Synthetic underlayment is one of the most important roofing materials you should know about when planning a roof replacement. You may not know much about roofing—after all, that’s why you’re hiring a contractor—but doing a bit of research helps you discuss the best materials for a durable, long-lasting roof. One of the key decisions is choosing the right underlayment. While many companies still use felt underlayment because it’s cheaper, at Reitzel Roofing & Exteriors, we strongly recommend synthetic roof underlayment for its superior performance and long-term value. We prioritize quality, and our goal is always complete customer satisfaction.
In this blog, you will learn why we stand by synthetic underlayment.
What is Roof Underlayment?
Roof underlayment is the material that is installed in between the decking of your roof and shingles.
It protects your roof from damage due to weather conditions, moisture, and UV rays.
There are two types of roof underlayments: felt and synthetic.
Choosing the right material for your underlayment plays a major role in the overall quality of your roof.
Synthetic Underlayment is Durable
When compared to felt underlayment, synthetic roof underlayment is much stronger and lasts much longer.
During installation, synthetic underlayment does not tear easily at all, and can withstand long amounts of exposure to moisture and UV rays.
It can also hold the weight of the actual contractors while it is being installed, unlike felt underlayment.
Synthetic roof Underlayment is Efficient
When it comes to actually installing the underlayment, synthetic is the better choice in many aspects, and will reduce time during the project, allowing you to get your roof sooner.
Synthetic roof underlayment is lighter, which will make the workers more productive and less worn out during the roof replacement.
Synthetic roof underlayment is overall much quicker to install, as there is significantly more material per roll than felt underlayment.
Approximately, for every three rolls of synthetic underlayment used, to cover the same amount of space, you would need about 15 rolls of felt underlayment.
Also, synthetic underlayment is the safest choice for contractors, it is much more resistant to slipping, and allows the workers on your roof to be less worried about getting hurt and more focused on ensuring your roof installation is as accurate and consistent as possible.
Synthetic Underlayment is Long-Lasting
Synthetic underlayment is plastic, which like we said earlier, will last much longer for your roof as it repels moisture much better and doesn’t mold, unlike the felt alternatives. For a detailed comparison of synthetic and felt underlayments, consider this resource on synthetic underlayment benefits.
In Conclusion
Here at Reitzel Roofing & Exteriors, we don’t cut corners and give you lower-quality roofing materials so that we can save money. We are here to provide you with a safe, long-lasting, durable roof that will be constructed with the highest standards. To view our roofing services and get in contact with one of the skilled roofing professionals on our team, click here to contact us.
