Pros and cons of adding a second layer of shingles posted july 31 2018 by onpage marie a roof is one of the most vital components of a house.
2 layers roof.
Saving on the initial shingle installation doesn t solve the long term cost of adding a second layer of shingles.
Decking most often made out of plywood this roof layer is installed over the framing in a typical roof install.
Two layers of shingles trap more heat which in turn damages the shingles and shortens the life span of the roof.
If the roof boarding is planks i d go for three layers the first being nailed.
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Here are the layers of a roof in order of application bottom to top.
If it s sheets like plywood then 2 layers would be ok but i d taoe tye joints first.
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Replacing a roof can be very expensive and exhausting at the same time.
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If it s sheets like plywood then 2 layers would be ok but i d taoe tye joints first.
It protects everything under it and it needs to be done right.
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Two roof layers can work if the existing roof is in good condition but you shouldn t put more than two layers of shingles on your roof because of the weight.
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2 layers of sheathing.
If you don t have a sound roof the problems with your house are going to multiply rapidly.
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