Like many other essential pieces of the roofing system, underlayment is not one that is easily seen, but is still crucial for your roof to properly function. Underlayment is installed to protect your home from the elements as it provides a water resistant layer to your roofing system. It is frequently called roofing tar paper or roll roofing too.
There are two types of underlayment that are popular amongst homeowners, traditional felt or synthetic.
Both come with their own advantages, however, Craven Construction has discovered that synthetic underlayment has far greater advantages over traditional underelayment. For this reason, we solely use synthetic underlayment for all of our new roof installations. Keep reading to learn more about the advantages and why we love synthetic underlayment!
What is Synthetic Roofing Underlayment?
A newer innovation that is created by weaving polypropylene or polyethylene and a polymer to form a protective roofing material. Synthetic underlayment has increased in popularity over recent years because the cost has been significantly reduced and the technology has improved. However, cost is not the only advantage of choosing synthetic over traditional roof underlayment.
5 Advantages of Synthetic Roofing Underlayment
1. High Temperature Tolerance
If you live in an area that sees seasons with extreme heat and sunshine, you might consider using a synthetic underlayment for your new roof. Outside temperatures take a toll on your roofing system and with a higher temperature tolerance, synthetic roofing underlayment can add an extra layer of protection. Additionally, synthetic roofing underlayment can be exposed for up to six months because of its high UV ray tolerance. Traditional underlayment needs to be covered as quickly as possible.
2. Less Heat Retention
During the summer months when the sun is at its highest and you need to do everything possible to keep your home cool, synthetic underlayment can help. Designed in a lighter gray color, this underlayment will retain much less heat than traditional underlayment. Areas that see several days of sunshine throughout the year will see more of a change. This is also a huge advantage for installers because it is easier to handle the materials.
3. Increased Tear Resistance
Utilizing synthetic underlayment comes with an increased tear resistance over other materials that is useful not only during installation, but also throughout the life of the roof. Installation of a roof comes with risk and a lot can happen to cause the underlayment to become damaged. The chance of that happening with a synthetic underlayment is much less, if not completely eliminated. After the roof installation is complete, you can trust your underlayment to add more protection to your home as it will not rip, exposing your roof deck.
4. Securely Attached
Synthetic underlayment manufactures require roofers to attach it to the roof deck with capped nails. Traditional underlayment utilizes staples which can easily be torn from the deck with a swift gust of wind. During installation when the underlayment may be exposed for extended periods of time, this becomes an even more important advantage. When tiles or shingles go missing, synthetic underlayment will have a greater probability of staying in place and you won’t be chasing it through your neighbors yard.
5. Environmentally Friendly
Synthetic materials are more environmentally friendly than traditional roofing felts. Their composition and expected lifespan allows them to not be replaced as often. If you are looking to leave a smaller carbon footprint, choose a synthetic underlayment for your new roof. Not only will they protect your home against intense weather conditions, they are much more green than traditional materials.
Synthetic Offers Exclusive Advantages
Even though the underlayment is not seen, it is still an especially important piece of the roofing system. Choosing a synthetic material of a more traditional one comes with more advantages than those of a traditional felt. If you are unsure of which you should use, contact your local roofer and discuss what is best for your home and environment.
If you are located in the East Valley and curious about synthetic roofing underlayment, contact Craven Construction today. Our team can help you further understand how your home can benefit from using it while installing a new roof on your Arizona home. Call our office to schedule your FREE estimate today and know your home is in good hands!
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Our team of experienced roofers is licensed and knowledgeable in working with all types of roofing. We offer high quality roofing services and are capable of getting your project completed in a timely, efficient manner.