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Homeowners throughout the Charleston, WV region—including communities like Sissonville, Elkview, Cross Lanes, and the Kanawha Valley—often contact us for help upgrading older shingle roofs on single-wide homes. Many of these homes have low-slope roofs around a 3/12 pitch, which can make traditional shingles prone to failure, leaks, and premature deterioration. In situations where shingles are failing or the roof deck has been damaged over time, a full conversion to a metal roofing system is one of the most effective long-term solutions.
A single-wide measuring around 75' x 16' is common in the Charleston area, and when roofs of this size are installed with standard shingles, problems tend to develop when the pitch is too low. Shingles generally require at least a 4/12 pitch to shed water properly. On a 3/12 slope, Charleston’s frequent rainstorms can cause water to run more slowly, increasing the likelihood of:
• water intrusion under the shingle layer
• rotted or softened decking
• long-term moisture damage
• recurring roof leaks
• granule loss and shingle deterioration
Metal roofing eliminates many of these issues and provides strong performance in both steep and low-slope applications.
For homeowners switching from shingles to metal, we commonly install 29-gauge MasterRib screw-down roofing, which is a durable and cost-effective option. A standard metal roofing system for a home of this size may include components such as:
• MasterRib metal panels (measured and cut to fit)
• High-heat ice and water shield for moisture protection
• Pitch-specific eave drip edge
• Gable trim, ridge caps, and pitch-break trim
• Universal and inside closure strips
• Metal roofing screws and trim screws
• Plumbing boots, sealants, and butyl tape
• Ventilation upgrades when needed
• Broan bath/dryer vents
• Color-matched accessories for a finished appearance
These components help ensure a watertight, long-lasting installation suited for Charleston’s mix of humidity, wind, and heavy rainfall.
Metal roofing is especially popular for manufactured and single-wide homes in Kanawha County because it:
• performs extremely well on low-slope roofs
• resists high winds common along the river valley
• reduces future leak risks
• stands up to heavy rainfall and winter moisture
• lasts decades with minimal maintenance
• improves overall energy efficiency
Homeowners looking for a long-term fix for leaks, decking damage, or shingle failure often find metal roofing to be the most reliable option.
Cenvar Roofing offers full metal roof installations, shingle-to-metal conversions, decking repairs, and low-slope solutions for homeowners throughout the Charleston area. Whether a customer needs a full upgrade or help addressing damage caused by the wrong roofing system, our Charleston team provides professional recommendations and high-quality installations tailored to each home’s structure and needs.
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