Providence Home Gets a Full Roof Replacement After 50 Years

This Providence home had been carrying a serious load - literally. Underneath the original clay tile sat a layer of wood shake, meaning the structure had been holding up two full roofing systems for decades. That kind of weight adds up over time, and so does the wear. When we pulled those tiles back, we could see exactly what years of debris buildup and aging materials look like underneath - packed leaves, deteriorating wood, and a substrate that had simply run its course.

Before any new material goes on, the teardown has to be done right. We stripped both layers completely - the clay tile and the wood shake beneath it - down to a clean, solid base. No shortcuts, no layering new material over old problems. That's how you set a roof up to actually perform for the long haul.

Once the deck was ready, we installed a full CertainTeed asphalt shingle system. CertainTeed is one of the most trusted names in the roofing industry, and for good reason - their shingles are built for real-world conditions. The finished roof has a clean, consistent appearance across the entire surface, and the color profile works naturally with the home's exterior.

What this homeowner ended up with is a roof that's dramatically lighter, properly sealed, and built with modern materials that actually meet today's performance standards. No more patching. No more hoping the old tile holds through another season. Just a dependable asphalt shingle roof that's ready to go the distance.

If your home is sitting under a roof that's pushing 30, 40, or 50 years old - especially one with clay tile or wood shake - it's worth having someone take a look. Older roofing systems like these often have more going on underneath than what's visible from the ground. Our repair and replacement services are built around getting it done properly from the start.