I know I can't talk enough about attic ventilation it is one of the most misunderstood things when it comes to roofing, many roofers want to do the job right however this area of attic ventilation is almost never right from older homes to new homes built this year. Here at All Sound Roofing, Inc. are the ones getting it right from the initial estimate we point out what's wrong and when we come back we have solutions, rock solid ones at that! Our products are all Miami-Dade Approved so you will be sure to be dry for many years to come, we have many options for what your home would require and they have proven track records with in the roofing industry to meet the required ventilation standards that ARMA, APA and building codes require.
     Having vents installed along the bottom eaves of your home is the most wrong way of achieving a balanced ventilation system, these are designed to be exhaust vents not intake.

Improper attic ventilation can be very costly sometimes it can require that new 30yr shingle to not last much more than 10 years and we understand that here at All Sound Roofing, Inc. because

we have replaced a lot of roof sheathing due to improper attic ventilation.
Mold & Mildew love moisture and can effect your family's health and air quality inside your home. Attic Ventilation plays a huge role as well in your utility bills such as heating and cooling costs a healthy attic should be cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

If your looking for a new roof or need attic ventilation assessed and fixed give us a call today and start saving money! 425-870-0604 we are licensed and bonded ALLSOS875C7

Some of the things that I look for when someone thinks they need to replace their roof is first "How old is it?" most people replace their roof every 17.5 years on average, then I start looking at the shingles themselves, "Are they curling?" "Is there a good amount of fiber glass showing?" or "Bare asphalt?".

Attic inspection is always a good place to look as well, usually when I go into an attic I first lookup to see if vent holes have even been cut open for the roof vents, you would be surprised at the stuff I see, I look for blackened or moldy plywood and blockage of intake vents we don't do insulation but if it really needs it I have a specialty contractor that I refer that out to.

This is some water staining. Rake metal is a very important part of a roof system.

Ice & Water shield is also very important 

I alway recommend tearing off the old roof and inspecting for bad plywood, it is very important that we have a solid foundation for installing a new roof, did you know a "Lay over" may only last as little as... Lets not go there a complete tear off is always best it may seem to be a cheaper option however it will cost much more in the long run. 

Attic ventilation is so much more important in recent years as it and the science has evolved over the years and a much deeper understanding of the cause and effect or lack there of. Over the years state county's have been enforcing strict building codes on this subject. ARMA which stands for the American Roofing Manufacturers Association recommends a 1/300 ratio for a minimum of a balanced system of intake and exhaust.

(The picture to the left for even minimum building code, does not have enough intake)

I myself have been in the roofing industry for about 12 years now and it is quite a science better left to a roofer that understands it. I run into attic ventilation problems all too often doing roof estimates here in Arlington/ Marysville Washington areas. The problem with new construction homes is usually caused by lack of knowledge and communication between contractors and workers, now with older homes it is happening to, is caused when homes are remodeled or in other words changed or altered and made more airtight such as new siding, windows and doors we have to remember always that the goal when designing a ventilation system is to create a pressure. Have you ever taken a 2 liter bottle and dumped it down the drain? 

it goes blurb, glub and blurb try it, then poke a hole in the bottom then turn it upside down to drain it, it becomes much smoother when draining it the second time. 

The APA American Plywood Association also recommends proper ventilation. With out proper ventilation it usually costs home owners much more the second time they put a new roof on there home. I have priced out the cost difference between having a mold/mildew company spray stuff in regards to having a roofer replace the sheathing and it is half the cost if not more for the roofing company to do it. Usually with ventilation problems that go not taken care of for years can be very costly when its time to re-roof. At All Sound Roofing, Inc. we take ventilation into consideration on every roof of ours we install bird blocks along eves, OHAGIN intake vents, Louvered drip edge and Edge-vent, I feel we offer some of the best choices.

(In the photo below we had to replace all of the sheathing)

     

Installing these vents along the bottom is a BIG no, no they typically leak and they are designed to be vents for at the top of the roof not down low along the eves that and they are not rated for intake.

Arlington Washington

When it comes to re-roofing homes in Snohomish county of Washington state we come across all sorts of weather from some nice sunny weather to rain with in minutes of eachother. Having ice and water shield installed on your home can NEVER be a bad choice when it comes to a huge investment such as your roof. When properly installed along your eves and around all penetration areas of your roof you can be sure you are going to be protected against wind driven rains and towards the end of your roofs life cycle. Its never a bad idea for a little over kill when it comes to your roof. Have you ever used Google for small purchases by reading reviews?  Google the products in your re-roofing proposal from your contractor make sure its a company that produces premium materials. We only use Certainteed and Malarkey roofing products when it comes to asphalt shingles.

             Quality Roofing

    At All Sound Roofing, Inc. we take quality to a whole new level here in Marysville WA and surrounding areas.  When choosing a roofing company to replace your roof NEVER hire on the base of a low price have you ever heard that term "You get what you pay for" well in the roofing industry not every roof is the same trust me if we could give you a price with out coming to your home believe me we would love to save that gas money however every roof is a little different from the last and presents its own variables of problems verses the next any where from a low slope roof to ventilation problems.  

My name is Anthony and I own All Sound Roofing, Inc. I have worked for many roofing company's and I am a second generation roofer. We are a Shingle Master Company Certified through one of the largest roofing manufactures i

n North America all of our products we use on your home, I would use on my own home. I have got some of the best installers I have ever worked with in my roofing career so you already know they are going to do a fantastic job on your home from a complete roof tear off of your old roofing shingles & clean up to the completion of your new roof system. 

    

At All Sound Roofing, Inc. we really do care about your roof and your home, you say "Why do you care about my home, your a roofer?" well for you to have a validated shingle warranty we also with our roof estimate take ventilation, yes I just said ventilation. We take your intake and exhaust and take care of those with your new roof estimate along with a attic inspection so everyone else doesn't need to walk through your home. We are licensed and bonded Lic#ALLSOS875C7 we have posted a bond with the state of Washington and also carry workers comp. on all of our employees for you protection. 

                                                                                                      Thanks for reading, 

                                                                                                                             Anthony Davis