Old roof removal
Old metal panels, trim and fasteners are removed so the structure can be inspected.
Metal Roofing
Metal Roof Replacement Hillside, NJ
A Hillside roofer can tear off an old metal roof, re-cover it with new metal or replace a shingle roof with metal, so the new roof is set up for decades. Call (908) 562-6893 to reach a local roofer.
A metal roof needs replacing when the metal itself is failing, not just the screws. Widespread rust holes, a worn-out finish and hundreds of stripped fastener holes mean the metal has done its job. Older galvanized roofs with little coating left are the common candidates.
There are a few ways to replace a metal roof, and the right one depends on what is underneath. A full tear-off removes the old panels and trim so the purlins or deck can be inspected and repaired, then new metal goes on. Retrofit re-covers add a new metal roof over the old one, attached through to the structure.
Plenty of homeowners replace an old shingle roof with metal rather than more shingles. The shingles can come off or, if local code permits and the deck is sound, the metal can go over them. Before calling, note the roof age, the type of panels or shingles on it and where it leaks.
Many metal roof replacement calls in Hillside also turn up a need for metal roof installation or metal roof repair.
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Call nowThe process
What happens during a metal reroof
The order of work depends on tear-off or re-cover, but the basics are the same.
Check the framing
The roofer counts rust-through spots, checks the finish and inspects the purlins or decking from inside the attic or building. The findings shape the replacement plan.
Pick the system
The new system is selected, whether exposed fastener or standing seam, and the method of replacement is settled. Moving from purlins to standing seam often calls for a full deck.
Strip the panels
The crew unscrews and lifts off the old metal, stacking it for recycling. Sections are opened only when they can be dried in that day.
Repair the framing
Rotten purlins are replaced, loose ones refastened and soft decking cut out and renewed. Sound framing is what keeps the new roof fastened.
Install the new metal
High-temperature underlayment, new trim, panels, closures and flashing go on in order from the eaves up. Gutters may be reset to match the new eave line.
What is included
What metal roof replacement includes
Metal panels
New panels in the chosen profile, gauge and finish go on over new underlayment.
Deck repair
Rotten purlins and soft decking are replaced before any new metal is installed.
Retrofit framing
Where suitable, new metal goes over the old roof on sub-framing with fasteners driven into the structure below.
New trim
All new eave, rake, ridge and wall trim in the same finish as the panels.
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Metal Roof Panel Replacement Hillside, NJ
When only a few panels are rusted through or torn, metal roof panel replacement can keep the rest of the roof in service. A new panel has to match the rib profile and lap direction so it seals against the panels around it. Concealed fastener panels take more time to replace because of the seams.
For a Hillside building with one or two bad panels, panel replacement is often the sensible step. The new panels may look brighter until they weather. Once a large share of panels need work, replacement becomes the better plan.
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Metal Roof Over Shingles Hillside, NJ
Putting a metal roof over shingles means installing new metal on top of one existing layer of asphalt shingles instead of tearing them off. Battens or a new underlayment layer go over the shingles, then the metal is fastened into the decking below.
What you give up is a look at the deck. For Hillside homes, the attic check is critical, since rotted decking will not hold fasteners. Any sign of rot, or a second layer of shingles, tips the decision to tear-off.
Local help
Metal Roof Replacement Near Me
In Hillside, many metal replacements are older galvanized roofs that have finally rusted through. Older outbuildings in Hillside and nearby towns like Union, Elizabeth, Roselle Park and Vauxhall often have thin exposed fastener panels from decades ago, while homes are more often switching from worn shingles to metal, which is why the condition of the purlins and deck drives the plan.
For metal roof replacement in Hillside, NJ or nearby towns like Union, Elizabeth, Roselle Park and Vauxhall, call (908) 562-6893 to reach a roofer who covers your street.
Roofs in this climate
Cold winters bring snow, ice and a long stretch of freezing nights. Heat escaping from the attic melts snow on the upper roof, and the water refreezes at the colder eaves, which is how ice dams form and back water up under the shingles. Coastal storms and heavy spring rain drive water sideways into flashing, valleys and old chimneys. That is why roof repair in Hillside is busiest after a hard winter and before the next one.
Why call
Why fix it now
Smaller repairs
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Roofers who know Hillside
Local roofers see the same roofs and storm damage across Hillside and nearby towns.
Know what happens next
Ask the roofer about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Metal Roof Replacement FAQ
When does a metal roof need replacing instead of repair?
The tipping point comes when rust or wear is spread across the roof, not just in a few spots. If panels are perforated, the coating is gone and the fasteners no longer hold, patches will not keep up. Call (908) 562-6893 to have a roofer check the roof and the structure.
Can I replace just one damaged metal panel?
Single panel replacement is common on exposed fastener roofs. A new panel of matching profile and gauge goes in with fresh sealant and screws. Concealed fastener panels are possible but slower to replace.
Can a new metal roof go over the old metal roof?
A retrofit, or re-cover, installs new metal over the existing panels using a sub-framing system. It is common on larger buildings where tearing off would disrupt use. The structure has to be checked first, since the old roof stays in place and adds weight.
Is old metal roofing recycled?
Metal roofing is one of the most recyclable building materials. Unlike shingles, which usually go to a landfill, metal is sorted and sent for recycling. Confirm how disposal is handled when you schedule.
Can a metal roof be installed over shingles?
Where code permits, metal can go over a single layer of shingles. It works best when the deck is sound and the shingles lie flat. Two layers or any rot means the shingles should come off.
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