Asset Roofing & Chimney replaces steep-slope roofs with architectural asphalt shingles and replaces flat roofs on porches, additions and downtown commercial buildings with membrane systems. On a home that still has slate, we assess its condition and discuss whether to keep and repair it or convert to shingle. Each replacement includes full tear-off, deck repair, ice-and-water protection, synthetic underlayment, new flashing and a ventilation plan.
When replacement is the right call in Somerville
Replacement makes sense when shingles are brittle or shedding granules across the roof, when leaks appear in several unrelated places, when there is more than one layer, or when ice dam or gutter damage has reached the decking. On a two-family conversion, a replacement is also the time to properly flash the added vents and penetrations that accumulated over the years.
We inspect the attic first and set expectations about decking repair. If your home is in an older part of the borough, confirm with the municipality whether any review applies to visible exterior changes. The work on a large Victorian takes several days; a commercial flat roof depends on size and the amount of wet insulation to remove. We clean up each day and protect plantings and neighboring property.
