Would you recommend the installation of a ice-dam protection membrane under an asphalt shingle roof?

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Ice-dam protection membrane is typically recommended in most asphalt shingle roof installations, especially in regions that experience freezing temperatures and snow. It is commonly installed at roof edges, valleys, and around penetrations to help prevent water intrusion caused by ice dams. While it may not be required across the entire roof in all climates, it is widely considered a best practice in colder regions because it provides an extra layer of waterproofing where leaks are most likely to occur. In warmer climates, its use may be limited to specific vulnerable areas rather than the entire roof.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Always in the valleys and around penetrations. Also on racks and chimney areas

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Absolutely! Its main purpose is to protect your roof decking if water gets underneath your roofing material (asphalt shingles, metal roof, etc.). It’s crucial to have ice and water shield installed on/around certain areas of your roof, like roof valleys, around penetrations, and on roofs that have a 2/12, 3/12, or 4/12 pitch. Because of its importance, every roof needs to have it.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Depends on climate and roof pitch

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Installing ice and water shield is recommended to prevent any future leaks.

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: IN the Atlanta area, we will always use one on homes north of I-20 simply because of the possibility and/or likelihood of ice formation during winter storms.

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: We install ice and water shield at the gutter edge, valleys, sidewalls, and any penetrations coming through the roof period.