Protecting your home and family from the ravages of winter and the heat and humidity of summer, your roof is a critical component of your home’s building envelope. This marvel of engineering is the result of centuries of innovation and study to produce a roofing system that shelters, endures and appeals. More than a conglomeration of mere tiles or shingles, today’s roof requires a solid structure and intricate layers of materials expertly laid by an experienced Charleston roofing professional.
Modern technologically advanced integrated roofing systems blend together a complicated network of substrates, sealant, flashing, edges and other roofing materials to craft a roof that is weathertight and durable. Take a few minutes to discover the anatomy of your roof so that you can understand how to maintain it, keep it secure and appreciate its function.
A solid roofing system begins with your home’s framework of secured trusses that span the top of your home. Sheets of plywood are attached to the trusses to create a firm, unyielding foundation, or roof deck, for the rest of the roof’s layers. Since high winds are a concern in our area, your roofer will probably add construction adhesive to the seam between the trusses and the roof deck to provide additional protection and security.
A self-adhesive waterproof layer is attached to the roof deck to prevent the plywood from coming into contact with water and potentially warping, rotting or leaking.