Homeowners in Citrus Heights, CA, know that the intense summer sun and seasonal rains take a heavy toll on older roofing systems. When this residential property began showing signs of significant wear, the homeowners turned to Upstate Roofing for a long-lasting, energy-efficient solution. We completely overhauled the failing roof, prioritizing strict safety standards and a spotless job site, ultimately upgrading the home with a premium, reflective asphalt roofing system designed to withstand the California climate.

Project Challenges

This project presented a few distinct challenges right from the start. Upon initiating the tear-off phase, we uncovered extensive deterioration. The original felt underlayment was brittle and failing, and several areas of the wooden roof deck suffered from dry rot that compromised the home's structural integrity. Additionally, the roof featured multiple converging angles and varying steepness—ranging from a walkable 2/12 pitch up to a much steeper 7/12 pitch. Managing the safe removal of thousands of pounds of old asphalt without damaging the landscaping or the home's siding below required meticulous planning.

Our Solution

At Upstate Roofing, the safety of our workers and the protection of your property are our absolute highest priorities. To tackle the debris challenge, we strategically draped heavy-duty blue tarps over the roof's edge to funnel the old shingles and failing underlayment directly into our disposal areas, protecting the home's exterior and landscaping.

With our crew outfitted in proper safety gear and high-traction footwear, we safely navigated the steeper 7/12 pitches to cut away the dry rot and perform vital structural repairs to the wood decking. Once the deck was solid, we rolled out high-performance TriBuilt synthetic roofing underlayment to create a watertight barrier.

We then staged bundles of GAF Timberline HDZ Reflector Series shingles along the ridge. These advanced shingles were chosen for their durability and UV-reflective properties, which help keep the home cooler. Our installation included custom metalwork, specifically a chimney cricket, to ensure water properly diverts around the chimney rather than pooling behind it. Throughout the entire process, our dedicated material pickup and disposal system meant a dump trailer was always positioned in the driveway, allowing us to haul away debris continuously and keep the job site hazard-free.

The transformation of this Citrus Heights home is striking. The GAF Timberline HDZ Reflector Series shingles provide a beautiful, high-definition architectural look while offering superior protection and energy efficiency. The newly installed chimney cricket ensures long-term defense against leaks at one of the roof's most vulnerable points. Because we handled all material pickup and disposal directly from the roof to our trucks, the homeowners were left with a pristine yard and a structurally flawless roof that will protect their family for decades to come.