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Replacing the Roof on Your Home

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January 31, 2023July 12, 2010

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Follow these basic steps when replacing the roof on your home:

Remove all the old roofing material and underlayment so the decking can be inspected for rot or other damage.

Repair or replace any rotten or damaged sections of decking on the roof.

Install new underlayment as recommended by the roofing manufacturer so it will meet the roof warranty guidelines.

Install the new roofing, paying particular attention to valleys and flashing to prevent costly leaks.

Watch this video to find out more.

Further Information

How to Choose a Roof for Your Home (article)
How to Hire a Roofer for Your Home (article)
How to Clean and Inspect Your Roof (video)
How to Repair the Roof on Your Home (video)

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Danny Lipford

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Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.

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