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Before You Build — Know Your Roof
Your roof is more than just shingles. Understanding each component helps you make smarter decisions about materials and upgrades in the next steps.
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Roof Ridge
The very top peak of your roof where two slopes meet. Think of it like the spine of a book.
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Ridge Vent
A hidden vent along the peak that lets hot, humid air escape your attic. Without it, heat and moisture get trapped and destroy your roof from the inside out.
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Flashing
Metal pieces around chimneys, skylights, and vents that keep water from sneaking into the seams. Most roof leaks start where flashing fails. (Not shown in diagram)
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Hip
The angled ridge where two roof slopes meet on the outside. Needs special cap shingles to seal the seam where those two planes come together.
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Roof Deck
The plywood base everything sits on. If it's soft or rotted, it gets replaced before anything new goes on. DirectCrews: $60/sheet vs. $75–$125 from traditional contractors.
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Roofing Underlayment
A waterproof layer between the plywood and your shingles. Your backup plan — if water gets past the shingles, this stops it. You'll choose yours in a later step.
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Roof Valley
The V-shaped channel where two slopes meet. Water funnels here, so it's leak central. Gets extra protection with ice shield and sometimes metal flashing underneath.
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Laminated Architectural Shingles
The most popular shingle type. Thicker and more textured than basic shingles, handles winds up to 130 mph, and looks way better. You'll pick yours in a later step.
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Roof Gable
The triangle-shaped wall at the end of your roof. Wind-driven rain loves to get in here if it's not sealed properly.
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Metal Drip Edge
An L-shaped metal strip along the edges that pushes water into your gutters instead of behind them. Prevents the wood underneath from rotting. Code-required.
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Dormer
That window structure poking out of the roof. Adds natural light but also adds complexity — more seams, more flashing, more spots to waterproof. (Not shown in diagram)
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Ice and Water Barrier
A sticky, fully waterproof membrane on the most leak-prone areas. Seals itself around every nail hole. Essential in NJ winters where ice dams push water uphill under shingles.
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Eave
The bottom edge of your roof that hangs over the walls. Keeps rain off your siding. Also where ice dams form first, which is why ice shield goes here.
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Undereave Vent
Vents under the eave that pull cool air into your attic. Works with the ridge vent (#2) to keep air flowing so your roof lasts longer and your energy bills stay lower.
Get Your Instant Roof Quote
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Choose Your Shingle
Select from top-rated brands. All prices include complete installation.
✅ Every Quote Includes:
1-Layer Tear-Off
Dump & Disposal
Drip Edge
Starter Bundles
Ice & Water Shield
Hip & Ridge Caps
Plywood (4 sheets)
Pipe Flashing
Roofing Nails
Step Flashing
Solar Seal
Box Vents
Select Underlayment
Choose the protection layer that goes under your shingles.
Standard Synthetic Underlayment
Meets building code requirements. Lightweight, water-resistant barrier that protects your deck during installation and acts as a backup if shingles are compromised.
Included
OC ProArmor® Synthetic
Breathable synthetic that lets moisture escape from the attic while blocking rain from above. Anti-slip walking surface improves crew safety and installation quality. Best match for OC system warranty.
+$500
OC Deck Defense® High-Temp
Self-adhering, high-temperature rated underlayment that bonds directly to the deck — no fastener holes means zero leak points. Rated to 250°F, making it the required choice if you have or plan to add solar panels.
+$750
GAF Tiger Paw™
Heavy-duty synthetic with a printed StrikeZone® nailing guide for precise fastener placement. 30% thicker than standard synthetics — resists tearing during install and handles foot traffic without damage.
+$450
GAF WeatherWatch®
Self-adhering mineral-surfaced leak barrier that seals around every nail penetration. Designed for eaves, valleys, and vulnerable areas where ice dams and wind-driven rain cause the most damage.
+$700
CT DiamondDeck™
Engineered 8-layer synthetic with the highest tear strength in its class. UV-stable for up to 6 months of exposure — ideal if your project has a phased timeline or weather delays.
+$475
CT WinterGuard®
Fully self-adhering waterproof membrane that seals tight around nails. Specifically engineered for ice dam protection at eaves and leak-prone areas like valleys and skylights.
+$725
Choose Your Color
Select from available colors for your chosen shingle.
Optional Upgrades
Enhance your roof with these popular add-ons. All are optional.
🌬️ Ridge Vent System
+$389
Continuous ridge ventilation for better attic airflow and energy efficiency
🔄 Attic Fan Replacement
+$450
Replace existing powered attic fan with new unit during installation
🏠 New Gutters
+$2,800
Seamless aluminum gutters with downspouts
🍂 Gutter Guards
+$1,500
Leaf protection system
📡 Satellite Dish Removal
+$150
Safe removal and disposal of old satellite dish and mounting hardware
☀️ Solar Panel Removal & Reinstall
$160 per panel
If your roof has solar panels, they must be safely removed before installation and reinstalled after.
Enter your panel count below. No panels? Leave at 0.
Your Roof Quote
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📋 Project Specifications
Property Address
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Roof Size
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Brand
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Shingle
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Underlayment
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Color
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🏗️ Materials Included
Shingles
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Underlayment
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Ice & Water Shield
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Drip Edge
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Starter Strip
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Hip & Ridge Caps
Included
Plywood (repair allowance)
4 sheets
Nails & Sealant
Included
🪵 Plywood Allowance
Your quote includes 4 sheets of plywood. If additional plywood is needed due to rotted or damaged decking:
- Additional sheets: $60/sheet
- 90% of roofs require less than 12 sheets
- Worst case (full replacement): ~143 sheets = $8,580
Additional layer removal (if present): +$10/square ($--)
🪟 Skylight Notice
If your home has skylights, additional costs may apply for proper flashing and sealing. The final skylight-related cost will be determined upon on-site measurement during your roof inspection. Skylights over 10 years old are recommended to be replaced during your roof replacement to prevent future leaks and avoid the cost of a separate service call.
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📜 Service Agreement
DirectCrews Roofing Service Agreement
1. DEPOSIT & PAYMENT TERMS
50% of the total project cost is collected after inspection and held in escrow until materials are ordered. The remaining 50% balance is collected upon completion and held in escrow until the job is verified complete.
2. SCOPE OF WORK
DirectCrews will coordinate the complete removal of existing roofing materials and installation of new roofing system as specified in your quote, including all materials listed.
3. MATERIALS
All materials are as specified in your quote summary. Plywood replacement: 4 sheets included; additional plywood beyond 4 sheets billed at $60/sheet if deck damage is discovered. If skylights are present, final skylight flashing and sealing costs will be determined upon on-site measurement during inspection. Skylights over 10 years old are recommended to be replaced during roof replacement.
4. WARRANTY
Your installation includes the manufacturer's warranty plus DirectCrews's 5-year workmanship warranty covering installation defects.
5. SCHEDULING
Installation dates are weather-dependent. DirectCrews will communicate any weather-related delays promptly.
6. CANCELLATION
You may cancel until 2 days prior to material delivery for a full refund. After materials are delivered, refund is deposit minus cost of materials.
7. PROPERTY PREPARATION
- Move vehicles away from the house before installation
- Secure or remove items from walls that may vibrate
- Ensure gate access for crew and materials
✅ Customer Acknowledgements
✅ What Happens Next
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Roof Inspection We inspect your roof to confirm condition and finalize details
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Confirmation Call DirectCrews calls to confirm order details, installation date, and answer questions
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Collect Deposit 50% deposit collected after inspection (held in escrow until materials ordered)
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Installation Day Professional crew completes your roof in 1-2 days