Roof Replacement in Emigration Canyon, Utah

Many roofs in Emigration Canyon need replacement because the shingles have worn out. As asphalt shingles age, they become harder and less flexible. The adhesive strip that helps hold each shingle down can also weaken. Once those changes become widespread, small repairs may stop lasting. An inspection can identify that deterioration before it leads to a leak inside the home.

Median year built from the US Census American Community Survey; elevation from USGS.

An Emigration Canyon roof needs replacing once repairs stop holding. Homes here were largely built in the 1990s, so most Emigration Canyon roofs are already on a second set of shingles. The condition of those shingles, not the age of the house, determines whether you need a replacement. Two signs matter more than any others. The first sign is brittleness. A healthy asphalt shingle flexes when we lift the edge. A shingle that has dried out snaps instead, and a snapped shingle cannot be resealed or repaired. The second sign is frequency. If you have paid for three separate repairs in about three years, you are buying a replacement in installments, at a higher total cost than one replacement would have been.

A complete roof replacement in Emigration Canyon starts by removing the existing roofing down to the wooden surface that supports the shingles. We inspect that wood and replace any areas that are soft, rotted, or otherwise damaged. Next, we install underlayment, which is a water-resistant layer between the wood and the shingles. We add a waterproof ice-and-water membrane along vulnerable areas such as the lower roof edges and valleys. We also install new metal flashing around chimneys, walls, and vents to help keep water out at those joints. After checking the ventilation, we install the new shingles. We inspect each layer before covering it with the next one.

Every roof is different. These are some of the roofing details that are especially important for homes in Emigration Canyon:

• Wind protection: We choose shingles with a wind rating that matches the property's exposure. Homes on open or exposed lots may need stronger wind resistance than sheltered homes.
• Freeze-thaw protection: We install a waterproof membrane along the lower roof edges. During winter, snow can melt when temperatures rise and freeze again when temperatures fall. Water can back up under the shingles in these areas, and the membrane provides an extra layer of protection.
• New edge metal: We install new metal around the roof perimeter so water drains into the gutters instead of running back toward the wood underneath the shingles.
• Full tear-off: We remove all existing roofing layers instead of installing new shingles over the old roof. This lets us inspect the wood underneath and repair hidden damage before installing the new roofing system.
• Ventilation corrected: We inspect the attic ventilation while the roof is open. Proper ventilation lets hot, moist air escape from the attic and can help reduce heat and moisture that would otherwise shorten the life of the roofing materials.
• All-new flashing: We install new metal flashing around chimneys, walls, and vents. These joints are common places for leaks, so reusing old flashing can create a weak point in an otherwise new roof.

After the work is complete, we register the manufacturer's materials warranty in your name. Courtland Roofing also provides a 5-year workmanship warranty for the installation.

For the full picture of the service, see Roof Replacement.

A roof replacement in Emigration Canyon follows a clear sequence. We inspect the roof and provide the written scope before work begins. During the job, we protect the property, remove the old roofing, inspect the wood underneath, and install the new roofing system. Weather can affect the schedule because asphalt shingles need suitable temperature and dry conditions to seal correctly. After installation, we clean the property, review the work, and complete the warranty paperwork.

1. Inspect the roof and provide a written quoteWe inspect the roof, photograph its condition, and measure the work before providing a written price. If the roof does not need replacement, we tell you that.
2. Protect the property before work beginsWe cover landscaping, driveways, and other areas below the roof before removing shingles. Protecting these areas first reduces damage and cleanup.
3. Follow the written scope of workWe install the materials and components listed in the quote. If we discover a reason to change the scope, we explain the change and price it with you before doing the additional work.
4. Clean the property and register the warrantiesWe clear the gutters, sweep the property for roofing nails, and register the manufacturer's materials warranty. Courtland Roofing's 5-year workmanship warranty begins when the job is complete.

Courtland Roofing provides roof replacement services in Emigration Canyon. Coury Lloyd runs the family-owned company. Courtland Roofing is licensed and insured, and is certified to install roofing from GAF, CertainTeed, and Owens Corning. Courtland Roofing uses its own crews rather than handing the installation to outside subcontractors.

Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.

Courtland Roofing has replaced roofs in every part of Emigration Canyon, Utah (84108), including the streets around Emigration Canyon itself. We give homeowners across the rest of Salt Lake County the same service, including in Copperton, Brighton and Alta.

If you do not see your ZIP code listed, call or text us. We can confirm whether we provide roof replacement at your address in Emigration Canyon.