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The Owens Corning Total Protection Roofing System

The roof of a home offers the protection you need from the elements and it completes the structure of your home. Have you ever wondered what makes a roof able to perform this important function? All roofs have a roofing system. The roofing system comprises different parts that together make your roof complete and effective. It is this roofing system that sets the quality of roofs apart.

Owens Corning total roofing system offers complete protection and comprises the components of a solid roofing system.

Read on as we explore them.

Seal

This is the layer of protection against water. It includes the ice and water barrier that protects the roof in areas where water collects. These areas include skylights, vents, chimneys, and valleys.

The underlayment provides protection from wind driven mostly by rain. It is a barrier against all elements and the roof’s final line of defense. It also keeps water off the roof deck and house structure to protect against mold, rot, and water damage.

Defend

The starter shingles have a continuous sealant bead that ensures blow-offs and water cannot infiltrate the roofing system. They defend against these elements.

Shingles are common terms in roofing, and they are the first line of defense. Shingles are popular as a term because they also influence the structure of the roof. They impact curb appeal and come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. They are mostly the major thing homeowners see when it comes to a roof.

Hip and ridge shingles are those shingles along the roof’s peak. They perform several functions like shingles such as finishing the look of the roof and defending the ridge vent. They are also designed in variety to be attractive and suitable for your roofing needs/style.

 

Breathe

You know the roof is built to protect and defend your home from the elements, but do you know that another vital component of your roofing system is the parts that allow you to breathe –literally? These components ensure air flows in and out of your attic.

The intake ventilation layer is located at the down-slope edge of the roof and they prevent the buildup of heat or moisture by optimizing airflow.

The exhaust ventilation layer which is located on the ridgeline of the roof support or completes the function of the intake vents. The exhaust vents allow heat, moisture, and air escape from the attic.

Together, this system offers you total protection for your home.  When you have these quality components together all that’s left is the right contractor to perform an installation. At MLM we are Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor certified and you can depend on our professional services for the roofing needs of your home.

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