Helpful Resources

How do I know if it is time to replace my roof?

Research indicates that the aging process for a roof begins soon after the shingles are installed and progresses rapidly during the initial curing phase of its life cycle. During this stage, granule loss may occur, small blisters may develop, or the shingles may curl slightly at their edges. You may even notice that this curling is more pronounced during cold weather and the shingles may life flat as temperatures rise. The good news, however, is that after this curing stage the shingles enter a long period of slow aging, which lasts for the major portion of the shingle's natural life.

 
To learn more on the The Life Cycle of Your Roof, click on the brochure link under Helpful Resources.
 Roofing Material Ratings ( Depending upon what region you live in)
* * * = Great! * * = Very Good * = Good No star = Not Recommended
Roofing Material Manufacturer's Warranty Life Expectancy Relative Cost (low=1 high=10) Special Maintenance Requirements Fire Rating Comments
20-year composition 3 Tab shingles * 20 years 15-20 years 1 None Class A - good Economic fiberglass product, but I would recommend the 25+ yr. versions.
25-year composition* * 25 years 20-25 years 2 None Class A - good Upgraded 20-year version, good choice for roofing over existing material.
Architectural grade composition 30-40 Yr.* * * 30-40 years 30-45 years 2-4 None Class A - good The variety of styles and textures makes this product very popular.
Cedar Shake (Medium and Heavy) Generally none 8-25 years 5-6 Repair, clean and treat with wood preservative every 3-5 years None - can be ordered with fire retardant Requires careful selection of materials and workmanship. High maintenance cost.
Treated Cedar Shake (Medium and Heavy)* 30-50 years 30+ 6-7 None None If you must have cedar, this may be the best way to go. Treated with a preservative or a fire retardant.
Standing Seam Metal* * * 20-40 years 20-50 years 5-7 None None - non-combustible Made out of steel and/or aluminum. Factory painted in various colors. Very good for heavy weather locations.
Metal - Exposed fastener* 20 years 20+ years 4 None None - non-combustible Tends to hold debris and deteriorate at fasteners.
Metal "Shake"* "Lifetime" ? 30 years 7 None Class A This is a new product with a limited "track record", installation requires special training
Concrete shakes and Tile* * 50-60 years 50+ years 5-6 None Non-combustible Several styles are available.
Hot tar* Generally none 10-20 years 3 Seal coat every 5 years None Best on low sloped roofs.
Torch down* * 10-12 years 10-20 years 3 Re-coat every 5 years Generally none Best for flat or low sloped roofs.
Natural slate* * * None 50-150 years 10 Leave it alone Non-combustible An excellent roofing product, but not all slate will stand up to wet climate
Fahey Exteriors is highly practiced in the field of shingles. We have succesfully installed at least 1,000 houses including re-sheeting wood,  tear offs, re-roofs,   and other custom roofing products.  We repair all flashing around chimneys, walls, and pipes. We use 30lb felt for our underlayment and aluminum drip edge around the eaves and rakes of the entire roof.  We dispose of your debris and leave your house cleaner than when we arrived. Our crew is clean, has passed a background check, respectful , knowledgeable,  and drug free.  Fahey Exteriors,LLC takes pride in being reliable and achieving 100% customer satisfaction for your project. Times are tough and you should have the best service for such an expensive  investment. Call Fahey Exteriors today if you need quality, reliability, and integrity!  (304)-521-5298
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Why is Attic Ventilation Important?

The constant, year-round movement of air across the attic is a process that can improve home comfort, reduce damage to the roof structure and help keep a roofing warranty valid. Every time stale, overheated air is vented out of the home, and fresh air is pulled in to replace it, you have an "air exchange."

The process of air exchange is more than a breeze moving through the home. It's a process that provides a steady, high volume of air movement. It's a system of components, all sized and positioned to create a balanced flow of intake and exhaust air moving though the attic.

Attic Exhaust Vents
Ridge Vents
ShingleVent II ShingleVent II Class A Multi-Pitch FilterVent VenturiVent Plus FilterVent Specialty Vents Peak Performer Rolled Ridge Vents  

Power Vents
PowerCool Roof-Mount Attic Vent SolarCool Roof-Mounted Attic Vent Solar Powered Gable-Mounted Attic Vent Gable-Mount Attic Vent   		Static Vents
Roof Louvers Wall Louvers Wind Turbines

Attic Intake Vents
Continuous Soffit Vents Undereave Vents Vented Drip Edge The Edge Vent

Foundation Vents
Powered Foundation Vent Automatic Foundation Vent Manual Foundation Vent

Whole-House Fans
Direct Drive Whole-House Fan Belt Drive Whole-House Fan

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Asphalt Roofing Shingles

What are asphalt roofing shingles and what is asphalt’s role in roofing shingles?
Asphalt roofing shingles are the most commonly used covering on residential properties in the market.
 
Asphalt’s primary purpose in roofing shingles is to serve as a waterproofing agent.  Asphalt also holds the granules in place and adds to the overall strength of the roofing shingle.  The best asphalt will stay flexible and will not dry out or become hard or brittle for the expected life of the roofing shingle. 
 
There are three major categories of Asphalt Roofing Shingles available in the market:
 
Strip Asphalt Roofing Shingles
Strip asphalt roofing shingles are single-layered asphalt roofing shingles typically designed to look like slate.  Strip roofing shingles are usually the lightest weight asphalt roofing shingles available in the market.  Built on a tough fiber glass base, each shingle provides resistance to blow-off and tearing.  Strip roofing shingles are used primarily by home builders manufacturing economy priced homes or purchased by homeowners as replacement roofing shingles for homes that already have strip shingles on the roof.  CertainTeed manufactures strip roofing shingles under the product names CT™ 20, XT™ 25, and XT™ 30.

 Dimensional Asphalt Roofing Shingles
Dimensional asphalt roofing shingles are manufactured as multi-layered products and provide a thicker and richer appearance on the roof (a multi-dimensional look).  Dimensional roofing shingles typically are heavier weight than strip roofing shingles and usually have improved warranty protections, which can range from 30-years to Lifetime.  CertainTeed’s Landmark™ Series roofing shingles are a prototypically design for a Dimensional roofing shingle.

Premium Asphalt Roofing Shingles
Premium asphalt roofing shingles are usually described as laminated shingles that have a differentiated appearance or functionality from traditional dimensional asphalt roofing shingles.  These products may have designs that mimic “old-world” roofing shingles, like natural slate or natural shake roofing shingles.  CertainTeed’s Grand Manor™, Presidential Shake™ and Centennial Slate™ shingles are prime examples of premium roofing shingles that provide an enhanced aesthetic appeal.  Premium asphalt roofing shingles might also have important functional improvements such as Impact Resistance or Solar Reflectivity that can possibly extend the life of the roofing system or provide lower energy costs.  Landmark™ Special and Landmark Solaris™ would be primary examples of premium asphalt roofing shingles that provide enhanced functional performance.

For more information, please visit CertainTeed’s roofing products page.