Roof Layers Explained: The 5 Parts of a Roof System
A roof is five parts working together: deck, underlayment, flashing, ventilation and shingles. What each one does, where leaks start, and what to ask for.
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A roof is five parts working together: deck, underlayment, flashing, ventilation and shingles. What each one does, where leaks start, and what to ask for.
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