Roof Restoration & Solar Ventilation Upgrade | Altoona, PA

Service Available: Shingle Roof Replacement Branch: Altoona, PA‍

Project Case Study: Fixing "Inside-Out" Rot

‍Sometimes, the worst damage to a roof comes from inside the attic, not the weather outside. In this recent project, a homeowner faced a critical structural failure caused by a past DIY mistake. When the upstairs was finished and insulated, the installer failed to put in "baffles," blocking the airflow from the soffits. This trapped moisture in the attic, rotting the plywood deck until it was soft enough to poke a finger through.‍This is the exact type of complex repair our Altoona team is equipped to handle. We don't just cover up problems; we strip the roof down to the rafters to ensure your home has a solid, safe foundation. On this project, that meant performing a Complete Re-deck, replacing every sheet of compromised wood before installing the new roof system.‍

Key Upgrades & Materials

‍We engineer our solutions to prevent moisture buildup from ever happening again.‍The specifications for this restoration included:

• Active Solar Ventilation: To force damp air out of the attic, we installed two GAF Master Flow Green Machine Solar Power Fans. Positioned on the front and rear facets, these fans actively pump heat and moisture out of the home, keeping the new deck dry and healthy.

• Structural Renewal: We performed a Complete Re-deck with OSB . This resets the clock on the roof's structural integrity, replacing the rotted substrate entirely.

• Aesthetic Upgrade: Once the structure was secure, we installed Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration Architectural Shingles in Brownwood. This warm, earth-toned shingle offers a beautiful finish with advanced weather protection.

• Winter Protection: We applied Cenguard Ice & Water Shield and Synthetic Underlayment to create a watertight barrier against ice dams and wind-driven rain.

Why "Baffles" Matter

‍Insulation baffles are small chutes that keep your insulation from blocking the air intake at your eaves. Without them, your attic creates a "hot roof" where condensation builds up rapidly, rotting the wood from below. We check for these building science issues during every inspection so we can solve the root cause of the failure.‍

Does your roof feel "soft" or spongy?

‍If your roof deck feels weak or you suspect moisture issues in your attic, don't wait for a leak. We specialize in complex structural repairs and ventilation corrections in the Altoona area.

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