At Top Gen Roofing, we delivered a full main-house shingle roof replacement on Thimbleberry Rd in Ballston Spa, NY 12020 for Annie McGuinness. Our team removed every layer of the old roof—shingles, underlayment, drip edge—down to the decking, then rebuilt it with premium materials: a 1½″ white drip edge around all leading edges; Grace Ice-N-Water membrane at vulnerable areas; RhinoRoof U-20 synthetic underlayment; IKO Leading Edge Plus starter shingles; custom pipe and step flashings; customer-selected IKO Dynasty architectural shingles with algae resistance; Lomanco PRO4SWN OmniRidge Pro ventilation; and IKO hip & ridge caps. All materials include a 15-year manufacturer defect warranty and StainGuard protection. Top Gen Roofing’s 15-year labor warranty ensures lasting peace of mind. We handled decking inspection (with like-for-like deck replacement if needed), full debris removal, and permitting, completing the project with transparent communication and quality craftsmanship.
Because multiple layers of existing roofing can’t be confirmed until tear-off, there was a risk of uncovering extra layers that would require additional labor and disposal. This uncertainty could affect the project timeline and homeowner confidence. Swift identification and clear communication were essential to maintain trust and stay on schedule.
We began with a systematic layer-by-layer removal, documenting the number of existing roofing layers as we progressed. Upon discovering any additional layers, we immediately notified Annie with a clear explanation of the extra work required and obtained her approval before proceeding. Once tear-off was complete, we installed the full specified system—membrane, underlayment, drip edge, shingles, flashings, and ventilation—and performed a final inspection. Regular updates and detailed scheduling kept Annie informed, and the project finished on time, leaving her home protected and her expectations exceeded.
