Earl W. Johnston Roofing, LLC is proud to be one of the most trusted roofing companies in the area. We are known for the dependable roofing services that we deliver to both commercial and residential customers. Decades of experience have taught us that a roof is only as good as the materials used to build it. That’s why we handpick only the best materials to use for our installations – because we want your roof to last.
Most people think of the topmost layer of roofing material when they think of a roof. However, a roof is more than just the shingles, tile or metal you see from the ground. Underneath this covering is something that’s equally important to keep your home safe and dry: the underlayment. Roofing underlayment covers the plywood roof deck and provides a second crucial barrier of protection if water gets underneath the shingles. Without underlayment, any time there was the slightest damage to the roofing material, water could seep into the roof structure and cause leaks, rot, and mold. Roof underlayment also protects the wood from Florida’s hot sun.
There are a few different types of material used for roofing underlayment.Earl W. Johnston Roofing, LLC proudly utilizes Tag & Stick, a two-ply secondary water barrier underlayment system.
Tag & Stick water barrier underlayment utilizes mechanical attachment plus self-adhesive technology to provide better protection against water while resisting high winds. Tag & Stick can be used under any steep-slope roofing product, including shingles, metal, and tile, and offers the following advantages:
If you’d like information about the materials and roof installation techniques used by Earl W. Johnston Roofing, LLC, give us a call today at (954) 989-7794 or fill out a Contact Us form. We would be happy to answer your questions and provide a free roofing estimate.