very best accolade we can earn as a contractor is the referral of one of our customers. That says more about our level of customer service than anything else. Hiring a contractor in the roofing business is risky business! In fact the department of labor and industry reports that 80% of roofing contractors will go out of business within the first year of opening their doors. Another huge percentage of contractors will go out of business by year 5. With those facts in mind, for a homeowner to trust you enough to refer you their family or friends based on their experience with you is a incredible complement. We just recently had an amazing experience with a family that we earned that level of trust! In fact we installed three full roofing systems for one family! We are grateful to this amazing family for their business and also incredibly grateful for our Bates Roofing family of employees that produce such a great customer experience that our community feels this strongly about sharing our services . Check out the photos and story below from our Facebook page. Bates Roofing writes: Three Roofs, One Family – A Bates Roofing Story! 🏡🔨 We love when great work runs in the family! Recently, we had the honor of re-roofing three homes for the same family—the parents, their daughter, and their son. 🏠 Bonney Lake: ✔ Upgraded with CertainTeed Presidential TL in Charcoal Black—a bold, high-end choice! ✔ CertainTeed Landmark in Moire Black – a classic, durable choice. 🏠 Gig Harbor: ✔ CertainTeed Landmark in Moire Black—timeless, durable, and beautiful. Thank you for trusting Bates Roofing to protect your homes for years to come!

Local roofers, who have extensive experience and knowledge about climate impacts and durability, suggest certain materials over others for gutters.

When considering a new roof for your home, the options can seem endless. Explore several advantages of choosing metal roofing for your property.

Are you deciding what material to use for your new roof? Here's what local roofing contractors recommend when considering asphalt shingles versus metal.

In Western Washington it rains 9 months out of the year. We live in a literal rain forest. The high level of precipitation creates the beautiful, green landscape that is our home. With the rain however we also experience challenges that dryer and warmer climates do not encounter. Waterproofing structures is one of those challenges. When you get as much rain as the Puget Sound you absolutely cannot cut corners with waterproofing applications. The roof of every structure in particular must be installed correctly as its going to be bombarded year round. I met with a roofing installer that moved to California for a new beginning after being in Washington State for a few decades. He went to work for a larger roofing contractor in a dry climate area. After about a year he moved back. In our discussions about the industry he stated the roofing applications and practices he was seeing in California would never stand up to the test our roofs go through in California. Washington roofing contractors are required to install roofs correctly and according to manufacturer recommendations and specifications. Our unique climate often requires us to reroof year round. A huge portion of the roofing takes place from May through October but roofing continues right through the winter here. In other states where they have a "rainy season" they might shut down for a large part of the 3 months they get rain, but here if we shut down due to heavy rain nobody would be in business and homes would be leaking, taking unnecessary damage. Bates Roofing has over 40 years of experience operating under the same original license we opened with. You heard that right OVER 40 years. When it comes to winter reroofs there are not companies in our area with more experience. You can trust us to take the proper precautions to ensure that we replace your roof without allowing damage to your home during the process. Our large and experienced crews typically finish an average size roof in 1-1.5 days so getting your roof torn off, dried in and water tight happens so fast there isn't time damage. We will not put your home at risk. If we see that the weather is not going to be conducive we will not start your job. People over profits! Winter roofing in the Puget Sound can be done safely with Bates Roofing! We are your premier and trusted roofing service provider for over 40 years!

Happy New Year from our team at Bates Roofing! Check out this recent roof replacement in Pierce County, Washington area. We removed the existing roof that was past its useful life. Our crew inspected and replaced any compromised wood decking to ensure the new system had a proper substrate. We installed a new complete roofing system with Landmark in Moire Black an upgraded manufacturer warranty that will protect our customer for 50 years! That includes new underlayment's, sheet metal flashings, pipe boots, starter shingles, ridge cap shingles and field shingles. As a CertainTeed Master Select roofing contractor we are one of very few approved roofers in our region that can offer a 20 year workmanship warranty on our roofing systems. That means if there is an install error on our roofing system CertainTeed is responsible for replacing it 100%. When you select us as your roof replacement provider you are getting the benefit of our 45 years in business and CertainTeed's 300 years as a manufacturer. That's a rare combination of stability. If you are looking to replace your roof this new year don't take a risk with unreliable contractors, call us today!

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