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Although shingle roofing is synonymous with residential roofing, many of Madsen Roof Company’s commercial clients select it for their roofing system for its many qualities and benefits.
Ideal for steep slope systems, shingle roofing is a cost effective alternative to metal and tile roofing. The initial installation costs are moderate because shingles are generally easy to size and attach to the roof deck, and serve as a flexible complement to most roofing systems including single-ply and built-up roofing. Over the life of the roofing investment, shingles will stand-up to all weather conditions — requiring minimal maintenance. Depending on the manufacturing grade of the shingles, the average life span can range from 25-40 years. Unfortunately, the cost of removing shingle roofing is relatively hidden — costing as much per square, as the installation.
Shingle roofing is available in a spectrum of materials including wood shingle, slate shingle, asbestos-cement, bitumen-soaked paper covered with aggregate, fiberglass-based asphalt, ceramic, and metal. Fiberglass is the most common shingle roofing because of its fire and weather resistance, weight-to-strength ratio, and affordability. For roofing systems that expect moderate traffic (e.g. HVAC maintenance) or regular hail storms, modified bitumen shingles are generally the ideal selection because of its increased durability and tear resistance.
Depending on the aesthetic needs of the client, shingles can be customized with various pigments and textures, and even strengthened with protective coatings.
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The Coventry Square job was a great
example of the critical need for follow
through and safety precautions when working
with old asbestos roofing.
The old roof
consisted of medium cedar shakes with
a Nicolette friable felt underlayment
containing asbestos. In order to tear
off the old roof, which was beginning
to fail, an asbestos abatement plan had
to accompany the roofing bid.
Madsen Roofing crews then hand loaded
the replacement roofing material up to
each roof. The weight of the new tri-laminate
shingles was approximately 510 pounds
per square. Due to the weight, loading
the roofs was another challenge for the
crews.
It also flagged a concern about keeping
the materials on the roof. Madsen recommended
using six nails in each shingle. They
also recommended the use of Cor-a-vent
on the ridges to enhance the ventilation
and the life of the new roofing system. “Madsen
used the thickest shingle on the market
and coupled with the presidential design,
it makes for a very unique looking roof,” stated
Greg Lyons, Sales Representative for
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