Roof Upgrades
Do you want to add another level of protection and peace of mind to your roof? At 4 Brothers Contracting LLC, we are constantly looking for industry-leading materials to use. Ask your sales rep about additional upgrades you can add to your roof.
Ring Shank Nails
The nails you use to secure your shingles may seem like a small part of your roof, but they might be one of the most vital. The difference between ring shank nails and standard, smooth shank nails is on the long, pointed part of the nail (the shank). The ring shank nail has ribbing, similar to a screw, that increases the holding power by almost double to that of the standard nail.
This increased holding power helps prevent delamination and shingle blow-offs. Over the lifetime of your roof, the freeze and thaw cycles combined with the wind will eventually start to work the nails out of the decking causing nail pops. These nail pops allow wind and ice to get under the shingles and lift them up, causing damage to the decking and, eventually, the interior of your home! Ring shank nails will resist those forces and hold tight to the decking longer.
The Ultimate Bath/Dryer Vents and Pipe Flashings
Most leaks occur through vents and pipe flashings, even when installed correctly. Over time, sunlight and freeze and thaw cycles can cause the rubber pipe boots to crack and fail. High winds during rain events can cause rain to be blown into the vents. The base plate can rust. The Ultimate Vents and Pipe Flashings address these issues.
The Ultimate Bath and Dryer Vents are made of stainless steel, including the screws that are used, to prevent any rusting. They have also been tested to withstand 110 MPH wind-driven rain! If you are concerned about water getting in through your vents or having your vents age quicker than the rest of your roofing system, these vents are a fantastic investment!
The Ultimate Pipe Flashings use silicone instead of rubber for the pipe collars. Silicone is extremely durable compared to rubber. Silicone has been proven to withstand all types of damage caused by the environment: rain, snow, ice, humidity, and UV rays from the sun. Similar to the vents, the base plate on the pipe flashings are also made of stainless steel to resist rust. If you choose to utilize these pipe flashing rather than the standard flashings, you will have peace of mind regardless of the weather!
