I'VE BEEN DOING IT FOR 25 YEARS. IM THE BOSS NOW, STILL CLEAN UP STILL CARRY SHINGLES STILL INSTALL PUT ABOUT $100 AN HOUR IN MY POCKET AFTER PAYROLL (3 GUYS)
an excellent book if you are considering building a shed. While you may not choose to build one exactly as shown in this book ruclips.net/user/postUgkxT9ExVpR-3A-9rpRqx8vzXKZ3BMMTg_KH , the information found in here would be useful in any shed building project. The information is well presented, with color photos throughout. As was noted in a previous review, though some dimensions are given, the complete plans must be ordered elsewhere. I ordered the plans for the gambrel shed and did notice a few discrepancies between the book and plans however.
I grew up roofing with my old man. I had to clean up the shingles that got ripped off and when the bundles got delivered I had to carry them up. When the ground was clean and the bundles were all on the roof I was able to sit up and feed the shingles down so he could nail them in quick. It was hard and I never got paid much, but I learned how to work and how to be efficient. I'm thankful for those day, I'm also thankful that I dont have to do roofing anymore unless I want to haha.
Eric Champey Whatever the trade may be, working with ones dad is always special. It may not be at the time, but that is true time spend well together and you will never forget for the rest of your life. My daughter did not want to be a dentist, so we never had that opportunity, but I would have loved to be able to show her all I learned over the years. And I think I could hear your appreciation between the lines! Thanks for sharing!
@Anthony 223 I STARTED IN 1995 AT 20 YEARS OLD AT $6 AN HOUR NOW I HAVE 3 GUYS WORK FOR ME AND AVG ABOUT $1000/DAY IN MY POCKET.... STILL BREAKING MY ASS JUST LIKE I'M ANOTHER GUY ON THE CREW AT 45
@Anthony 223 yeah you arent kidding. I was a longshoreman for a few years after high school, the time I spent on roofs and in wrestling rooms set me up pretty well to work longs days in every condition there is. My dad still roofs and he's hands down the toughest dude I know
I gained a lot of respect for roofers in the last few years. In my country we don't use shingles so I never got to see them at work. I moved to a new subdivision in Central Texas and many houses were still to be built around our house. Watching these guys work from sun up till sundown, which was usually around 9 pm in the summer, was something else. The Texas sun is brutal, much more so than in my country in the Caribbean, and these guys worked non stop, as if they couldn't feel it or didn't care. The constant clack-clack of their nail guns reminding me all day of precisely how lucky I was to be inside enjoying the product of an AC unit that was pumping madly throughout the day. Now the houses are finished and I neither see or hear roofers and their nail guns anymore. But I know they are out there, building someone else's house under the same Texas sun that beats down on their backs as mercilessly as it did the year before. Thank you guys!
I was a roofer for 30+ years. And I still enjoy watching a crew that knows there job. Thanks TAMKO, I’ve put down many, many TAMCO shingles. Great job, Thanks
Super job Nate! I don’t think anyone is producing higher quality building vids and certainly not on RUclips. You’ve got it down! It’s always fun to watch a professional do what they’re professional at. They perform like a well oiled machine. That is one cut-up roof and I’m glad they sent in the ‘A-team’ to do it. A lot of people complain about the design but the fact that the complexity of all those converging angles is exactly what gives the house it’s aesthetic appeal seems to go right over their heads. Yea, it’s complicated! That’s exactly what separates an interesting house from a boring one. The wildlife that just seem to carelessly wander thru the neighborhood is fascinating to me. 🤜🤛
This man brings a true appreciation for his craft and other craftsman. You can’t beat some who is passionate and knowledgeable about there skill set. Such craftsmanship
i enjoy roofing. been roofing for 17 years now. still learning. got 140 years of experience, and will be 40 years old in March. clay roofing is my favorite. thanks for this video!
Watching this video on my TV after your podcast discussion recently. Sooo much better, better than anything on TV these days and a welcome break from some of the craziness out there. Keep up the good work.
The people who do this for a living are incredible , I get scared just cleaning out my gutters. Back in the day when my Father did this as a laborer after WW2 , He had to climb up the ladder carrying shingles, tar paper , on his shoulders and supplies all day. No forklift or safety harness was used by anyone. Hammering one nail at a time- no Pneumatic nail guns. I cannot imagine how grueling it was. I'm sure you did not have easy either, not by a longshot. In fact , you remind me a lot of Him, He was a success and great man Even with all the equipment used nowadays, it's still one of the toughest jobs around. Please stay well and Thank you for all your great video's.
Thanks Tamko for sponsoring, and thanks to all the other sponsors from other videos. I'm absolutely loving this series. I knew the name of zero roofing product companies before, and now I know one, so your advertising buck was well spent!
I have been a roofer for over 25yrs. and 20 of those yrs I have been operating my own roofing company here in KS. Still to this day I enjoy getting up on the roof and puttin 'em down. Something satisfying about being able to drive by yrs. later and think "Man that is a good looking roof."
That roof design is one of the most complicated I've seen on an SF dwelling. It must have been a lot of fun framing. I would have loved the challenge. Good job brother for getting it framed and dried in.
I don't know about "most complicated". 20 years ago I did an architect's own house. I persuaded him to remove the roofer (massive fails at dry-in) from the project, and I took over. EPDM, corrugated galvanized, custom fabricated galvy standing seam, and twin-wall lexan over the porch. 40-some roof planes covering about 1400 square feet of total area. I did everything as a flash/ counterflash (soldered galvanized), so that we could do the sidewalls above parts of the roof, after dry-in and before the actual roof went on. No problems, no leaks. The drywall was actually hung and finished after the flashings and dry-in, and before the metal roofs were installed. It can be done, use care and have a very good plan.
Roofing is one of those jobs that, as I get older, I would be willing to pay almost anything to not do myself. For one thing, my balance isn't what it used to be. Also, the couple of trivial roofing repairs I did on my current house, I was in the shade during lovely spring mornings and I still sweated out a quart or more. These are the sort of people who keep the world turning, and the deserve a lot of respect (and get it, from me, at least).
Personally I’ve never liked coming behind and installing vents and other penetration flashings after I’ve installed the roof. In my opinion it always takes more time and it feels like it’s harder. You end up having to pull up part of your work and redo it. I like it when I know everything that’s behind me is DONE. It also allows for you to make sure that nothing your installing is ever going to have a chance of a nail being to close to a butt in the shingles above or you having a nail that was driven having to be pulled so the vents or whatever can slide up in place. Then again I’m weird like that.
I know very little about laying shingles, however I just feel and agree that coming behind doesn't seem a good way to install vents for the reasons you say. It even looked kind of cluggy (my word) when they were doing it.
Simon Rinehart I wondered about that. I wanted the roofer to install solar tubes but he said that I should have a specialist install them after they complete the roof. Two years later, no solar tubes because I don’t want someone cutting the shingles and cobbling up a repair. Yes, it can be done after the roof is installed but which way is better, during roofing or after?
@@dmrc43 - that's the point..... but if the shingler didnt know there was a vent going there, their nail placement COULD be in the way of then placing the vent. Placement of the vent is determined from inside. First by the location of the bathroom fan / dryer / hood range being vented out. then from there by the rafter spacing in the area DIRECTLY above your vent for less turns = less obstructions in airflow.
@@justinstevenson2061 ah i gotcha, i was more so talking about the holes you KNOW are there, leaving the shingles loose and sliding in the vents and nailing. I agree everything should be done before the roof installation, plumbing stacks/ bathroom vents etc. Doing it after the fact just adds to the chance of a leak.
5:09 I framed a roof for slate once and that was one impressive roof system. We had to hand frame the whole making our own rafters and even building a couple trusses on the ground. Everything was 12 on center. Crazy strong. Also it's an art to walk on a pitch like that and not mess up the paper.
I have been watching and enjoying your channel for several months. I am a farm boy from Saskatchewan who now lives in South Carolina and works with heavy equipment and I really wish my Dad was still alive because he would have also loved your channel... pretty close to 100% of the time when people ask me how did I learn how to do something my answer is "My Dad taught me"... To this day that answer is filled with a sense of pride and gratitude! A few days ago I was introduced to another RUclips channel and I immediately thought of the Essential Craftsman and I wanted to introduce you to his channel. The name of the channel is Harmless Farmer and the man's name is Andy Detwiler. Here is a bit of his story... When he was a small boy he lost both arms in a farming accident with a grain auger... and he has been farming ever since!!! I have watched him grease a tractor with his feet, hook up a PTO shaft on a tractor with his feet, drive his truck with his feet, unscrew a nut off a bolt with a wrench in each foot and flip the wrench over with one foot to get a better bite on the nut, carry a hay bail with his mouth, hook up a battery charger to a dead battery with his feet... I could go on and on... It is an amazing thing to watch a man, with every excuse in the world not to, just get up every day and go to work and get things done one way or another! One thing that has struck me is how remarkably patient Andy is with his life and the tasks he is involved in. I have yet to see him get frustrated, even the slightest, about anything!!! On a sad note, Andy was given the news this spring that he has cancer. My prayer is that the Lord will be with him and family as they walk this difficult journey together. My hope is that you will take a moment and check out his channel, YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! Thank you for all that you do and even more so, thank you for the "message" that comes through the words of the Essential Craftsman!!! God Bless!
Nice to see someone who appreciates the roofing trade. I have been roofing most of my life, it gets in your blood. Never seen those solar fan vents, nice and they look good.
As a 2nd generation roofing contractor, I have to admit I was looking pretty hard trying to find something to pick on. I can ALWAYS find something to pick on. Wow. not this time. That was a very tricky installation with about a thousand different ways it could have been botched. My favorite detail was where the step run meets the horizontal roof to wall flashing. That corner always gets goofed up. The way they ran the bottom step an inch or two past the corner is exactly how I do it. And they are even using the Max Super Roofer coil guns which happen to be the best shingle guns ever made! Very well done gentlemen. Craftsmen roofers are a dying breed. It was a pleasure to see your work. Keep on ROOFIN"!!!!
SMH.... THE APRON FLASHING IS SUPPOSED TO RUN 4" PAST THE CORNER OF THE DORMER WITH A 45 DEGREE CUT. ONE SIDE OF THE CUT WRAPS AROUND AND GETS NAILED TO THE WALL (I USE A SPEED SQUARE TO HELP MAKE THIS BEND), THE OTHER SIDE FOLDS FLAT ONTO THE ROOF. THEN, THE FIRST PIECE OF STEP FLASHING HANGS 4" LOW ON THE CORNER AND GETS CUT AND BENT AND FOLDED THE SAME WAY. AFTER IT IS DRY FIT, A NICE BEAD OF HIGH QUALITY CAULK GOES IN THE CORNER. JESUS CHRIST YOU CLOWNS ARE AMATEURS
@@Dusk2007 For some perspective on this, you could check out my very long comment re: traditional flash-counterflash systems. I have ben practicing per my post for decades now. In my view any (single stage ) flashing ONLY method is a modern way of putting true cost off to the latter years (ie, being cheap and short-sighted). Everyone has their own standards of excellence, some more better informed than others.
Yep a pro roofer is an extraordinary craftsman. This is especially true when the Architect is a Loon and designs impractical things like 3 roofs sort of joining in one area. It is kind of like when additions are tacked on by flyby night home improvement guys.You had a difficult time framing it and the roofer had a difficult time making sure it is watertight. I say it was an impractical design.
He's said in multiple previous videos that it was necessary given their site constraints and style/size of house desired. Scott knew what he was signing up for all the way.
I have to agree that this is the strangest coming together of roofs i have seen in a long time, very odd nooks and crannies that in my opinion were completely unnecessary, bazzare roof for sure
I like the house and plenty of weird roofline junctions have held watertight in plenty of places but yeah man do not get the 13.8 degree bent house situation.
@@bearded4glory809 lets also remeber this roof is now a haven for any number of bees nests hornets nests , and many others , May be waterproof but its a home for plenty of critters ! Love the house but that roof is just weird
We contract for the pipeline, I use some of your videos during our yearly training. For the past 3 years I’ve showed your skillsaw video. The beginner and advanced. A lot of trades that use power tools.
@@jessejames1590 moving HEAVY materials up a sloped surface littered with ropes and airhoses is bad. I love my ground level. That is the ONE job that's really kicking my ass. Hardhat's off to you man. You roofers are as tough as nails.
I've had to solo two roofs. Never again. I'm watching these guys working in sneakers. My dogs would be SCREAMING. I did it for exactly one day. My arches were killing me and the tops of the toes on my sneakers were worn through.
Way To Go Wadsworth!!! (said with THE Most Respect!!!) THANK YOU Scott! I've been laying in bed, unable to go to sleep for WEEKS wondering how that section above the garage wasn't going to collect rain water! (starts at the 20:49 mark in this video). The workmanship there is amazing. Thank You for giving special coverage on how you tackled that area!!! Who would not want to live here? Wild turkeys and deer in the yard... I'll Buy It!!!
Noticed the boot change! Welcome to the Thorogoods boot club! I’m on my third pair and I found a cobbler in my town. He’s put on some new bottoms a few times for me being UPS driver I put on a few miles on these and never an issue!
peglegthered yes actually I used to do utility work for a municipality. I have the plain toe composite safety boots. They have more room in them so maybe order a half size down, I feel my foot slip around I those more. Other than that they just as comfortable. I also use those in the winter now while working for UPS because they are waterproof as well.
No doubting the talent of these guys, but the felt shingles are a substandard product. I do roofing in Scotland, if I slate a roof I expect it to last about 100 years. Renewed a roof recently the slate had been on the property for 145 years!!! Also lead or copper in the valleys, fitted correctly will last in excess of 60 years. Enjoyed this series, one of the best things on RUclips
Replaced my roof in 2017, first time it was stripped off since being built in 1956 I'm sure. It had 3 layers of comp, first layer directly on shiplap, no tar paper/roofing felt. Hardest job was tearing all that off and hauling it away. I added overhangs on the Dutch gable ends(5 of them) with several intersecting roof lines and had to add a hip into a flat valley that apparently had been a leak problem for years( several repair attempts that still failed). It was a summer long project. Fun job at 57.
I commend you not only for taking it on, but for doing it right! Sometimes its and easy re & re......... other times your reframing to fix stupidity or just accommodate new knowledge into an older building.
I echo the thanks to Scott and crew for sharing this project. I haven’t missed an episode. I tip my hat to the craftsmanship of everyone who has touched this project. I am also grateful to Tamko for sponsoring the roofing material. Valuable gesture that will surely pay dividends.
In my opinion, there are few things more pleasing to the homeowner and neighbors than a roofline that properly fits in to the neighborhood. It's a subtle thing, but very important. Looks good. 👍
Two things: One. it has been many years since I roofed a house. I need a new roof on the home I just bought but I know now that roofing is a younger man's job. Two, I'm going to check out Tamko shingles for my roof. Thanks, Scott!
GAF IS WAY BETTER THAN TAMKO GAF ULTRA IS THE WAY TO GO, ANOTHER 40 DOLLARS A SQUARE IN MATERIAL, LABOR SHOULD BE THE SAME UNLESS THE ROOFER IS A CRY BABY
Wow, thanks! Now I know what kind of caulking I’m going to use when I build my submarine! Let’s see, I’ve got my OSB, some decking screws, a gallon of exterior paint and now, all I need is some of that caulking. Hold my beer.
Thank you thank you thank you. Your amazing videos not only give me confidence in what I have to do but also some hope that with a little luck and skill I will be able to do what I have to do on the roof of my home. It's so much simpler than what you fellas had to tackle. Kudos to you. Your project is phenomenal and a thing of beauty. Suffice it to say I'm not a roofer. I do mostly interior remodeling and finishing work. I don't even do a lot of framing. I've only ever been a roofing helper. My roofing skills are basic. I know I can't make any mistakes on the roof and that adds to the stress I'm facing up there. My teacher and carpentry mentor over the last decade was a proper roofer. Alas, he passed away a few weeks ago. He left me in the middle of roofing our place. We both lived in and were remodeling an early 1900's general store in rural central Minnesota. This is where I cut my teeth on a lot of the trade skills I now posses. It's such a cool old place and I feel blessed to live here and work here too. To prepare myself for finishing the roof alone I have been watching roofing videos off and on for two days. I must say Scott, yours is one of the finest and most enjoyable to watch. Thank you for everything you do. I remember watching you build the retaining wall early on in the project. It's really amazing to see what you men have accomplished since then. Bravo and kudos, keep up the greart work. I owe you guys a beer when we all get to where we're going after this life. Until then, much love and respect from Minnesnowta.
Texas. Arkansas. Missouri. Kansas. Oklahoma. T.A.M.K.O. That’s where the name comes from. Don’t think they have quite the market yet there in the northeast (probably why they showed up in a fedex truck.. never seen that before) I’ve put on well over 25,000 squares of Tamko over the years. They’re good shingles. Won’t last anywhere near 50yrs (cause no asphalt shingle will, at least not in TX). It’s a little marketing gimmick that all the asphalt shingle manufacturers have to go with so their packaging doesn’t seam inferior. I’ve only really had a couple of problems with them over the years and their rep was quick to resolve our issues! One question, the garage section with ridge vent, the attic there doesn’t connect with main attic does it? Cause if so, those solar fan vents could pull air “in” from those ridge vents.. not a good thing. Don’t wanna mix your exhaust vent types unless they’re completely separate spaces. Love the channel Scott! Bought my first ever Anvil because of you!
So true about mental toughness, roofing demands respect. Your videos make me excited to get back to work one of these days. I'm grateful to have your content to keep me learning and thinking about things.
im on ep 78 of the spec house series and i have to say the way ye build houses is stunning over here in ireland its desperate those shingles beat slate in looks ive learned alot from this series and id recommend this and the binge watch challenge for young craftsmen
When I was a lad I did that for a couple years, that house would have been classified by our crew as a “cut up pig”. Lol. Beautiful house in a beautiful spot. Well done.
Ah Roofing. Did a lot of it during 40 years of construction. Learned from multiple subs. At my peak I could normally out roof most of them because I remembered the tricks from all of them. It was the one part of the job, foundation to roof, that I dreaded the most. Originally did not have the equipment to load the roof so had to do it by hand up the ladder. Also always bending over keeps your back limber. And the cost of the special roofing boots. Got to give it to those guys; they really earned their pay.
There really should be step flashing at that gable end. While it's 100% true gravity will bring water down the siding and onto the counterflashing, a wind-driven rain will easily find itself under that metal flashing.
Talk about back breaking work. That is just brutal. I bet they were happy to have this one n there rearview mirror. They did a AWESOME job !Looks great!
With the powered attic fans pulling air, its imperative to have the air sealing in the ceiling plane done as well as you can. Or else, you will have a powered air leak that pulls conditioned air and makes the stack effect even stronger.
something i dont think you mentioned was when the guy was fixing the shingles in the valley at the 2:20 mark was doing it was the best way because he was doing the off shoot of the main roof first, that way since the main roof is taking and flowing the most water placing the main roof first would add to the chance of water running up the whole of the lap of the shingles, its the same principle you mentioned about placing the lower shingles first
I got away from this style a long time ago, because of the issues posed. If we are doing shingles, and shingle valleys, we weave the two roofs, The lumpiness does not show much with laminated, and there is only a 1-course possibility of undershoot. And I just plain don't like the look of the (usually ragged) cut side of the valleys, done per this video.
@@leestevens446 I'D AGREE THATS A WAY TIGHTER WAY TO INSTALL A VALLEY.... JUST WAY MORE TIME CONSUMING. WHEN I CUT MY VALLEYS, THEY ALWAYS COME OUT STRAIGHT, EVEN IF I HAVE TO USE 2 HANDS ON MY HOOK BLADE
I take it your not in hail country! I always get a kick out of the idea of a fifty year shingle, here in the hail zone of the Colorado front range, those fifty year shingles are lucky to make 20 years before being destroyed. My last Tamko roof only made it 12 years, it wasn't Tamko or the shingles fault, nothing stand's up to hail stones close to baseball size or bigger. In 2017 I saw several clay tile roofs beat to pieces laying on the ground around the perimeter of the house. Your lucky that you only have to worry about moss growing on the roof.
Do you see a lot of metal roofs around your area considering the hail? My thinking is that a metal roof would fare better, sure it would probably get dented by the hail but I doubt it would fail.
@@44R0Ndin There is some around, but pretty much in the more suburban/country type areas. The 50 year asphalt shingles do for the most part hold up to the hail, but still need to be replaced after a big hail storm, both zoning and insurance companies pretty much require it to be replaced. The metal roofs can get beat & punctured to the point they leak and look really bad.
Just so you know, this video and others after it are not in the Spec House play list. I’ve been binge watching from the play list and your series is beyond fantastic. It reminds me of when I discovered “This Old House”, but they’ve got nothing on your series!
Composition roofing is my personal favorite... 50 years easy... that stuff my even be 60 year material... excellent choice Per usual...I was thought by in my NW days a 5” layout cuttin board or template that leaves very little waist and it looks like these guys have that working for them... saves a hell of a lot of waste...nice cut on the barge... letting it run a little wild until you knew where exactly to cut it...yes.., pacific Northwast Roofer’s are a breed in themselves... really nice color choice... you probably guest by now... I’m with you guys..!!
Beautiful roof, Thank you Tamko! I believe it's your son doing camera work, great job! And as always a wonderful job. Keep up the great work! Thank you.
Looks like they did a good job. One suggestion for future roof projects is to nail the starter shingles at the drip edge. Nailing at the top of the starter leaves the bottom course of shingles loose and susceptible to getting blown off.
@@essentialcraftsman So ice and water shield in the valleys isn't a code requirement for your area? What about gutter apron and drip edge? What decking thickness is required by code? Thanks.
Essential Craftsman thank you, have been following your series, and really enjoying learning about regional differences in practices, and terminology; all in all a wonderful job.
Love your videos, sometimes after a shitty rainy day doing carpentry I forget why I even bother. But your videos is a good reminder that this is actually quite a beautiful job at the end of the day.
When you buy the shingles you also buy the guarantee that comes with them. If they fail, no problem. They get replaced per the guarantee. So it’s in the manufacturers best interest not to boast claims that they can’t back up.
If the company makes a product that (deliberately or not) doesn't last that long, they won't still be around in 50 years, and their guarantee will be worth nothing.
@@philipwebb960 Tamko has been around for 75 years so they’re not some fly-by-night outfit. Name one thing in life with an absolute guarantee. There’s no such thing obviously. You make the best choices possible at the time and hope for the best.
@@psidvicious Coleman products. Coleman has service centers- outlet stores to handle all Coleman gas pressure appliances for over 100 years. You owe me lunch now.
Is corrugated steel not used state side? It is almost the roof material of choice in Australian. Colourbond steel comes in countless colours and stands the test of time.
We have a fair amount of metal roofing in NE Arkansas. We cut down all our trees for farm land. Now the wind blows through it takes shingles with it. Metal is becoming more and more prevalent.
"Metal will deteriorate and these shingles will certainly last that long" I wasn't sure if that was a joke in his intro but it sounds like the shingle salesman really fooled him.
@Ken MacDonald What good does 50 years of experience do if you don't explore advanced building materials or step outside your comfort zone? Asphalt shingles have benefits over other systems, but longevity definitely isn't one.
Dear sir, I’ve been following you building this house ever since episode 1, I’m renovating my own house originally built in 1908 from bricks. I built an addition on the roof out of wood similar to how you did it! In the netherlands (where I live) we tent to build everything out of bricks with concrete floors on every floor so unfortunately seeing someone frame a house will only happen on RUclips. I really enjoy seeing this building become a home. Keep up the good work
I have done some amateur roofing and can really appreciate what these guys accomplished. Beautiful work. The roofing installation accentuated the carpentry required to create all the different planes. Valleys have always perplexed me, even though I have never had one leak. I was really wanting to see the valley details you described early in the video, but evidently I missed the crux of the installation. Also, the camera angles near the end and closing remarks appear to allow water to seep under the flashing. I know this is not the case, and also know that camera angles on a steep roof are not easy. Maybe a graphic later on to show the valley details? Thanks for your videos.
There's just something so utterly devestating when seeing so many protrusions punched through perfectly new sheathing and roofing. I understand it must be done and it's part of the process, but as a woodworker and builder it breaks my heart every time I see it. Great work as always.
Shingles will be long deteriorated before the metal begins to rust. Architectural shingles only last 20-35 years, despite what manufacturers like to tell you.
These shingles last longer... ruclips.net/video/t0g4Bv_I9oc/видео.html It's in German, though, but should be interesting nonetheless for non-speaker...
Agree. I've used heavier-gauge aluminum valley/ step flashing. That will probably last the lifetime of multiple asphalt roofs, barring no conditions where galvanic action or some other abnormal condition eats it away. The shingle life, agree... complete joke. It's what happens when marketing guys do their job.
I have a concrete tile roof. House is 17 years old. Only thing on my roof to have failed so far is the metal valley on the southwest side of the house. Maybe it was installed by dolts, I have no idea.
Hi Scott and Nate, I'm really loving the content you guys are putting out. I live in Ireland, I'm a mechanic by trade and I'm currently building a house. I find it so interesting how building methods in the U.S. and in other parts of the world differ so much. For example, here in Ireland we have quite a wet climate and most houses are built using concrete blocks, typically it consists of inner and outer leaves with an insulation cavity between the two concrete block leaves which is partially or fully filled with insulation depending on the detail. Timber frame and ICF are becoming more popular but concrete block is still by far the most common. Also, you'd never see felt or asphalt shingles on a roof. Here we most often use natural slate, fibre cement tiles or concrete tiles. Metal roofing is becoming more popular but still quite rare to see. For the valleys we use lead, leadex, or metal but lead is the most common. I'm interested to know why I never see houses in the U.S. being built with concrete block, slate roofs, etc. Perhaps like most things it comes down to cost. To give you an idea of cost over here, it's costs roughly $150 per sqft to build a house. I'd love if you guys could address this is one of your Q&A's or podcasts. Best wishes from the Emerald Isle and Keep Up The Good Work 😉
It depends where you are in the U.S. as weather, temperature and building codes can change drastically. Down where I live in florida most houses are constructed from block, at least the bottom story. The interiors are usually wood framed. In other parts of the country, particularly the western united states, wood is a much more common building material.
Just finished the shingles on our room addition project. Had an open gable that, at the other end, became a Dutch gable. Lots of fun in 109 degree Arizona sun!
Man all I could see at the end of this video, was dinner walking away up the hill. Beautiful Buck. Love this entire video series. And Thank You to Tamco for donating the shingles to this spec house.
Even in the best weather, roofing is brutal on your feet, ankles, knees, back and hands. My hat is off to anyone who does this for a living!
Been doing it for 15 years now, my foreman has been at it for over 40 years
I'VE BEEN DOING IT FOR 25 YEARS.
IM THE BOSS NOW, STILL CLEAN UP
STILL CARRY SHINGLES
STILL INSTALL
PUT ABOUT $100 AN HOUR IN MY POCKET AFTER PAYROLL (3 GUYS)
If your inexperienced or just starting out at this, I would imagine that there are a few mishaps that happen at the end of the day when your tired?
@@Dusk2007 OK, Jesus, no need to shout
@@y0rema right LOL
an excellent book if you are considering building a shed. While you may not choose to build one exactly as shown in this book ruclips.net/user/postUgkxT9ExVpR-3A-9rpRqx8vzXKZ3BMMTg_KH , the information found in here would be useful in any shed building project. The information is well presented, with color photos throughout. As was noted in a previous review, though some dimensions are given, the complete plans must be ordered elsewhere. I ordered the plans for the gambrel shed and did notice a few discrepancies between the book and plans however.
I grew up roofing with my old man. I had to clean up the shingles that got ripped off and when the bundles got delivered I had to carry them up. When the ground was clean and the bundles were all on the roof I was able to sit up and feed the shingles down so he could nail them in quick. It was hard and I never got paid much, but I learned how to work and how to be efficient. I'm thankful for those day, I'm also thankful that I dont have to do roofing anymore unless I want to haha.
Eric Champey
Whatever the trade may be, working with ones dad is always special. It may not be at the time, but that is true time spend well together and you will never forget for the rest of your life. My daughter did not want to be a dentist, so we never had that opportunity, but I would have loved to be able to show her all I learned over the years. And I think I could hear your appreciation between the lines! Thanks for sharing!
@@berndheiden7630 Dribble.
@Anthony 223 I STARTED IN 1995 AT 20 YEARS OLD AT $6 AN HOUR
NOW I HAVE 3 GUYS WORK FOR ME AND AVG ABOUT $1000/DAY IN MY POCKET.... STILL BREAKING MY ASS JUST LIKE I'M ANOTHER GUY ON THE CREW AT 45
@Anthony 223 yeah you arent kidding. I was a longshoreman for a few years after high school, the time I spent on roofs and in wrestling rooms set me up pretty well to work longs days in every condition there is. My dad still roofs and he's hands down the toughest dude I know
I gained a lot of respect for roofers in the last few years. In my country we don't use shingles so I never got to see them at work. I moved to a new subdivision in Central Texas and many houses were still to be built around our house. Watching these guys work from sun up till sundown, which was usually around 9 pm in the summer, was something else. The Texas sun is brutal, much more so than in my country in the Caribbean, and these guys worked non stop, as if they couldn't feel it or didn't care. The constant clack-clack of their nail guns reminding me all day of precisely how lucky I was to be inside enjoying the product of an AC unit that was pumping madly throughout the day.
Now the houses are finished and I neither see or hear roofers and their nail guns anymore. But I know they are out there, building someone else's house under the same Texas sun that beats down on their backs as mercilessly as it did the year before. Thank you guys!
I was a roofer for 30+ years. And I still enjoy watching a crew that knows there job. Thanks TAMKO, I’ve put down many, many TAMCO shingles. Great job, Thanks
Super job Nate! I don’t think anyone is producing higher quality building vids and certainly not on RUclips. You’ve got it down!
It’s always fun to watch a professional do what they’re professional at. They perform like a well oiled machine.
That is one cut-up roof and I’m glad they sent in the ‘A-team’ to do it. A lot of people complain about the design but the fact that the complexity of all those converging angles is exactly what gives the house it’s aesthetic appeal seems to go right over their heads. Yea, it’s complicated! That’s exactly what separates an interesting house from a boring one.
The wildlife that just seem to carelessly wander thru the neighborhood is fascinating to me.
🤜🤛
This man brings a true appreciation for his craft and other craftsman. You can’t beat some who is passionate and knowledgeable about there skill set. Such craftsmanship
there nail patter is im proper nail the wrong part of the starter and its onlt 1 min into the video
You could even say...essential.
i enjoy roofing. been roofing for 17 years now. still learning. got 140 years of experience, and will be 40 years old in March. clay roofing is my favorite. thanks for this video!
Watching this video on my TV after your podcast discussion recently. Sooo much better, better than anything on TV these days and a welcome break from some of the craziness out there. Keep up the good work.
I gotta get that hooked up. I’m still on an iPad with reading glasses 🤓🙄
AMEN! BROTHER, AMEN!
The people who do this for a living are incredible , I get scared just cleaning out my gutters. Back in the day when my Father did this as a laborer after WW2 , He had to climb up the ladder carrying shingles, tar paper , on his shoulders and supplies all day. No forklift or safety harness was used by anyone. Hammering one nail at a time- no Pneumatic nail guns. I cannot imagine how grueling it was. I'm sure you did not have easy either, not by a longshot. In fact , you remind me a lot of Him, He was a success and great man Even with all the equipment used nowadays, it's still one of the toughest jobs around. Please stay well and Thank you for all your great video's.
Thanks Tamko for sponsoring, and thanks to all the other sponsors from other videos. I'm absolutely loving this series. I knew the name of zero roofing product companies before, and now I know one, so your advertising buck was well spent!
Stone mason here
Great to see how. In UK we don't do shingles very often mainly tile or slate. A very good project to watch and a lot to learn from GOOD craftsmen.
I have been a roofer for over 25yrs. and 20 of those yrs I have been operating my own roofing company here in KS. Still to this day I enjoy getting up on the roof and puttin 'em down. Something satisfying about being able to drive by yrs. later and think "Man that is a good looking roof."
That roof design is one of the most complicated I've seen on an SF dwelling. It must have been a lot of fun framing. I would have loved the challenge. Good job brother for getting it framed and dried in.
I don't know about "most complicated". 20 years ago I did an architect's own house. I persuaded him to remove the roofer (massive fails at dry-in) from the project, and I took over. EPDM, corrugated galvanized, custom fabricated galvy standing seam, and twin-wall lexan over the porch. 40-some roof planes covering about 1400 square feet of total area. I did everything as a flash/ counterflash (soldered galvanized), so that we could do the sidewalls above parts of the roof, after dry-in and before the actual roof went on. No problems, no leaks. The drywall was actually hung and finished after the flashings and dry-in, and before the metal roofs were installed. It can be done, use care and have a very good plan.
Roofing is one of those jobs that, as I get older, I would be willing to pay almost anything to not do myself. For one thing, my balance isn't what it used to be. Also, the couple of trivial roofing repairs I did on my current house, I was in the shade during lovely spring mornings and I still sweated out a quart or more. These are the sort of people who keep the world turning, and the deserve a lot of respect (and get it, from me, at least).
I just emailed Tamko customer service thanking them for supporting you guys.
Thank you!!!!
Email address??
I m a flat roofer and do all roofs. Mostly flat industrial but now residential. Thanks for the respect. ✌
Personally I’ve never liked coming behind and installing vents and other penetration flashings after I’ve installed the roof. In my opinion it always takes more time and it feels like it’s harder. You end up having to pull up part of your work and redo it. I like it when I know everything that’s behind me is DONE. It also allows for you to make sure that nothing your installing is ever going to have a chance of a nail being to close to a butt in the shingles above or you having a nail that was driven having to be pulled so the vents or whatever can slide up in place. Then again I’m weird like that.
I know very little about laying shingles, however I just feel and agree that coming behind doesn't seem a good way to install vents for the reasons you say. It even looked kind of cluggy (my word) when they were doing it.
Simon Rinehart
I wondered about that. I wanted the roofer to install solar tubes but he said that I should have a specialist install them after they complete the roof. Two years later, no solar tubes because I don’t want someone cutting the shingles and cobbling up a repair. Yes, it can be done after the roof is installed but which way is better, during roofing or after?
You dont nail where the vents go so no need to pull driven nails.
@@dmrc43 - that's the point..... but if the shingler didnt know there was a vent going there, their nail placement COULD be in the way of then placing the vent.
Placement of the vent is determined from inside. First by the location of the bathroom fan / dryer / hood range being vented out. then from there by the rafter spacing in the area DIRECTLY above your vent for less turns = less obstructions in airflow.
@@justinstevenson2061 ah i gotcha, i was more so talking about the holes you KNOW are there, leaving the shingles loose and sliding in the vents and nailing.
I agree everything should be done before the roof installation, plumbing stacks/ bathroom vents etc. Doing it after the fact just adds to the chance of a leak.
Nice Job
Greets from a german roofer
5:09 I framed a roof for slate once and that was one impressive roof system. We had to hand frame the whole making our own rafters and even building a couple trusses on the ground. Everything was 12 on center. Crazy strong. Also it's an art to walk on a pitch like that and not mess up the paper.
We have done a few slate roofs. The framing has to be overkill just to carry the slate weight not too mention the snow loads.
I have been watching and enjoying your channel for several months. I am a farm boy from Saskatchewan who now lives in South Carolina and works with heavy equipment and I really wish my Dad was still alive because he would have also loved your channel... pretty close to 100% of the time when people ask me how did I learn how to do something my answer is "My Dad taught me"... To this day that answer is filled with a sense of pride and gratitude! A few days ago I was introduced to another RUclips channel and I immediately thought of the Essential Craftsman and I wanted to introduce you to his channel. The name of the channel is Harmless Farmer and the man's name is Andy Detwiler. Here is a bit of his story... When he was a small boy he lost both arms in a farming accident with a grain auger... and he has been farming ever since!!! I have watched him grease a tractor with his feet, hook up a PTO shaft on a tractor with his feet, drive his truck with his feet, unscrew a nut off a bolt with a wrench in each foot and flip the wrench over with one foot to get a better bite on the nut, carry a hay bail with his mouth, hook up a battery charger to a dead battery with his feet... I could go on and on... It is an amazing thing to watch a man, with every excuse in the world not to, just get up every day and go to work and get things done one way or another! One thing that has struck me is how remarkably patient Andy is with his life and the tasks he is involved in. I have yet to see him get frustrated, even the slightest, about anything!!! On a sad note, Andy was given the news this spring that he has cancer. My prayer is that the Lord will be with him and family as they walk this difficult journey together. My hope is that you will take a moment and check out his channel, YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! Thank you for all that you do and even more so, thank you for the "message" that comes through the words of the Essential Craftsman!!! God Bless!
Nice to see someone who appreciates the roofing trade. I have been roofing most of my life, it gets in your blood. Never seen those solar fan vents, nice and they look good.
As a 2nd generation roofing contractor, I have to admit I was looking pretty hard trying to find something to pick on. I can ALWAYS find something to pick on. Wow. not this time. That was a very tricky installation with about a thousand different ways it could have been botched. My favorite detail was where the step run meets the horizontal roof to wall flashing. That corner always gets goofed up. The way they ran the bottom step an inch or two past the corner is exactly how I do it. And they are even using the Max Super Roofer coil guns which happen to be the best shingle guns ever made!
Very well done gentlemen. Craftsmen roofers are a dying breed. It was a pleasure to see your work. Keep on ROOFIN"!!!!
SMH.... THE APRON FLASHING IS SUPPOSED TO RUN 4" PAST THE CORNER OF THE DORMER WITH A 45 DEGREE CUT. ONE SIDE OF THE CUT WRAPS AROUND AND GETS NAILED TO THE WALL (I USE A SPEED SQUARE TO HELP MAKE THIS BEND), THE OTHER SIDE FOLDS FLAT ONTO THE ROOF.
THEN, THE FIRST PIECE OF STEP FLASHING HANGS 4" LOW ON THE CORNER AND GETS CUT AND BENT AND FOLDED THE SAME WAY. AFTER IT IS DRY FIT, A NICE BEAD OF HIGH QUALITY CAULK GOES IN THE CORNER.
JESUS CHRIST YOU CLOWNS ARE AMATEURS
@@Dusk2007 For some perspective on this, you could check out my very long comment re: traditional flash-counterflash systems. I have ben practicing per my post for decades now. In my view any (single stage ) flashing ONLY method is a modern way of putting true cost off to the latter years (ie, being cheap and short-sighted). Everyone has their own standards of excellence, some more better informed than others.
@@Dusk2007
You're so right! What a FOOL I AM!
They're total hacks! My whole life has been a wasted lie!!!!
Yep a pro roofer is an extraordinary craftsman. This is especially true when the Architect is a Loon and designs impractical things like 3 roofs sort of joining in one area. It is kind of like when additions are tacked on by flyby night home improvement guys.You had a difficult time framing it and the roofer had a difficult time making sure it is watertight. I say it was an impractical design.
He's said in multiple previous videos that it was necessary given their site constraints and style/size of house desired. Scott knew what he was signing up for all the way.
I have to agree that this is the strangest coming together of roofs i have seen in a long time, very odd nooks and crannies that in my opinion were completely unnecessary, bazzare roof for sure
I like the house and plenty of weird roofline junctions have held watertight in plenty of places but yeah man do not get the 13.8 degree bent house situation.
No Architect, was done by a designer/draftsperson.
@@bearded4glory809 lets also remeber this roof is now a haven for any number of bees nests hornets nests , and many others , May be waterproof but its a home for plenty of critters ! Love the house but that roof is just weird
TAMCO. Thank you for supporting EC.
This channel is what the internet and monitor screens was made for. It's impossibly great work by many people.
I have a strong feeling that when time comes to sell it will be a bidding war to the highest bidder!
Good job boys lookin good!
what a great touch it was from TAMKO to donate the roof and labor.
We contract for the pipeline, I use some of your videos during our yearly training. For the past 3 years I’ve showed your skillsaw video. The beginner and advanced. A lot of trades that use power tools.
Way to go Tamko. I bet you guys are so relieved.
I too enjoy watching a roofing crew...
I means one thing...
It’s not me up there.
badlandskid I love hard work, I could watch it all day! I guess that’s why I’m a construction super...
it aint that bad. I do it everyday :)
@@jessejames1590 moving HEAVY materials up a sloped surface littered with ropes and airhoses is bad. I love my ground level. That is the ONE job that's really kicking my ass. Hardhat's off to you man. You roofers are as tough as nails.
@@jonathanfortin3329 Lol "hardhats off" I like that one.
I've had to solo two roofs. Never again. I'm watching these guys working in sneakers. My dogs would be SCREAMING. I did it for exactly one day. My arches were killing me and the tops of the toes on my sneakers were worn through.
Way To Go Wadsworth!!! (said with THE Most Respect!!!)
THANK YOU Scott! I've been laying in bed, unable to go to sleep for WEEKS wondering how that section above the garage wasn't going to collect rain water! (starts at the 20:49 mark in this video). The workmanship there is amazing. Thank You for giving special coverage on how you tackled that area!!! Who would not want to live here? Wild turkeys and deer in the yard... I'll Buy It!!!
Love waking up Saturday morning and watching your videos with a hot cup of coffee! Thanks
Same here. ☕️
I roof for a living. Nice to see these guys doing this right.
Noticed the boot change! Welcome to the Thorogoods boot club! I’m on my third pair and I found a cobbler in my town. He’s put on some new bottoms a few times for me being UPS driver I put on a few miles on these and never an issue!
Have any experience with safety toe Thorogoods? The wedge style to be specific.
peglegthered yes actually I used to do utility work for a municipality. I have the plain toe composite safety boots. They have more room in them so maybe order a half size down, I feel my foot slip around I those more. Other than that they just as comfortable. I also use those in the winter now while working for UPS because they are waterproof as well.
No doubting the talent of these guys, but the felt shingles are a substandard product. I do roofing in Scotland, if I slate a roof I expect it to last about 100 years. Renewed a roof recently the slate had been on the property for 145 years!!! Also lead or copper in the valleys, fitted correctly will last in excess of 60 years.
Enjoyed this series, one of the best things on RUclips
Replaced my roof in 2017, first time it was stripped off since being built in 1956 I'm sure. It had 3 layers of comp, first layer directly on shiplap, no tar paper/roofing felt. Hardest job was tearing all that off and hauling it away. I added overhangs on the Dutch gable ends(5 of them) with several intersecting roof lines and had to add a hip into a flat valley that apparently had been a leak problem for years( several repair attempts that still failed). It was a summer long project. Fun job at 57.
I commend you not only for taking it on, but for doing it right! Sometimes its and easy re & re......... other times your reframing to fix stupidity or just accommodate new knowledge into an older building.
Tamko really need lots of plaudits here . That is a lot of roof to cover and couldn't have been cheap . All kudos to them and the installation team
The correct quote is "water always flows downhill, except when it doesn't"
I echo the thanks to Scott and crew for sharing this project. I haven’t missed an episode. I tip my hat to the craftsmanship of everyone who has touched this project. I am also grateful to Tamko for sponsoring the roofing material. Valuable gesture that will surely pay dividends.
In my opinion, there are few things more pleasing to the homeowner and neighbors than a roofline that properly fits in to the neighborhood. It's a subtle thing, but very important. Looks good. 👍
Thanks TAMKO. Best shingle on the market. I was sold on this roof.
Two things: One. it has been many years since I roofed a house. I need a new roof on the home I just bought but I know now that roofing is a younger man's job. Two, I'm going to check out Tamko shingles for my roof. Thanks, Scott!
GAF IS WAY BETTER THAN TAMKO
GAF ULTRA IS THE WAY TO GO, ANOTHER 40 DOLLARS A SQUARE IN MATERIAL, LABOR SHOULD BE THE SAME UNLESS THE ROOFER IS A CRY BABY
@@Dusk2007 Your caps lock is on
Pretty much, no matter the job, it's a joy to watch someone good at what they do, do what they do.
Wow, thanks! Now I know what kind of caulking I’m going to use when I build my submarine! Let’s see, I’ve got my OSB, some decking screws, a gallon of exterior paint and now, all I need is some of that caulking. Hold my beer.
Thank you thank you thank you. Your amazing videos not only give me confidence in what I have to do but also some hope that with a little luck and skill I will be able to do what I have to do on the roof of my home. It's so much simpler than what you fellas had to tackle. Kudos to you. Your project is phenomenal and a thing of beauty.
Suffice it to say I'm not a roofer. I do mostly interior remodeling and finishing work. I don't even do a lot of framing. I've only ever been a roofing helper. My roofing skills are basic. I know I can't make any mistakes on the roof and that adds to the stress I'm facing up there.
My teacher and carpentry mentor over the last decade was a proper roofer. Alas, he passed away a few weeks ago. He left me in the middle of roofing our place. We both lived in and were remodeling an early 1900's general store in rural central Minnesota. This is where I cut my teeth on a lot of the trade skills I now posses. It's such a cool old place and I feel blessed to live here and work here too.
To prepare myself for finishing the roof alone I have been watching roofing videos off and on for two days. I must say Scott, yours is one of the finest and most enjoyable to watch. Thank you for everything you do.
I remember watching you build the retaining wall early on in the project. It's really amazing to see what you men have accomplished since then. Bravo and kudos, keep up the greart work. I owe you guys a beer when we all get to where we're going after this life. Until then, much love and respect from Minnesnowta.
Texas. Arkansas. Missouri. Kansas. Oklahoma. T.A.M.K.O. That’s where the name comes from.
Don’t think they have quite the market yet there in the northeast (probably why they showed up in a fedex truck.. never seen that before)
I’ve put on well over 25,000 squares of Tamko over the years. They’re good shingles. Won’t last anywhere near 50yrs (cause no asphalt shingle will, at least not in TX). It’s a little marketing gimmick that all the asphalt shingle manufacturers have to go with so their packaging doesn’t seam inferior. I’ve only really had a couple of problems with them over the years and their rep was quick to resolve our issues!
One question, the garage section with ridge vent, the attic there doesn’t connect with main attic does it? Cause if so, those solar fan vents could pull air “in” from those ridge vents.. not a good thing. Don’t wanna mix your exhaust vent types unless they’re completely separate spaces.
Love the channel Scott! Bought my first ever Anvil because of you!
Yep... completely separated
I'VE USED TAMKO, THEY SUCK
GAF IS WAY BETTER
So true about mental toughness, roofing demands respect. Your videos make me excited to get back to work one of these days. I'm grateful to have your content to keep me learning and thinking about things.
I prefer drip edge running up the rakes, as well as the eaves.
Where else would it go?
I think it is a code in many cities now.
Yup under the I&W on the eaves and over the synthetic underlayment on the rakes.
These guys are a step above hacks. They couldn’t have used a shittier ridge vent, there are videos available showing which vents work best
im on ep 78 of the spec house series and i have to say the way ye build houses is stunning over here in ireland its desperate those shingles beat slate in looks ive learned alot from this series and id recommend this and the binge watch challenge for young craftsmen
"He sent in his special forces team... they're both named Randy."
LOL.
Owen Wiseman You could say that his Special Forces team was rather Randy.
@Po Krasniqi I think not.
Spectacular roofing crew , nothing left and finished perfectly ,a pleasure to watch a top crew
As a painter any roofer that doesn't shoot nails through the soffet is a good boy in my books
Need those 1” nails
LOL painting is cute, lots of girls are good at it
@@lukemitchell6505 proper job management is key
THE STRESS ON THESE GUYS JOINTS IS TREMENDOUS - maybe you get used to it if you start young but i imagine it builds as the years pass - MUCH RESPECT
When I was a lad I did that for a couple years, that house would have been classified by our crew as a “cut up pig”. Lol. Beautiful house in a beautiful spot. Well done.
Ah Roofing. Did a lot of it during 40 years of construction. Learned from multiple subs. At my peak I could normally out roof most of them because I remembered the tricks from all of them. It was the one part of the job, foundation to roof, that I dreaded the most. Originally did not have the equipment to load the roof so had to do it by hand up the ladder. Also always bending over keeps your back limber. And the cost of the special roofing boots. Got to give it to those guys; they really earned their pay.
There really should be step flashing at that gable end. While it's 100% true gravity will bring water down the siding and onto the counterflashing, a wind-driven rain will easily find itself under that metal flashing.
Do they not have drip edge running up their rakes? Its kinda hard to tell
@@timbibin1301 Nope and no drip edge at eves also.
Talk about back breaking work. That is just brutal. I bet they were happy to have this one n there rearview mirror. They did a AWESOME job !Looks great!
With the powered attic fans pulling air, its imperative to have the air sealing in the ceiling plane done as well as you can. Or else, you will have a powered air leak that pulls conditioned air and makes the stack effect even stronger.
Nice one Tamko. Good looking product
something i dont think you mentioned was when the guy was fixing the shingles in the valley at the 2:20 mark was doing it was the best way because he was doing the off shoot of the main roof first, that way since the main roof is taking and flowing the most water placing the main roof first would add to the chance of water running up the whole of the lap of the shingles, its the same principle you mentioned about placing the lower shingles first
I got away from this style a long time ago, because of the issues posed. If we are doing shingles, and shingle valleys, we weave the two roofs, The lumpiness does not show much with laminated, and there is only a 1-course possibility of undershoot. And I just plain don't like the look of the (usually ragged) cut side of the valleys, done per this video.
@@leestevens446 I'D AGREE THATS A WAY TIGHTER WAY TO INSTALL A VALLEY.... JUST WAY MORE TIME CONSUMING. WHEN I CUT MY VALLEYS, THEY ALWAYS COME OUT STRAIGHT, EVEN IF I HAVE TO USE 2 HANDS ON MY HOOK BLADE
My legs n feet are aching by watching this video. Nice work.
I take it your not in hail country! I always get a kick out of the idea of a fifty year shingle, here in the hail zone of the Colorado front range, those fifty year shingles are lucky to make 20 years before being destroyed. My last Tamko roof only made it 12 years, it wasn't Tamko or the shingles fault, nothing stand's up to hail stones close to baseball size or bigger. In 2017 I saw several clay tile roofs beat to pieces laying on the ground around the perimeter of the house. Your lucky that you only have to worry about moss growing on the roof.
Do you see a lot of metal roofs around your area considering the hail? My thinking is that a metal roof would fare better, sure it would probably get dented by the hail but I doubt it would fail.
@@44R0Ndin There is some around, but pretty much in the more suburban/country type areas. The 50 year asphalt shingles do for the most part hold up to the hail, but still need to be replaced after a big hail storm, both zoning and insurance companies pretty much require it to be replaced. The metal roofs can get beat & punctured to the point they leak and look really bad.
Thank you Tamko! Thank you Essential Craftsman.
What magic blend of shingle do you have that it's going to be there in 50 years?
Just so you know, this video and others after it are not in the Spec House play list. I’ve been binge watching from the play list and your series is beyond fantastic. It reminds me of when I discovered “This Old House”, but they’ve got nothing on your series!
10:52 He couldn't hold himself back. Had to get up there :)
Yuppp
Hey, someone help that old man off the roof.
Every manjack on here knew it was gonna happen
He’s a hard dog to keep on the porch.
Composition roofing is my personal favorite... 50 years easy... that stuff my even be 60 year material... excellent choice
Per usual...I was thought by in my NW days a 5” layout cuttin board or template that leaves very little waist and it looks like these guys have that working for them... saves a hell of a lot of waste...nice cut on the barge... letting it run a little wild until you knew where exactly to cut it...yes.., pacific Northwast Roofer’s are a breed in themselves... really nice color choice... you probably guest by now... I’m with you guys..!!
11:29 these guys have to be like, "dude, you want to quit inspecting every detail?"
Hate that feeling lol
To whoever edits these videos, your audio for the commentary is absolutely amazing.
Nice looking roof.
Hate 6 inch pieces at vertical edges.
Beautiful roof, Thank you Tamko! I believe it's your son doing camera work, great job! And as always a wonderful job. Keep up the great work! Thank you.
He's got all the tools and materials but there is something vital missing in his workshop a scruffy lovely dog
Looks like they did a good job. One suggestion for future roof projects is to nail the starter shingles at the drip edge. Nailing at the top of the starter leaves the bottom course of shingles loose and susceptible to getting blown off.
Very nice job, I’m wondering why no ice shield anywhere though? I know it’s wet there, but does it never freeze?
Only short, mild cold snaps...
@@essentialcraftsman
So ice and water shield in the valleys isn't a code requirement for your area?
What about gutter apron and drip edge?
What decking thickness is required by code?
Thanks.
Essential Craftsman thank you, have been following your series, and really enjoying learning about regional differences in practices, and terminology; all in all a wonderful job.
Thank you tamco for helping everyone's favorite internet grandpa
There is one aspect of roofing I enjoy:
When it’s over.
Love your videos, sometimes after a shitty rainy day doing carpentry I forget why I even bother. But your videos is a good reminder that this is actually quite a beautiful job at the end of the day.
Great video, but "50 years" on an asphalt shingle? I'll take the under!
When you buy the shingles you also buy the guarantee that comes with them. If they fail, no problem. They get replaced per the guarantee. So it’s in the manufacturers best interest not to boast claims that they can’t back up.
If the company makes a product that (deliberately or not) doesn't last that long, they won't still be around in 50 years, and their guarantee will be worth nothing.
@@philipwebb960 Tamko has been around for 75 years so they’re not some fly-by-night outfit.
Name one thing in life with an absolute guarantee. There’s no such thing obviously. You make the best choices possible at the time and hope for the best.
@@psidvicious Coleman products. Coleman has service centers- outlet stores to handle all Coleman gas pressure appliances for over 100 years. You owe me lunch now.
Tamko shingles are trash. Spend all that money on a house and put cheap shingles on it
Always nice to have a guy boom the shingles up to ya. Much appreciated in this trade.
Is corrugated steel not used state side? It is almost the roof material of choice in Australian. Colourbond steel comes in countless colours and stands the test of time.
Maybe regionally somewhere. Here in the southwest, Arizona specifically, it's concrete tiles.
We have a fair amount of metal roofing in NE Arkansas. We cut down all our trees for farm land. Now the wind blows through it takes shingles with it. Metal is becoming more and more prevalent.
In the uk, house roofs are mainly slate tiles or a close substitute and metal sheets are for industrial use, factories farms shed etc
"Metal will deteriorate and these shingles will certainly last that long" I wasn't sure if that was a joke in his intro but it sounds like the shingle salesman really fooled him.
@Ken MacDonald What good does 50 years of experience do if you don't explore advanced building materials or step outside your comfort zone? Asphalt shingles have benefits over other systems, but longevity definitely isn't one.
Dear sir, I’ve been following you building this house ever since episode 1, I’m renovating my own house originally built in 1908 from bricks.
I built an addition on the roof out of wood similar to how you did it! In the netherlands (where I live) we tent to build everything out of bricks with concrete floors on every floor so unfortunately seeing someone frame a house will only happen on RUclips. I really enjoy seeing this building become a home. Keep up the good work
surprised you didnt use copper for flashing!
much more expensive than steel, doesn't conform to the colour of the shingles, and would leech green oxide everywhere which is pretty harmful to life.
@@gramursowanfaborden5820 most shingle companies put copper grit in the shingle to stop moss growth . It's a regional us thing
@@dirtyroofer3678 nothin wrong with a bit of moss boy.
Very kind Tamko to donate the shingles - way to go!
Too many roof lines for a simple person like me.
I have done some amateur roofing and can really appreciate what these guys accomplished. Beautiful work. The roofing installation accentuated the carpentry required to create all the different planes. Valleys have always perplexed me, even though I have never had one leak. I was really wanting to see the valley details you described early in the video, but evidently I missed the crux of the installation. Also, the camera angles near the end and closing remarks appear to allow water to seep under the flashing. I know this is not the case, and also know that camera angles on a steep roof are not easy. Maybe a graphic later on to show the valley details? Thanks for your videos.
4:00 is probably the worst place to be on a roof. Definitely don't envy that.
There's just something so utterly devestating when seeing so many protrusions punched through perfectly new sheathing and roofing. I understand it must be done and it's part of the process, but as a woodworker and builder it breaks my heart every time I see it. Great work as always.
For some reason I found "They're both named Randy" to be absolutely hilarious.
Roofer Randy action figures. But I can't remember which one is which.
Darrell and his other brother Darrell?
😂
I wonder if Stoner 1 and Stoner 2 will show up too?
We had two security guards, both named rocco
Shingles will be long deteriorated before the metal begins to rust. Architectural shingles only last 20-35 years, despite what manufacturers like to tell you.
These shingles last longer...
ruclips.net/video/t0g4Bv_I9oc/видео.html
It's in German, though, but should be interesting nonetheless for non-speaker...
They likely won’t get 50 years out of the shingles. I had to laugh when he said a metal valley would rust before the shingles needed replacing.
Agree. I've used heavier-gauge aluminum valley/ step flashing. That will probably last the lifetime of multiple asphalt roofs, barring no conditions where galvanic action or some other abnormal condition eats it away. The shingle life, agree... complete joke. It's what happens when marketing guys do their job.
I have a concrete tile roof. House is 17 years old. Only thing on my roof to have failed so far is the metal valley on the southwest side of the house. Maybe it was installed by dolts, I have no idea.
I have enjoyed this series so much, can’t help but get lost in the work of outstanding craftsmanship
The more I see the roof, the less I like the idea of having to maintain it. But I'm sure it will be perfect for someone.
It's the ugliest, most convoluted roof design I have ever seen. The guys are doing a great job but the whole roof still looks ugly as sin
Hi Scott and Nate, I'm really loving the content you guys are putting out. I live in Ireland, I'm a mechanic by trade and I'm currently building a house. I find it so interesting how building methods in the U.S. and in other parts of the world differ so much. For example, here in Ireland we have quite a wet climate and most houses are built using concrete blocks, typically it consists of inner and outer leaves with an insulation cavity between the two concrete block leaves which is partially or fully filled with insulation depending on the detail. Timber frame and ICF are becoming more popular but concrete block is still by far the most common. Also, you'd never see felt or asphalt shingles on a roof. Here we most often use natural slate, fibre cement tiles or concrete tiles. Metal roofing is becoming more popular but still quite rare to see. For the valleys we use lead, leadex, or metal but lead is the most common. I'm interested to know why I never see houses in the U.S. being built with concrete block, slate roofs, etc. Perhaps like most things it comes down to cost. To give you an idea of cost over here, it's costs roughly $150 per sqft to build a house. I'd love if you guys could address this is one of your Q&A's or podcasts. Best wishes from the Emerald Isle and Keep Up The Good Work 😉
It depends where you are in the U.S. as weather, temperature and building codes can change drastically. Down where I live in florida most houses are constructed from block, at least the bottom story. The interiors are usually wood framed. In other parts of the country, particularly the western united states, wood is a much more common building material.
That roof looks like a prime hunting spot! get rid of your treestand
Just finished the shingles on our room addition project. Had an open gable that, at the other end, became a Dutch gable. Lots of fun in 109 degree Arizona sun!
I have been roofing for 35 yrs, not as impressed as everyone else
I like watching anyone who is good at what they do and I always hope to learn something new along the way.
Man all I could see at the end of this video, was dinner walking away up the hill. Beautiful Buck. Love this entire video series. And Thank You to Tamco for donating the shingles to this spec house.
It's so satisfying to watch professionals that are skilled at work.