- Valley – Area where two adjoining sloped roof planes intersect on a roof creating a “V” shaped depression.
- Ridge – Highest point on a roof, represented by a horizontal line where two roof areas intersect, running the length of the area.
- Gable – Traditional roof style; two peaked roof planes meeting at a ridge line of equal size.
- Rake Edge – The exposed outer portion of a gable roof that extends from the eave to the ridge.
- Soil Stack – Also know as a vent pipes, are pipes that extend from the waste pipes to the outside of the house, often going through the roof.
- Hip – Is a type of roof where all sides slope downwards to the walls, usually with a fairly gentle slope.
- Underlayment – Also know as “felt paper” is a water-resistant or waterproof barrier material that is installed directly onto your roof deck.
- Deck – Is the layer of the roof that is used as the base for nailing roof coverings. Also know as sheathing. Usually plywood, wood boards, or planks.
- Ridge Vent – A type of vent installed at the peak of a sloped roof which allows warm, humid air to escape the attic.
- Eave – The edges of the roof which overhang the face of a wall and, normally, project beyond the side of a building.
- Starter Shingles – Are the initial shingle products installed on the roof, just before the first course of the finish shingles.
- Waterproofing Underlayment – Asphalt based rolled materials designed to be installed a minimum of 36″ up from the gutter, in the valleys, and around all roof penetrations.
- Drip Edge – A metal flashing that is installed at the edges of the roof to help control the flow of water away from the fascia and to protect the underlying roofing components.
- Flashing – Materials used to waterproof a roof around any penetrations such as vents, chimneys, and skylights.
XT 25yr 3-tab:195 lbs./sq – 25yr limited transferable warranty against manufacturing defects – 10 year StreakFighter algae-resistance warranty – 5yr SureStart protection – 5yr 60 mph wind-resistance warranty
Landmark Lifetime: – 235 lbs./sq – Lifetime limited transferable warranty against manufacturing defects – 10 year StreakFighter algae-resistance warranty – 10yr SureStart protection – 15yr 130 mph wind-resistance warranty
Landmark Lifetime PRO: – 250 lbs./sq – Lifetime limited transferable warranty against manufacturing defects – 15yr StreakFighter algae-resistance warranty – 10yr SureStart protection – 15yr 130 mph wind-resistance warranty – All colors are Max Definition
CertainTeed’s standard “SureStart protection” provides full replacement coverage within years 1-10 in the event of a manufacturing defect. CertainTeed will pay to tear off the old roof, dispose of the materials, replace with new shingles, and metal flashings, and pay for the labor to install them. This is referred to as the “non-prorated” period/coverage. Once the SureStart period ends, you are covered for shingles only and at a reduced rate as the roof ages.
CertainTeed’s SureStart PLUS (4 Star Warranty) takes the traditional SureStart protection and extends coverage for up to 50 years. That means in the event of a manufacturing defect, you are fully covered for materials, labor, tear-off & disposal.
Please keep in mind: The manufactures warranties can be misleading. A “lifetime, limited warranty” means coverage for manufacturing defects ONLY as long as you, as an individual homeowner, own your home – NOT for the life of the home. This also does not mean the shingles will last a lifetime. The shingles’ life span can be diminished due to the impact and severity of weather conditions, freeze/thaw cycles, UV rays, etc. This is considered normal wear and tear and is not covered by any warranty. The normal life expectancy of any asphalt shingle roof is around 25 years.
The most popular time of year for roof replacement is spring & late fall, but wintertime works as well. At DWM, we work year round. In the winter we must pick and choose the best days to install your roof. Typically speaking if the temperature is below freezing, we do not work. However, we usually have plenty of nice days that are above 40 degrees and are perfectly acceptable for installing shingles.
Yes & No: We have our own in house roofing crews, but we do use a sub-contractor for gutter replacements.
Full roof replacements come with a 10 year labor warranty from DWM. They also come with a Manufactures warranty from the shingle manufacturer.
Most of the time no, But if you have an attic fan or skylights etc., we may need you to be home so we can lay down drop cloths or wire the attic fan.
No. We use our own dump trailers and trucks. They are safer on your driveway.
Most jobs take 1 day to complete, however larger homes may take 1-2 days.
The day of the estimate we will leave a sample board with you. We will also leave you a referral sheet with addresses, shingle styles and colors of roofs we have done. You can use this to drive around and see them in person in large.
If they are working correctly, it is just a personal preference. Some people like the functionality and clean look of new gutters with the new roof. But we do change plenty of roofs without replacing the gutters.
We highly recommend replacing the skylights when replacing the roof. The skylights and shingles around them tie in together. So, when they do leak, the roof must be torn apart again to replace the skylight. We do not warranty existing skylights.
Yes & No. We are happy to share all information and answer any questions from the insurance company. However, we do not adjust our prices to match theirs, and you are responsible for paying your invoice.
The cost of a new roof system depends upon the size of the project, the materials involved, the architectural style of your house, market costs, and the roofing contractor you hire. Typical costs for a new roof system are, on average, about $10,000 to $12,000 to install a new roof. This is just an average; we do plenty of roofs that cost well under $10,000.
Every situation is different. The average age of the roofs we replace is 17-20 years old.
No – We install the flashing around the chimney, but we do not service or rebuild chimneys.
Most of the time no. But feel free to ask.
Only if DWM Roofing replaced the roo.
Yes, for a $285 fee.
A leaking roof is a bad thing. However, it does not necessarily warrant a complete roof replacement. Talking to a professional is the best way to know whether only minor repair OR a full roof replacement is necessary.
No. We will send you an invoice via email and mail and you have 30 days to pay.
$225 for repairs
Don’t wait until small problems become big expenses.
Call DWM Roofing 410-795-7600 or contact us by email to schedule your free roof replacement estimate with Maryland’s trusted roofing professionals.
