1. Is there anything that is not included that may cost me extra money, over and above the estimate?
2. Do you have proof of insurances?
3. Do you have a list of references?
4. Will you pull a permit for this job?
5. How long will the job take?
6. When will you begin and end this work?

Not only should all these questions be asked of your potential contractor, but most should be outlined in the contract.

Most contractors will address each of these questions without your need to inquire, but should these issues are not addressed, you could be opening your self up to a host of head-aches and financial losses. Answering why to ask each of these questions could be a several complete blog post them-selves.

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Shingle Blow Off | Nailing Patterns

Believe it or not shingle blow off is common when your roof is hit with high winds. Most shingles are nailed down with 8 nails, 4 when attaching a shingle, and 4 more when the next row goes on above. This is the most common nail pattern with most laminated shingles. Eight nails will usually hold down shingles in winds up to 70 miles per hour.

You can increase shingle adherence to 120 miles per hour by adding two extra nails per shingle. It is called hurricane nailing by the GAF Shingle Manufacturer, and is code in Dade and Broward County Florida.

If your asphalt shingle roof is up on a hill and not protected by surrounding structures, you will be more vulnerable to mother nature.

Shingle Exposure

With traditional asphalt shingles, as each course goes on over the last, the piece of the shingle that is left exposed is measured. GAF Recommends a 5 inch to 5 3/4 inch exposure. Note* The longer the exposure the less shingles you will need to cover a roof.

The smaller 5 inch exposure creates better adherence and is less likely to get caught and torn off in a strong wind. Some contractors and builders will try to get maximum exposure, reducing material costs, and increasing profits.

Shingle Blow Off Is Prevented During Installation is a post from: Roofing Contractor