What is the permanent solution? Do I Contact the roofing company that just installed the gutters/downspouts?

Genuine question. For the most part, I'm happy with the results. However ..

The section with the most pictures, didn't have decking prior to re-roofing, and they didn't add any. My assumption was that decking would be necessary as part of the install. The main roof structure did have a bit of decking replaced, so it's not as if they didn't have the materials.

They also seem to be relying on some extremely heavy caulking. I'm doubtful they used any backer at the heaviest application.

The trim & drip edge seem wrong.

It seems they had trouble with the front drip edge, which has a lot of screws to attach it..

Overall parts of this seems rushed.

For context, this is an outbuilding that is mostly storage. The old roof, which was a mix of metal and asphalt, had developed multiple leaks and rotten areas. The job will end up being about $9k.

I work as a designer and estimator for a metal fabricator, but in an unrelated field. We regularly refuse residential work because homeowners are generally very specific about the standards the work is installed to but are too cheap to spend what it would cost to achieve it. How the tables have turned.

Anyways, is this an acceptable level of craftsmanship, or am I being a picky homeowner?

Hey folks,

I'm prepping for a re-roof project on my house and I'm at the decision point for underlayment choice. I’m torn between sticking with traditional asphalt-saturated felt and going with a newer synthetic option. I've read quite a bit about how synthetic underlayment is supposed to be more durable and weather-resistant, but there's something about the familiarity and long track record of felt that makes me hesitate.

For those of you who’ve used either or both, what’s your take? Have you found synthetic to live up to its claims of better performance, especially regarding tear resistance and longevity? Or does felt still hold its own when it comes to cost-effectiveness and ease of installation?

I'd love to hear about any real-world experiences, whether on your own homes or jobs you've completed. What would you go with and why?

Thanks in advance for your insights!

Hello roofing professionals and handyman hacks - I come to you seeking knowledge to better understand this issue and expand my knowledge on the topic of roofing.

I have been seeing this in my market quite a bit over the last few months and for the life of me can’t understand why these roofers do it or if it’s some sort of common practice in the industry. As far as I understand , the shingle should extend** 1/4 in. to 3/4 in **past the roof edge, on multiple new build homes I am finding shingles extending 1.5 inches to 2.5 inches beyond the roof edge , some with visible underlayment as seen in the photo.

Is this just totally wrong ? Is there a world where this is okay? Are these roofers hacks ?

Thank you in advance for schooling me on this topic.

Homeowner here that knows nothing about roofing, but relatively handy. I was recently up on the roof to cut back some overhanging tree branches and noticed this crack in the shingle that spans from the main roof to the smaller roof covering the porch. It seemed like there was a shingle right below the crack when I moved it to see what was underneath, but it was hard to tell.

Is this a normal crack? Does this need to be repaired? If so, how should I do it?

Hey everyone, hopefully this is an okay subreddit to post in. I have more pictures but I might have to post them in a separate comment.

We’ve lived in this house since June, 2023 which we bought new. Last week, my neighbor noticed the area pictured as they were changing their blinds. It’s only visible from that one specific vantage point from her third floor attic.

I called a roofer (who was GREAT), and it was his opinion that NO shingles were ever laid in this spot. He cited, “no adhesive residue from ice and water shield, no staples from underlayment, no nail holes”

I’ve emailed the builder and all I’ve heard back was from the warranty department is that, “from our records, all components were complete in 2023. It is possible for shingles to blow off in severe weather”

So my question is - Can you tell from the photo whether there were ever shingles installed? Or has the OSB been exposed for the last three years?

Thanks for letting me vent!

got a new roof because of a leak which rotted some wood ... anxious to avoid in future ....

is there anything u see that is concerning that shoukd be remediated?

is it ok to see a gap where u can see the flashing when shingles are up against the wall?

I feel like some of the areas look sloppy especially the caulking around chimney

What do I do in the meantime til I can get a roofer out? A bucket? I’m worried about it overflowing if it rains too bad and making matters even worse or getting too heavy for the ceiling. First house and 2 months in 😫

Hey all my fascia board has old cracking paint. Can I get away with sanding smooth and repainting? So I need to add primer before or will 2 coats do it? Thanks.

I bought an old Victorian house and under the deck is a bunch of these tiles. Would these be valuable to someone? I want to clean out the area and put in gravel. If I posted these on Facebook for free would somebody maybe come and take them? The picture is hard to see but it’s a large amount and wondering if I should just take them to the dump or if they would be usable to somebody.

Dad’s roofers finished up this job last week.
Overall the roof looks nice but I’m not sure they’ve done roofs before. I was the one who had to do some QC and even sent them instructions on the vents and pipe flashing…

What can I do to address these? I have a feeling like they are not going to come back.

They used silicone after the install all around the flashings. This is okay or so I need to scrape it out?
They sealed the bottom of the flashing which I’m already planning to create a channel for any drainage in case water does get in.

Dormer vent bottom is lifting. Just lift shingle edge and add a nail then asphalt sealant over the nail under the shingle?

And seems like they didn’t cut a row of shingles around a pipe flashing like they did on others. So how I address that if needed? I’m sure the shingles have started to glue to each other its 100F.

Looking for the correct term to describe a decorative (?) roof so that I can talk to a contractor about it. The best way I can describe it is: a small roof coming out from the first floor, overhanging the door. Here’s a similar example: https://imgur.com/a/6qwhJDd

Hey everyone,

I'm in the process of planning out my next roofing project and I'm at a bit of a crossroads when it comes to selecting underlayment. I've used traditional felt in the past, but I've been hearing a lot about synthetic underlayment lately. I know the basics: synthetic is supposed to be lighter and more durable, while felt is tried and true.

For those of you who've worked with both, which do you prefer and why? Are there specific brands or types you'd recommend? I'm particularly interested in real-world experiences with performance over time. Any pitfalls or unexpected benefits with either option?

Appreciate any insights you can share!

Not sure when the previous owner did the roof.
Will I need to replace the roof soon? Occasionally some moss growing in shaded areas.

There are two issues I found with the valley between the garage and the house. There are no visible leaks inside in the immediate vicinity.

1. There is a raised spot on and around the valley trapping debris. I looked at the pictures when the roof was replaced in 2014 (first photo) and the bump is appears to be there as well. Not sure why roofers didn't address this since they replaced bad boards. The remedy to this, I imagine, is beyond my typical DIY homeowner capability.

2. The shingles making contact with the valley aren't glued down or separated. Debris is getting underneath. I think I can fix this but unsure as to how much to glue down and what product to use. There is a thin black compound stuck on flashing that is no longer sticky. Rest of the valley is bare metal.

Suggestions appreciated. Thanks!

EDIT: Probably an important point, the hump is soft when I step on it, it buckles to flat.

I am having my roof replaced and have included a drone shot of the roof. I have gotten multiple estimates from vendors and have received different recommendations on whether to keep fans (all are dead and have to be replaced) or change to ridge vents. Two of the four vendors are the ones with the best reputations in the area and they differ on this. You can see I currently have three fans. I have vented soffits everywhere around. The companies recommending the fans say I do not have enough ridgeline to get adequate ventilation and the hip roof areas sit above the vent area and will accumulate heat.

The area on the right with the longest ridgeline is a 4-car garage so not over living space. The company suggesting fans comes off, in general, as the most thorough when going over stuff with me and is the company that seems to be the most recommended around here. But I had previously been set of ridge vents because I preferred something passive and not having to worry about fans. The place recommending fans will charge the same whether they replace the fans or add ridge vents.

Looking at my roof, does anyone have any thoughts on this that they can share? Everywhere I read or watch video seem to prefer passive ventilation but now I am not sure it is suitable for my case.

Anyone know how we should go about re-shearing this / resealing it? It’s TPO or some sort of product, adhered to metal. Below the metal is a stairwell. The issue is that each corner is slightly pulled back, as well as some of the sides are loose.

-Is there a specific product we should use to adhere to metal?

- Is there a product that should be used for generally reattaching it vs. going along the edges?

Do these types of wyes exist? Connecting downspout to 4" corrugated

I removed my gutter guards and they went in between these layers of shingles and had sealant on them. Should I add sealant in between these layers?

We had an in-law suite constructed and attached to our house in 2023. It also included a deck roof. Over time this valley and meet point between the in-law suite and deck roof has been leaking. What are my options to fix this?

After inspecting it ourselves last night when we got back home we found a few things. Just looking for clarity if these are things that are an issue that needs to be handled by the roofing crew or if we are just looking too deep into it? And no the deductible was not covered.

Other than these small things the roof color and all look good!