Tacoma Family Receives New Premier Roofing System

October 14, 2024

Bates Roofing Transforms Tacoma Home With New CertainTeed Landmark Roofing System

We love what we get to do everyday! Some people might see construction as a black and white process but we at Bates Roofing view it differently. A home is the most important part of a families safety and environment. People plan and save for years on end to buy their first home or their dream home. Having the opportunity to be chosen as a professional that provides a key protective service on their home is something we don't take for granted. For 40 years we have been providing white glove treatment to those in the Puget Sound that need help with their roofs.


The particular job we are featuring is a great Tacoma reroof project. This home has a 4300 square foot roof, that's almost double the size of the average roof! The roof on this particular roof was 17 years old and was reaching the end of it's useful life. There were areas of the roof that were leaking and causing interior damage to the home.


Our team tore-off the existing roofing system and replaced 6 sheets of rotted decking to ensure a solid and dry substrate. We installed new synthetic underlayment, sheet metal flashings, vents, starter shingles, field shingles and ridge cap.


As a CertainTeed Select Shingle Master we protect our customers with the coveted 5 star warranty system. Less than 2% of contractors across the country qualify for the certification required to offer this to homeowners! This allows us to extend the non-prorated portion of the warranty to 25 years on workmanship and 50 years on material. When you choose Bates Roofing you are getting a 25 year workmanship warranty from Saint-Gobain, a 300 year old company as well as the assurance that a roofing company that has been around for four decades is standing behind the work we perform on your home.


In order to provide a 5-star warranty we are required to use only CertainTeed products on your roof. By utilizing their full roofing system including starter shingles, underlayment, ice and water, venting, field shingles and ridge cap we ensure your roofing system aligns with manufacturer and local code expectations.


This Tacoma residence was replaced with the CertainTeed Landmark roofing shingle in the color Moire Black. This shingle perfectly accented their home and created greater curb appeal. Most importantly it will protect this families most valuable asset for much longer than the previous roofing system.


Check out the progress and finished product below! If you know someone in need of an honest, teste and reliable roofing company have them reach out to us today! We are ready to put our 40 years of experience and reputation to good work on your roof!

Tacoma Family Receives New Premier Roofing System
By 7003946242 May 30, 2025
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.
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By 7003946242 March 28, 2025
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!
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