Removing Roof Shingles For Reuse

At bill west roofing we offer dependable services including roof shingle inspections replacements and repairs.

Removing roof shingles for reuse.

Climb onto the roof with a shingle scraper. The shingles will roll up like a ball in front of the fork. Push them down the roof so they fall into the trash bin. The look will not be altered if you reuse shingles that are already on the roof.

Laminated versions carry a lifetime warranty which means for as long as you own the house or for a maximum of 40 to 50 years. Rip cut the starter strip or starter pieces so that they butt up against the second course of existing shingles and are even with the front edge of the existing roofing. Beginning at the peak slide the scraper under the top layer of shingles and pry them off. Your roofer can come to your home to examine old shingles and determine if they should remove them or reuse them.

Using new shingles could alter the appearance of your roof if you cannot find the exact shingle that is already on there. Very carefully remove the old shingles. Four years is old enough to not match with new but will last a long time. If the shingles fail at any point during that time span expect a check for a prorated amount.

Removing tar from a roof installing new shingles is a major investment for most homeowners so it makes good sense to take steps to protect the integrity of the roof for as long as possible. Attach with nails along the top edge of the strip. Push the shingles down to the roof jacks. Remove shingles in a 2 to 3 ft wide section as you work down the roof.

The other advantage of reusing shingles that have been removed either by hand or some natural phenomenon is the appearance of your roof. Plug any tears with roofing cement and reuse. When removing shingles to address a roof leak and applying ice and water shield to the decking do. Use a starter strip or cut pieces for a starter course.

This helps ensure your kansas city home continues to be protected from the elements.