Replacing an overdue roof on a Cranford, NJ home
Roof Replacement · Cranford, NJ · completed December 2025
We just wrapped up a roof replacement in Cranford, NJ. The old roof was past due, and the new one looks good up there.
The problem
The homeowner wanted every part of this job done right, so we planned it out before we started. We went over the roof layout first, before any work began.
What we did
We tore off the old roof and got the deck ready for the new one. The crew split up the work over a few days so the job kept moving.
Materials
- Architectural asphalt shingles Main roofing material
- 2 Starter strip shingles Roof edges and eaves
- 3 Hip and ridge cap shingles Roof peaks and hips
- 4 Synthetic roof underlayment Secondary water protection
- 5 Ice and water shield Eaves, valleys, and vulnerable areas
- 6 Drip edge flashing Protects roof edges
- 7 Step flashing Roof-to-wall intersections
- 8 Counter flashing Chimneys and masonry walls
- 9 Valley flashing Protects roof valleys
- 10 Pipe boot flashing Seals plumbing vent pipes
- 11 Ridge vent Attic exhaust ventilation
- 12 Soffit vents Attic intake ventilation
- 13 Roofing nails Fastens shingles
- 14 Cap nails Secures underlayment
- 15 Roofing sealant Seals approved flashing details
- 16 Roof decking (OSB or plywood) Replaces damaged sheathing
- 17 Chimney flashing kit Waterproofs chimney connections
- 18 Bathroom exhaust roof vent Exterior exhaust termination
- 19 Attic ventilation accessories Supports proper airflow
Common questions in Cranford
- Do I need a permit for a roof replacement?
- No, not unless we're replacing the sheathing across the whole roof.
- How long does a roof replacement take in Cranford?
- Usually 1 to 3 days. It depends on how big the roof is.
- What materials do you use for a roof replacement?
- On a standard shingle roof, we use asphalt shingles with an ice and water barrier underneath.
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