Installing A New Shingle Roof Without Removing The Old Shingles

When it comes time to replace your home’s asphalt shingle roof, there are a couple of different options available to homeowners. The first, and most common, is a tear-off. This involves removing your home’s old shingle roof and installing a new layer of shingles in its place. However, there is another option for homeowners in need of a roof replacement, and that involves installing a new layer of shingles over the existing shingle roof. If you’re interested in learning more about how you can identify whether your roof should be torn off or if you can install a new roof over the existing one, take a look at our blog for more information!

When To Tear Off Your Existing Roof

First, let’s examine the signs that your roof should be torn off and replaced:

The first sign is that your roof already has two layers of shingles installed. If you already have two layers installed, you will not be able to install a third without removing one.

Another sign that you need to tear off your shingles is if the current shingles are in bad shape. If your shingles are curling, buckling, or otherwise in bad shape, you will need to remove the old shingles rather than installing a new layer over them. Furthermore, if your roof deck feels like it has moisture damage, or if your roof has been leaking, you will need to remove your existing shingles in order to properly repair your home’s roof deck before installing a new layer of shingles on your roof.

Finally, you may not want to install an additional layer of shingles because they can be heavy. You will need to have a professional assess the integrity of your home’s frame in order to determine whether your roof can handle the weight of an additional layer of shingles.

When To Install An Additional Layer Of Shingles

On the other hand, there are plenty of scenarios where it makes sense to install an additional layer of shingles over your existing roof, rather than tearing them off. Let’s explore a few of those scenarios here:

One reason you may consider installing an additional layer of shingles on your home is because it is less expensive than tearing off your shingles. Rather than having to pay to remove and dispose of your old shingles, you can simply install your new shingles over it with no need to pay for disposal fees. It is also faster to install a layer of shingles over your roof than it is to remove your old shingles, making the roofing process easier!

Furthermore, an additional layer of shingles looks just as good as a tear-off, as you won’t be able to tell there is an additional layer of shingles underneath your existing roof!

Finally, if your roof is able to withstand the weight, there are benefits to gain from installing an additional layer of shingles over your existing roof. Another layer of shingles can provide your home with additional protection against the elements. If there is a particularly bad storm and you begin to lose shingles due to high winds, having an additional layer of shingles will help keep your home protected from the elements!

Contact Us Today

If you’re interested in replacing your home’s roof, our team at Burke Roofs is ready to assist! We can be reached over the phone at (781) 246-5622 or by filling out our team’s online contact form! We look forward to hearing from you and assisting with your roof replacement needs!