The manual is intended to provide good practices relating to asphalt shingles, roll roofing and selfadhering roll roofing used in residential roofing applications. The slope of the roof is measured by the vertical rise of the roof to the horizontal run and is expressed as a fraction. Further technical information can be found in armas additional publications, such as the residential asphalt roofing manual, which can be purchased through armas online bookstore. Use only zinccoated steel or aluminum, 10 12 gauge, barbed, deformed, or smooth shank roofing nails with heads 38 10 mm to 716 12 mm in diameter. If your roof s width is not an even multiple of the shingles length, you will have a partial piece on one end of each row. Employers need to plan ahead to get the job done safely employers need to develop a plan and ensure the proper equipment, material and appropriately trained workers are available. The application of selfadhered lowslope roof systems is also easier to master than traditional bituminous application methods. Arma the asphalt roofing manufacturers association. Protection in order to maintain a class a fire rating for gaf asphalt shingles. This manual cannot address or anticipate every feature of a particular roofing system or the incorporation of alternate or new products, roof decks or building designs. Residential asphalt roofing manual design and application.
Timberline application instructions pdf 2007 gafelk corporation, technical. Table of contents table of contents page page xxvi. Giving both consumers and roofing professionals a quickhitting overview, these pieces are meant to educate the public about everything that involves asphalt roofing systems, from shingles to membranes. General roofing specification guidecheck all below that are applicable manuf. Atcheson, daniel, roofing construction and estimating 1995 part iii sample test. Please refer to wheeling corrugating company wcc warranties for specific details concerning warranty coverages, limitations, and obligations of the wcc manufactured products discussed in this guide.
Commercial roofing fundamentals may 2, 2012 presented by. Jan 01, 1984 asphalt roofing residential manual asphalt roofing manufacturers association, michael bryson, jody caldwell, sid dinwiddie, lou hahn, darrel higgs, andy lodge, grant mitchell, matt munro, david ploense, mel sancrant, r. Asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma, asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma residential asphalt roofing manual calverton, md. But because manufacturers instructions may vary from armas guidelines, it is important for roofing professionals to compare arma. The conservation technology epdm roofing system offers any homeowner, builder, or roofer the means to reliably and permanently waterproof lowslope roofs, rooftop decks, and green roofs. Asphalt roofing manufacturers association, 1997 pp. The built up roof bur constructed of 3 to 5 layers of bitumen impregnated felts, layered on the roof deck with heated asphalt may be located either over or under the rigid insulation top layer of gravel ballast to protect asphaltic materials or insulation from uv rays, and to weight roofing materials against. Residential asphalt roofing manual design and application methods asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma on. Use of treated wood in roof assemblies, february 2005 special report. Wood and asphalt shingles are appropriate replacement materials for most roofs. Fast facts are downloadable pdfs that provide poignant insight on issues, topics and trends affecting the asphalt roofing industry. Ice dam protection eave and rake edge waterproof flashings must be installed per local building codes and where there is a. Technical bulletins and special reports archive nrca.
Manual sealing requirements for asphalt shingle roofs. Asphalt availability, february 2003 special report. Install the roll roofing over the flashing at the back and sides and install the roll roofing under the flashing at the front. Roof covering products other than asphalt shingle roof covering products other than asphalt shingles, shall be. The builtup roofing committee of the asphalt roofing manufacturers association congratulates nrca for the preparation and publication of this handbook of accepted roofing knowledge. A ample amount of ventilation at least code required minimum ventilation b. Wind can often cause as much damage as water, cold temperatures and sun. Roll roofing has a life expectancy of three to five years, at best. Asphalt shingle roof installation procedures best practices. Asphalt roofing solutions 101 asphalt is one of the oldest roofing technologies still in use today and it is a reliable solution for both residential and commercial roofing needs. Repair manual for lowslope membrane roof systems 1997 7. Know the pitch of the roof and follow the appropriate standard. If you have any questions about how to best maintain your new roof, please contact us at.
Adapted with permission from best practices guide to residential construction. Fire testing of membrane roof systems, january 2006 special report. Residential asphalt roofing manual, asphalt roofing manufacturers. Two fullsize units for each asphalt shingle indicated and for each. The scope will encompass, but not be limited to, the removal and replacement of the damaged roofing material, substrate, facia, gutters etc. This article discusses best roofing practices for the installation of asphalt roof shingles, including installation temperature, shingle sealing methods, shingle course offsets, asphalt shingle nailing location and specifications, low slope and steep slope limits for asphalt shingles, and roof flashing at building eaves and around skylights. This manual was prepared by the asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma to serve as a general guide for the design and application of residential. Dennis wilson, csi, ccpr ccapfirestone, austin, tx 5122823611 4 two basic types of roofing low slope roofing sometimes called flat roofing, have to be designed to move the water off single ply membranes and bitumen based general observation epdm hvac gutter slope. Fasten the length of the end lap with nails 4 on center. Download manual pdf iko blueprint for roofing introduction. International residential code irc 2006 section r905.
The article includes detailed photos, drawings and clearly written instructions. Mineral guard residential roll roofing installation. It was also useful as a separation sheet between the roof sheathing boards before osb and plywood sheets were used as roof decking and the asphalt shin gles. Apply layer of felt underlayment horizontally over the entire surface to receive asphalt shingles, lapping succeeding courses a minimum of 2. Consult the residential asphalt roofing manual published by the asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma for details concerning specific. Call 1800 roof 411 18007663411 black yellow magenta cyan. Design guide for building owners, and the residential asphalt roofing manual. Asphalt roofing residential manual asphalt roofing manufacturers association, michael bryson, jody caldwell, sid dinwiddie, lou hahn, darrel higgs, andy. Certainteed shingle applicators manual shingle underlayments. A proper roof ventilation system is important to the longevity of the roof structure as well as the asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles shall be used only on roof slopes of 2 units vertical in 12. This residential roofing guide is designed to be utilized as a guide when installing and caring for residential roofing systems.
Ice dam protection eave flashings must be installed where. The following technical bulletins apply to the fourth edition of the manual. Asphalt shingle roof installation procedures best practices guide. This guide is meant only to assist in providing minimum standards for acquiring prices for reserve request contracts, it is not meant to be all inclusive and rd shall accept no. But if you need to find answers to all things roofing, you need to have access to ikos online resources. By order of the executive director office of the federal register washington, d. The asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma is a trade association representing north americas asphalt roofing manufacturing companies and their raw material suppliers. Ikos document library offers a comprehensive collection of reference materials, downloads and links to help you build a stronger residential roofing knowhow. Topsail residence is a private property in ponte vedra beach, florida.
This will help determine how the shingles will lay on the roof width. Roofing solutions reference manual for property managers. This was important because resin pockets in the pine planks caused the asphalt to degrade prematurely unless the underlayment. Asphalt roofing manufacturers association manual squarespace. In most cases we custom fabricate a single sheet the size of each roof, eliminating the risks associated with field seaming. General roofing specification guidecheck all below that are. The three abcs of a well performing roof system are figure 1.
A specialty roofing material, such as tile or slate, should be replaced. This manual outlines the proper components of an asphalt roofing system, including how ventilation, underlayment and shingles work together to create a complete roofing system. General roofing specification guidecheck all below that. These instructions are for the application of atlas asphalt shingles to nominal. Residential asphalt roofing manual design and application methods. Epas leadbased paint prerenovation education rule, june 2003 special report. Asphalt shingles shall only be used on roof slopes of two units vertical in 12 units horizontal 2. This product is an asphalt based strip of roofing material.
The residential steepslope roofing materials guide provided information about asphalt shingle, clay and concrete tile, wood shake and shingle, fibercement and synthetic shingle, slate, architectural metal panel and. Tech today armas new manual national roofing contractors. Iko blueprint for roofing shingle application guide. Asphalt roofing manufacturers association 1156 15th street,nw suite 900 washington,dc 2005 2022070917 asphalt roofing manufacturers association technical questions about roofing. National roofing contractors association roofing manual. Roofing installation guide owens corning proconnect.
The color of the repaired roof section should also be similar to the historic roof material. Asphalt roofing manual, which was updated earlier this year, allows. Use minimum 38 10 mm plywood or osb decking as recommended by. Never use an alignment system where shingle joints are closer than 4 in.
Selfadhered roofing offers the timetested protection of modified bitumen roof systems for a fraction of the labor with no fumes, flame, asphalt kettle or occupant disturbance. Gaf modified bitumen sbs modbit sbs roofing systems. All flashings should be sealed with asphalt plastic cement. Approved installers agree to follow the guidelines in this manual, or local code regulations, if stricter than the guidelines contained in this manual. A applicability of the asbestos neshaptoasbestos roofing. Material guide and the steepslope roofing manual, both produced by and available. Icc digital codes is the largest provider of model codes, custom codes and standards used worldwide to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures. Shingle dimensions and weight per square based on survey of product information available in icc reports on laminated asphalt. Learn about the variety of installation methods and roofing system options including bur builtup roof, sbs, and app.
Metal roofing installation guide mightyrib pbr rpanel regardless of whether your roofing project is a new installation or a re roof, and whether your building is residential, commercial or agricultural, our metal roofing panels and paint systems have been created to exceed your requirements and expectations. The asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma has. Manville and beazer agree to class action settlement of phenolic foam claims with building owners, october 2002. For further information concerning the installation of this product, consult the residential roofing manual published by the asphalt roofing manufacturers association. Prolam architectural shingles installation instructions buildsite. Step one in any roofing project is always safety first. The nrca estimates that about 70,000 roof removal jobs are done annually excluding fourunit or less residential structures. The replacement of asphalt shingle roof and gutters systems at various city of richardson facilities. Strip shingles are also manufactured without cutouts to produce a much different appearance. How to install asphalt shingles roof shingles installation.
National roofing contractors association 8600 bryn mawr avenue chicago, illinois 60631 3126930700 january 1983 revised januaty 1985. Asphalt shingles shall be installed according to section r905. Fasten asphalt shingles to roof sheathing with nails. Bulletin, retention of elastoplastic roofing products, august 1982 bulletin 14, armanrcarictimaspri position on rusting and corrosion of fasteners in roofing assemblies, february 1986 bulletin 1591, corrosion protection or new steel roof decks, may 1991. Asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma residential asphalt. Consult the residential asphalt roofing manual published by the asphalt roofing manufacturers association arma for details concerning specific methods and types of flashing installation. Mar 01, 2021 measure the length of a shingle as it lies across the roof. Asphalt roofing residential manual design and application methods. Consultation with the inspector prior to re roofing is suggested if any questions exist regarding felt application. Membrane roof system green roof systems manual 10255 w. Installation ebook for asphalt shingles 20180409 building. A ample amount of ventilation at least code required minimum ventilation b balance ventilation between intake and exhaust.
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