Project Description
A1 Roofing’s KangaRoof carried out a residential roof replacement in Elkridge, MD, with work extending beneath the shingles to the wood decking below. The project included removing the existing roofing, replacing sections of roof sheathing, installing underlayment, and progressing to asphalt shingle installation.
The two-story home features a main pitched roof, a small front-facing gable, and a chimney near one end of the roofline. The roofing work followed the transitions around the front gable and existing roof penetrations as the crew renewed the roof assembly.
Project Overview
| Location | Elkridge, Maryland |
|---|---|
| Service | Residential roof replacement |
| Property | Two-story home with a pitched roof, front gable, and chimney |
| Decking work | Removal and replacement of sections of wood roof sheathing |
| Roofing materials | Wood sheathing, roofing underlayment, and asphalt shingles |
| Documented stages | Roof tear-off, exposed framing, decking replacement, underlayment, and the start of shingle installation |
Opening the Roof and Exposing the Decking
The crew removed the existing roof covering to access the wood sheathing. During this stage, substantial sections of decking were also removed, exposing the roof framing and portions of the attic beneath the front and rear slopes.
Shingles form the visible outer layer, but the decking provides the surface that supports the roofing materials and receives their fasteners. Work at this level needs to happen before the new roof covering goes on.
For homeowners considering roof replacement in Elkridge, this project provides a clear example of how the scope can include both the roofing surface and the underlying deck.
Replacing Sections of Roof Sheathing
With sections of the roof opened, the team installed new wood sheathing panels over the exposed framing. The progress photos show this work across areas of both the front and rear roof slopes.
The new panels restored the deck surface in those areas, preparing it for the layers above. Around the front gable, the decking work followed the intersecting roof shape while retaining the home’s existing roofline.
Documenting this stage helps homeowners see an important part of the replacement that becomes concealed once underlayment and shingles are installed.
Preparing the Roof with Underlayment
The crew then covered the prepared decking with roofing underlayment. The photos show this layer extending across the main slopes and around the front gable, with shingle bundles positioned for the next stage of installation.
Underlayment provides a secondary water-shedding layer beneath asphalt shingles. Its role complements the roof covering, making preparation beneath the shingles an essential part of the overall assembly.
Moving into Asphalt Shingle Installation
With the underlayment in place, the crew began installing the shingle roofing from the lower roof edge. The photographs capture the transition from exposed decking to a covered roof surface ready for shingle installation.
Our asphalt shingle roofing services address both the visible roof covering and the supporting layers involved in replacement. On this Elkridge project, the documented work included decking replacement and underlayment installation before the shingles were applied.
Protecting Areas Around the Home
The work area included established landscaping at the front and a raised deck at the rear. Tarps were placed over portions of the planting beds, ground, and rear outdoor area during the roofing work.
These photos also document the practical side of a residential replacement: providing roof access, moving materials, and working around the home’s existing outdoor features.
Planning Your Roof Replacement in Elkridge
This project shows how a roof replacement progresses through several distinct stages, from opening the existing roof and replacing decking to installing underlayment and shingles.
If you are considering a roof replacement in Elkridge, MD, A1 Roofing’s KangaRoof can help you understand your roof’s condition and compare the available options. Request a roofing estimate or call (410) 799-1600 to discuss your project.
