I'm getting proposals to re-do my roof and had some questions:
1. Most are putting 15lb felt except for one that will add 30lb if I go architectural and one will add fiberglass if I go arch. Should I request 30 or fiberglass if I go 3 tab, or is 15 sufficient? Decking is original 1x6.
2. All recommended adding ridge vent, but all but one noticed/checked to see that I don't have soffit vents. I do have windows in the gables on the sides across form each other. (Not sure if photo attached?) Not sure which way to go with this; I seem to remember reading no ridge if you have gable vents? Or am I wrong on that? And would I then also add vents? No soffits, 4" T&G and exposed rafter tails.
3. All but one were around $900~ to step up to arch shingles (certainteed and atlas) but the GAF were around $3000 difference. The GAF guy is smaller, are the others getting a better price because of volume, or are GAF that much better? Or?
Was something else, but I can't think what it was right now??
Separate question, I need to replace some of the T&G on the perimeter that has rotted. What is the best way to fasten those to the rafter tails? Had an older guy tell me screws? I have access to a 15ga finish nailer and a framing gun.
thanks.
1. Most are putting 15lb felt except for one that will add 30lb if I go architectural and one will add fiberglass if I go arch. Should I request 30 or fiberglass if I go 3 tab, or is 15 sufficient? Decking is original 1x6.
2. All recommended adding ridge vent, but all but one noticed/checked to see that I don't have soffit vents. I do have windows in the gables on the sides across form each other. (Not sure if photo attached?) Not sure which way to go with this; I seem to remember reading no ridge if you have gable vents? Or am I wrong on that? And would I then also add vents? No soffits, 4" T&G and exposed rafter tails.
3. All but one were around $900~ to step up to arch shingles (certainteed and atlas) but the GAF were around $3000 difference. The GAF guy is smaller, are the others getting a better price because of volume, or are GAF that much better? Or?
Was something else, but I can't think what it was right now??
Separate question, I need to replace some of the T&G on the perimeter that has rotted. What is the best way to fasten those to the rafter tails? Had an older guy tell me screws? I have access to a 15ga finish nailer and a framing gun.
thanks.
Attachments
-
181.5 KB Views: 352