| Author | Message | ||
     Alex P |
I have a house built in 1947 with an asbestos tile roof in the New Orleans area that leaks during really bad weather, and really looks worn. I have seen leaks in more than one spot inside my attics. I have been unable to find any contractors willing to repair it, and pretty much resigned to have it replaced. Here's my problem: The contractor says the decking behind it is 1x with 1/8"-1/2" gaps, so in order to use regular shingles, redecking is needed. Are there any other type of shingles / slates that will be able to make use of the existing decking? Redecking adds so much to cost of installing regular shingles, that I would rather spend the money in better roofing material. Thanks! | ||
| admin |
1/8" to 1/2" gaps in the roof decking are *not* a problem for slate roofs. |
