After storm damage, this Saunderstown homeowner needed a roof replacement that restored the property to better-than-before condition. CertainTeed Landmark in Insurance delivered exactly that, with upgraded protection and a fresh appearance. Pinnacle Roofing & Skylights handled the project from damage assessment through final cleanup, coordinating with the insurance process along the way.
Scope of Work
The scope on this Saunderstown roof included complete removal of old roofing material, careful inspection of the deck structure, and a methodical rebuild designed to last through decades of Rhode Island weather. We started by assessing slope, layout, and ventilation needs, then staged materials for efficient installation. Damaged sheathing was replaced, ice and water shield went down at all critical areas, and synthetic underlayment provided a secondary weather barrier over the entire deck. Shingles were installed with precise nailing patterns and proper exposure, and every flashing transition—chimney, sidewall, headwall, valleys, pipe boots—was sealed for long-term water management. Ridge ventilation was installed or upgraded to help manage attic heat and moisture, which directly affects how long shingles last in Saunderstown’s climate. Our step-by-step approach ensures nothing gets skipped.
What We Installed (And Why)
This Saunderstown project features CertainTeed Landmark in Insurance—installed as a complete roof system, not just shingles on plywood. We build the roof in layers that reinforce each other: ice and water shield at eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment over the entire deck, proper starter course, CertainTeed Landmark field shingles with StreakFighter algae resistance that keeps the roof looking clean for years, and matching hip and ridge caps. The color gives the roof a dimensional appearance that enhances the home’s curb appeal while the layered system underneath handles Rhode Island’s toughest weather. We install to CertainTeed’s specifications because that is what activates full warranty coverage through their certified installer program. See manufacturer details.
Good To Know
On Saunderstown homes like this one near Ferry Road, flashing failures cause more roof leaks than shingle failures—and most homeowners don’t know it. Chimney flashing, vent pipe boots, sidewall transitions, and valley lining are all areas where water concentrates and flows, and if the flashing is improperly installed or deteriorating, water finds its way in. We replace or upgrade all flashing during a roof replacement because reusing old flashing under new shingles is one of the most common shortcuts in the industry. On this Saunderstown project, every flashing transition received new material installed to current best practices.
Why This Approach Works
Matching the right product to the right conditions is half the job on any roof. CertainTeed Landmark was selected for this Saunderstown home because it handles bay waterfront, upscale coastal exposure with proven performance. The other half is installing it precisely to manufacturer specifications—correct nailing patterns, proper overlap, sealed transitions, and adequate ventilation. When both halves are done right, the roof delivers the decades of protection the manufacturer designed into the product. Cutting corners on either material selection or installation always shows up later.
Why Pinnacle
Rhode Island’s only VELUX 5-Star Skylight Specialist, CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster certified, and locally owned since 2012. We bring manufacturer-level expertise to Saunderstown homes near Ferry Road with the personal service of a local company that knows your community.
Saunderstown is home to great families and smart homeowners who care about their properties. That is exactly why we bring our best craftsmanship, clearest communication, and 5-star service to every project here. If you’re in Saunderstown and your roof, siding, or skylights need professional attention, we’d be honored to help. See our Saunderstown services.
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