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<span style="font-size: 170%; font-weight: bold;">Welcome to Roofers Wiki</span><br/>
<span style="font-size: 110%;">A free encyclopedia about roofing, roofing materials, and the companies that serve the industry.</span>
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== Start here ==
* [[Roofing]] — an overview of roofs and how they are built
* [[Roof Types]] — the common shapes and forms of roofs
* [[Roofing Materials]] — the products used to cover a roof
* [[Roofing Contractors]] — the professionals who install and repair roofs

== Roofing topics ==
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'''Materials'''
* [[Asphalt Shingles]]
* [[Metal Roofing]]
* [[Roofing Materials]]
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'''Services'''
* [[Roof Repair]]
* [[Roof Replacement]]
* [[Roof Inspection]]
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'''Components'''
* [[Gutter Systems]]
* [[Roof Ventilation]]
* [[Flat Roofs]]
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== Prominent roofing companies ==
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'''Manufacturers'''
* [[Owens Corning]]
* [[GAF]]
* [[CertainTeed]]
* [[TAMKO Building Products]]
* [[Atlas Roofing Corporation]]
* [[IKO Industries]]
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'''Distributors'''
* [[ABC Supply]]
* [[Beacon Roofing Supply]]
* [[SRS Distribution]]
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'''Contractors'''
* [[Tecta America]]
* [[CentiMark Corporation]]
* [[Flynn Group of Companies]]
* [[Baker Roofing Company]]
* [[Nations Roof]]
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== Browse all articles ==
* [[Roofing]] · [[Roof Types]] · [[Roofing Materials]] · [[Asphalt Shingles]] · [[Metal Roofing]] · [[Flat Roofs]]
* [[Roof Repair]] · [[Roof Replacement]] · [[Roof Inspection]] · [[Gutter Systems]] · [[Roof Ventilation]] · [[Roofing Contractors]]
* [[Owens Corning]] · [[GAF]] · [[CertainTeed]] · [[TAMKO Building Products]] · [[Atlas Roofing Corporation]] · [[IKO Industries]]
* [[ABC Supply]] · [[Beacon Roofing Supply]] · [[SRS Distribution]] · [[Tecta America]] · [[CentiMark Corporation]] · [[Flynn Group of Companies]] · [[Baker Roofing Company]] · [[Nations Roof]]

Nations Roof

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'''Nations Roof''' is a prominent contractor in the roofing industry. Nations Roof is a national commercial roofing contractor providing roof installation, repair, and maintenance services, with its headquarters in Mobile, Alabama.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 851 East I-65 Service Road South, Suite 300, Mobile, Alabama 36606
* '''Phone:''' +1 (866) 336-7793
* '''Category:''' Contractor

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Baker Roofing Company

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'''Baker Roofing Company''' is a prominent contractor in the roofing industry. Baker Roofing Company is a commercial roofing contractor founded in 1915, serving the southeastern United States. Its corporate headquarters is in Apex, North Carolina.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 1051 Schieffelin Road, Apex, North Carolina 27502
* '''Phone:''' +1 (919) 926-7712
* '''Category:''' Contractor

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Flynn Group of Companies

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'''Flynn Group of Companies''' is a prominent contractor in the roofing industry. The Flynn Group of Companies is a North American commercial roofing, cladding, and glazing contractor headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 6435 Northwest Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4V 1K2, Canada
* '''Phone:''' +1 (905) 671-3971
* '''Category:''' Contractor

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CentiMark Corporation

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'''CentiMark Corporation''' is a prominent contractor in the roofing industry. CentiMark Corporation is a commercial and industrial roofing contractor based in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, offering roofing and flooring services across North America.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 12 Grandview Circle, Canonsburg, Pennsylvania 15317
* '''Phone:''' +1 (724) 514-8700
* '''Category:''' Contractor

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Tecta America

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'''Tecta America''' is a prominent contractor in the roofing industry. Tecta America is one of the largest commercial [[Roofing Contractors|roofing contractors]] in the United States, with more than 100 locations providing installation, service, and maintenance.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 9450 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 700, Rosemont, Illinois 60018
* '''Phone:''' +1 (847) 581-3888
* '''Category:''' Contractor

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SRS Distribution

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'''SRS Distribution''' is a prominent distributor in the roofing industry. SRS Distribution is a major distributor of roofing materials and building supplies serving contractors across the United States. It is headquartered in McKinney, Texas.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 7440 State Highway 121, McKinney, Texas 75070
* '''Phone:''' +1 (214) 491-4149
* '''Category:''' Distributor

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Beacon Roofing Supply

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'''Beacon Roofing Supply''' is a prominent distributor in the roofing industry. Beacon Roofing Supply (now Beacon Building Products) is a large distributor of residential and commercial roofing materials and complementary building products, based in Herndon, Virginia.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 505 Huntmar Park Drive, Herndon, Virginia 20170
* '''Phone:''' +1 (571) 323-3939
* '''Category:''' Distributor

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ABC Supply

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'''ABC Supply''' is a prominent distributor in the roofing industry. ABC Supply is one of the largest wholesale distributors of roofing and building materials in North America. It is headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 1 ABC Parkway, Beloit, Wisconsin 53511
* '''Phone:''' +1 (608) 362-7777
* '''Category:''' Distributor

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IKO Industries

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'''IKO Industries''' is a prominent manufacturer in the roofing industry. IKO Industries is a global manufacturer of residential and commercial roofing products, including [[Asphalt Shingles|asphalt shingles]] and insulation. Its North American operations are based in Brampton, Ontario.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 71 Orenda Road, Brampton, Ontario L6W 1V8, Canada
* '''Phone:''' +1 (905) 457-2880
* '''Category:''' Manufacturer

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Atlas Roofing Corporation

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'''Atlas Roofing Corporation''' is a prominent manufacturer in the roofing industry. Atlas Roofing Corporation is a manufacturer of residential and commercial roofing products, including [[Asphalt Shingles|asphalt shingles]], insulation, and underlayments, with headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 2000 RiverEdge Parkway, Suite 800, Atlanta, Georgia 30328
* '''Phone:''' +1 (800) 388-6134
* '''Category:''' Manufacturer

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TAMKO Building Products

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'''TAMKO Building Products''' is a prominent manufacturer in the roofing industry. TAMKO Building Products is a family-owned manufacturer of residential and commercial roofing, based in Joplin, Missouri. It produces [[Asphalt Shingles|asphalt shingles]], decking, and waterproofing products.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 220 West 4th Street, Joplin, Missouri 64801
* '''Phone:''' +1 (417) 624-6644
* '''Category:''' Manufacturer

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CertainTeed

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'''CertainTeed''' is a prominent manufacturer in the roofing industry. CertainTeed, a Saint-Gobain company, manufactures building products including [[Asphalt Shingles|asphalt shingles]], siding, insulation, and [[Roofing Materials|roofing materials]]. Its North American headquarters is in Malvern, Pennsylvania.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 20 Moores Road, Malvern, Pennsylvania 19355
* '''Phone:''' +1 (610) 893-6000
* '''Category:''' Manufacturer

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GAF

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'''GAF''' is a prominent manufacturer in the roofing industry. GAF is North America's largest roofing manufacturer. A subsidiary of Standard Industries, it produces residential and commercial [[Roofing Materials|roofing products]] and is based in Parsippany, New Jersey.

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' 1 Campus Drive, Parsippany, New Jersey 07054
* '''Phone:''' +1 (973) 628-3000
* '''Category:''' Manufacturer

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Owens Corning

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'''Owens Corning''' is a prominent manufacturer in the roofing industry. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is a major building materials company best known for fiberglass insulation and [[Asphalt Shingles|asphalt roofing shingles]].

== Company information ==
* '''Headquarters:''' One Owens Corning Parkway, Toledo, Ohio 43659
* '''Phone:''' +1 (419) 248-8000
* '''Category:''' Manufacturer

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Roof Ventilation

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'''Roof ventilation''' is the movement of air through the attic or roof cavity. Balanced intake and exhaust ventilation help control heat and moisture, which protects the roof and improves energy efficiency.

== Why it matters ==
* Reduces heat buildup in summer, lowering cooling costs
* Prevents moisture accumulation that can lead to mold, rot, and damaged insulation
* Reduces the risk of ice dams in cold climates

== Common types ==
* '''Ridge vents''' — continuous exhaust vents along the roof peak
* '''Soffit vents''' — intake vents under the eaves
* '''Gable vents''' — vents in the gable end walls
* '''Powered and turbine vents''' — mechanical or wind-driven exhaust

== Balance ==
Effective ventilation generally requires roughly equal amounts of intake (soffit) and exhaust (ridge or gable) airflow.

== See also ==
* [[Roofing]]
* [[Roof Inspection]]
* [[Gutter Systems]]

Roof Inspection

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A '''roof inspection''' is a systematic assessment of a roof's condition. Inspections help identify problems early and are commonly performed during real estate transactions and as part of routine maintenance.

== What inspectors check ==
* The condition of [[Asphalt Shingles|shingles]] or other covering materials
* Flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights
* [[Gutter Systems|Gutters]] and drainage
* Signs of leaks, ponding water, or interior water stains
* [[Roof Ventilation|Ventilation]] and insulation

== When to inspect ==
* Before buying or selling a building
* After severe weather such as hail or high wind
* As part of an annual or seasonal maintenance plan
* When a roof is approaching the end of its expected life

== See also ==
* [[Roof Repair]]
* [[Roof Replacement]]
* [[Roofing Contractors]]

Gutter Systems

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A '''gutter system''' collects rainwater running off a roof and channels it away from the building through downspouts. Properly functioning gutters protect the foundation, siding, and landscaping from water damage.

== Components ==
* '''Gutters''' — horizontal troughs along the roof edge
* '''Downspouts''' — vertical pipes that carry water to the ground
* '''Elbows and extensions''' — fittings that direct water away from the foundation
* '''Gutter guards''' — covers that reduce debris buildup

== Types and materials ==
* '''K-style''' — a flat-back profile resembling crown molding
* '''Half-round''' — a rounded, open profile
* Common materials include aluminum, galvanized steel, copper, and vinyl

== Maintenance ==
Gutters should be cleaned periodically to prevent clogs, which can lead to overflow, ice dams in cold climates, and water damage.

== See also ==
* [[Roofing]]
* [[Roof Repair]]
* [[Roof Inspection]]

Roofing Contractors

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A '''roofing contractor''' is a professional who installs, repairs, and maintains roofs. Roofing contractors may work on residential buildings, commercial structures, or both.

== What they do ==
* New roof installation and [[Roof Replacement|replacement]]
* [[Roof Repair|Repairs]] and leak remediation
* [[Roof Inspection|Inspections]] and maintenance
* Installation of [[Gutter Systems|gutters]], flashing, and [[Roof Ventilation|ventilation]]

== Choosing a contractor ==
Homeowners and building owners often look for contractors who are licensed, insured, and experienced with the specific [[Roofing Materials|roofing material]] in question. Many manufacturers offer certification programs for contractors who install their products.

== Prominent roofing companies ==
Large national and regional companies include [[Tecta America]], [[CentiMark Corporation|CentiMark]], [[Flynn Group of Companies|Flynn Group]], [[Baker Roofing Company|Baker Roofing]], and [[Nations Roof]].

== See also ==
* [[Roofing]]
* [[Roof Replacement]]
* [[Roof Repair]]

Roof Replacement

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'''Roof replacement''' is the removal of an existing roof covering and installation of a new one. It is typically needed when a roof has reached the end of its useful life or sustained extensive damage.

== Methods ==
* '''Tear-off''' — the old covering is fully removed down to the deck before new materials are installed
* '''Overlay (reroof)''' — a new layer is installed over the existing covering; local codes may limit the number of layers

== Cost factors ==
The cost of a roof replacement depends on the size and slope of the roof, the chosen [[Roofing Materials|material]], tear-off requirements, access, and the local market.

== Signs a roof may need replacement ==
* Widespread curling, cracking, or missing [[Asphalt Shingles|shingles]]
* Granule loss and visible bare spots
* Recurring leaks despite repairs
* A roof that is 20–30 years old, depending on the material

== See also ==
* [[Roof Repair]]
* [[Roofing Materials]]
* [[Roof Inspection]]

Roof Repair

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'''Roof repair''' is the process of fixing localized damage to a roof, such as leaks, missing or damaged [[Asphalt Shingles|shingles]], cracked flashing, or punctured membranes.

== Common repairs ==
* Replacing missing, cracked, or curled shingles
* Sealing leaks around vents, chimneys, and skylights
* Repairing or replacing flashing
* Patching punctures in [[Flat Roofs|flat roof]] membranes
* Cleaning and resealing [[Gutter Systems|gutters]] and downspouts

== Repair vs. replacement ==
Small, isolated problems are usually good candidates for repair. When damage is widespread, the roof is near the end of its life, or there are recurring leaks, a [[Roof Replacement|full replacement]] is often more cost-effective.

== See also ==
* [[Roof Inspection]]
* [[Roof Replacement]]
* [[Roofing Contractors]]

Flat Roofs

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'''Flat roofs''' are roofs with little or no slope. They are common on commercial and industrial buildings and, in some regions, on residential architecture. Though called "flat," they have a slight slope to direct water toward drains.

== Membrane systems ==
Because flat roofs do not shed water as quickly as pitched roofs, they rely on continuous waterproof membranes:
* '''EPDM''' — a synthetic rubber membrane
* '''TPO''' — a heat-weldable thermoplastic membrane, often white for reflectivity
* '''PVC''' — a durable thermoplastic membrane
* '''Modified bitumen''' — asphalt-based rolled roofing
* '''Built-up roofing (BUR)''' — alternating layers of bitumen and reinforcing fabric

== Considerations ==
Flat roofs need reliable drainage, regular [[Roof Inspection|inspection]], and careful flashing around penetrations to prevent ponding water and leaks.

== See also ==
* [[Roofing]]
* [[Roof Types]]
* [[Roofing Materials]]

Metal Roofing

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'''Metal roofing''' is a durable steep-slope and low-slope roofing option made from metal panels or metal shingles. It is valued for its long service life, fire resistance, and ability to reflect solar heat.

== Materials ==
* '''Steel''' — the most common, usually coated or painted for corrosion resistance
* '''Aluminum''' — lightweight and naturally corrosion-resistant
* '''Copper''' — a premium, long-lived option that develops a patina
* '''Zinc''' — durable and self-healing at scratches

== Common profiles ==
* '''Standing seam''' — raised vertical seams that run from ridge to eave
* '''Metal shingles and shakes''' — stamped to resemble traditional materials
* '''Corrugated panels''' — an economical option often seen on agricultural and industrial buildings

== Lifespan ==
Metal roofs can last 40 to 70 years or more, far exceeding most [[Asphalt Shingles|asphalt shingle]] roofs.

== See also ==
* [[Roofing Materials]]
* [[Roof Replacement]]
* [[Asphalt Shingles]]

Asphalt Shingles

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'''Asphalt shingles''' are a widely used steep-slope roofing material, especially on residential buildings in North America. They combine relatively low cost with ease of installation and a broad range of colors.

== Types ==
* '''Three-tab shingles''' — a flat, uniform look with cut tabs
* '''Architectural (dimensional/laminated) shingles''' — a thicker, layered profile that mimics the depth of wood or slate

== Construction ==
Most modern asphalt shingles are built on a fiberglass mat coated with asphalt and topped with mineral granules. The granules protect against ultraviolet light and add color and surface texture.

== Lifespan ==
Depending on product quality and climate, asphalt shingles typically last from about 20 to 30 years.

== See also ==
* [[Roofing Materials]]
* [[Roof Replacement]]
* [[Metal Roofing]]

Roofing Materials

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'''Roofing materials''' are the products used as the outer weatherproof covering of a roof. The right material depends on climate, budget, building type, and roof slope.

== Common materials ==
* '''[[Asphalt Shingles]]''' — the most common residential roofing in North America
* '''[[Metal Roofing]]''' — long-lasting panels and shingles in steel, aluminum, copper, and zinc
* '''Clay and concrete tile''' — durable and distinctive, common in warmer climates
* '''Slate''' — natural stone prized for its long life
* '''Wood shakes and shingles''' — a traditional, rustic look
* '''Membrane systems''' — EPDM, TPO, and PVC used on [[Flat Roofs|flat and low-slope roofs]]

== Choosing a material ==
Key considerations include lifespan, cost, weight, fire rating, wind resistance, and how well the material suits the roof's slope.

== See also ==
* [[Roofing]]
* [[Roof Types]]
* [[Asphalt Shingles]]

Roof Types

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'''Roof types''' describe the geometric form of a roof. The shape affects appearance, cost, drainage, and usable attic space.

== Common pitched roof types ==
* '''Gable''' — two sloping planes meeting at a central ridge, forming triangular end walls
* '''Hip''' — slopes on all four sides meeting at a ridge or point
* '''Mansard''' — a four-sided gambrel-style roof with two slopes on each side
* '''Gambrel''' — a two-sided roof with a shallower upper slope and steeper lower slope, common on barns
* '''Shed (skillion)''' — a single sloping plane
* '''Butterfly''' — two inward-sloping planes meeting at a central valley

== Low-slope types ==
* '''[[Flat Roofs|Flat]]''' — nearly level, drained by a slight slope or internal drains
* '''Low-slope''' — a gentle pitch often covered with membrane roofing

== See also ==
* [[Roofing]]
* [[Roofing Materials]]
* [[Flat Roofs]]

Roofing

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'''Roofing''' is the construction and covering of the uppermost part of a building. Its primary job is to protect the structure below from rain, snow, wind, sun, and temperature extremes, while also contributing to insulation and appearance.

== Basic structure ==
A typical roof is made up of several layers:
* '''Roof deck''' — the structural base, usually plywood or oriented strand board (OSB)
* '''Underlayment''' — a water-resistant barrier between the deck and the outer covering
* '''Roof covering''' — the outermost material, such as [[Asphalt Shingles|asphalt shingles]] or [[Metal Roofing|metal]]
* '''Flashing''' — metal pieces that seal joints, valleys, and penetrations such as chimneys and vents

== Slope ==
Roofs are generally classified by slope. Steep-slope (pitched) roofs shed water quickly and are common on homes, while [[Flat Roofs|flat or low-slope roofs]] are more common on commercial buildings and use membrane systems.

== See also ==
* [[Roof Types]]
* [[Roofing Materials]]
* [[Roofing Contractors]]