Cumberland, RI Residential Roof Replacement — CertainTeed Landmark Weathered Wood

Like most Pinnacle roofing projects, the work was completed efficiently — minimizing disruption for the property owner.

Pinnacle makes every project affordable with monthly financing options, including 0% interest for 18 months.

A homeowner on Little Pond County Road in Cumberland was ready to retire an aging roof and start fresh, and they wanted it done right — full tear-off, no shortcuts. Pinnacle Roofing & Skylights delivered a complete replacement finished in CertainTeed Landmark shingles in Weathered Wood.

Scope of Work

We took this roof down to the deck rather than layering over the old shingles, which is the only way to inspect the sheathing and build a system that lasts. The crew stripped every plane, replaced any decking that had softened, and cleaned the surface before installing a full underlayment and flashing package. Then came the new shingles, ridge cap, and a thorough ground cleanup, including a magnetic sweep for stray nails around the entry, garage wing, and landscaping. This is exactly the kind of full residential roofing replacement that gives a home decades of worry-free protection, and it leaves the property as clean as we found it.

What We Installed (And Why)

The new roof is CertainTeed Landmark in Weathered Wood, a dimensional architectural shingle whose warm gray-brown blend complements the home’s classic entry and garage wing. Under the shingles sits the part that does the protecting: ice-and-water shield at the eaves, valleys, and penetrations, with synthetic underlayment across the field as a durable secondary barrier.

Around the edges and transitions we installed drip edge, starter strips for wind resistance, step- and counter-flashing where needed, and fresh pipe boots and vents. New gutters tie the drainage together, and balanced attic ventilation keeps heat and moisture moving so the shingles reach their full rated life. Every layer is chosen to work with the next, which is the difference between a roof that simply looks new and one that is engineered to stay watertight through decades of New England seasons.

Project Photo Gallery

Close-up detail of new gray architectural shingles, Cumberland residential roofing

Front entry view with new roof and red double doors, Cumberland residential roofing

Garage wing with new roof and gutters, Cumberland residential roofing

Good To Know: Should I Replace My Roof or Just Repair It?

If a roof is nearing the end of its service life, has widespread wear, or is on its second layer already, a full replacement is almost always the smarter investment than chasing repairs. Tearing off to the deck lets us fix hidden decking issues and reset the entire water-management system at once — something spot repairs can’t do. For a roof with years of life left, a targeted repair may be all you need, and we’ll tell you honestly which situation you’re in. We’d rather earn a customer’s trust with a straight answer than sell a replacement no one needs — and when a full roof genuinely is the right call, tearing off to the deck is what lets us build a system that carries a full manufacturer warranty and decades of protection.

Why This Approach Works

A roof is a system, not just a top layer, and replacing it as one integrated assembly is what separates a 10-year roof from a 30-year one. By stripping to the deck we catch problems that would otherwise stay buried, and by installing the underlayment, flashing, shingles, and ventilation to work together, we eliminate the weak points where leaks start. Proper ventilation in particular pays off for years, keeping the attic from trapping heat in summer and moisture in winter — both of which quietly shorten a roof’s life. The homeowner gets a clean slate built to endure.

Why Pinnacle

Pinnacle Roofing & Skylights has replaced Rhode Island roofs since 2012, and as a CertainTeed ShingleMaster Premier contractor — the highest residential credential CertainTeed offers — we install the Landmark system precisely as the manufacturer intends. With 100+ five-star Google reviews, an A+ BBB rating, and RI Residential License #39446, we back every replacement with real craftsmanship and financing options including 0% for 18 months.

Cumberland, RI

Cumberland is a growing northern-Rhode-Island town of established colonials, capes, and newer developments set among rolling wooded lots. Its homeowners tend to invest in their properties for the long haul, which makes a quality full roof replacement a natural fit. Our Cumberland roofing team is proud to protect these homes with roofs built to last through the town’s cold, snowy winters and humid summers alike.