Asphalt Shingle Roof Installation and Repair in Queens
Asphalt shingle roof installation and repair from Flat Roofers NY covers new roofs and fixes on Queens houses. We tear off and re-roof, or we repair what's there: shingles, flashing, leaks and storm damage. Our crew works out of Elmhurst.
The estimate is free. Want us to take a look?
What your shingles show, and the job it gets
Find what you see on your roof, then read across.
| Sign | What it usually means | The job |
|---|---|---|
| Missing shingles | Popped nails or one hard storm | Shingle repair |
| Curling shingles | Aging asphalt, often from a hot attic | Shingle repair on one slope, new roof if it's everywhere |
| Cracked shingles | Brittle shingles late in their life | Shingle replacement |
| Granule loss | Asphalt wearing thin, grit in the gutters | New roof when the wear covers the whole roof |
| Lifted shingles after wind | Wind lifted the shingles and broke their seal | Storm damage repair |
| Ceiling stains | Water getting past flashing or a worn spot | Leak repair or flashing repair, once we trace the stain to the leak on your slope |
One roof inspection settles which job your roof needs.
Architectural or three-tab on your new roof
Architectural shingles, also called dimensional, are thick and layered. They look closer to slate. They carry higher wind ratings and last longer than three-tab. Three-tab is flat and costs less up front. On a new roof, we lean architectural.
The manufacturer warranty depends on how it goes on:
- Tear-off down to a sound roof deck
- Synthetic underlayment, with ice and water shield at the eaves
- Drip edge and starter strip on every edge
- Nails in the pattern the manufacturer prints on the bundle
- Ridge cap over a ridge vent, fed by soffit intake that keeps the ridge vent drawing for attic ventilation
The homes we roof in Queens
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Single-family detached house
Full tear-offs, or repairs one slope at a time.
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Two-family home
One roof over two units. We keep both households in the loop on work days.
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Attached house or townhouse
We flash the joint where our shingles meet the neighbor's roof.
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Detached garage
Repaired or re-roofed on its own, separate from the house.
Shingle roof questions
Can you replace a few shingles and match the rest?
Yes, if the line is still made. We match brand, color and profile. New shingles can look brighter until they weather in.
Tear-off or a second layer over the old shingles?
Tear-off. Layering over hides soft spots in the deck and adds weight to the framing.
How long does a new shingle roof take?
Usually a few days on a typical house. Your estimate gives the exact count. We pick up nails and debris at the end of every day.
Free estimate for your shingle roof
Asphalt shingle roof installation and repair starts with a free inspection and a written price for the repair or the new roof. Want to see ways to pay for a new shingle roof before you call?