📰 Roofing Blog
Dive into in-depth articles, roofing tips, and project walkthroughs — from measuring techniques to material estimates.
Our newest series covers plywood estimating, OSB vs plywood, roof waste factors, and 2025 materials pricing.
Plywood Calculator Guide: How Many Sheets Do I Need?
2025-08-31
Comprehensive plywood calculator guide. Learn how many sheets you need for roofing, flooring, and walls—plus sheet sizes, thicknesses, waste factors, cost estimates, and pro tips.
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Plywood vs OSB: Which Should You Use for Roofing?
2025-08-31
Side-by-side comparison of plywood and OSB for roof decking—cost, strength, moisture resistance, code considerations, and when to choose each.
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Roof Underlayment vs Plywood: What’s the Difference?
2025-08-31
Understand the roles of roof decking (plywood/OSB) vs underlayment, installation order, and why both layers are essential for a watertight roof.
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Roofing Materials Cost Breakdown (2025)
2025-08-31
Updated 2025 price ranges for shingles, plywood/OSB, underlayment, nails, ridge cap, and more—plus budgeting tips and where to save.
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Roof Waste Factor Guide: How Much Extra Material to Order
2025-08-31
How to choose the right waste allowance (10–20%) for different roof types and complexity so you don’t run short—or overspend.
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How to Measure Roof Area
2025-08-15
Learn step-by-step how to accurately measure roof area, including pitch adjustments and square-footage calculations to avoid costly mistakes.
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Estimating Ridge Cap & Valleys
2025-08-10
Best methods for estimating ridge caps and valleys—from measurement techniques to bundle-coverage planning.
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Best Practices for Roofing Nails
2025-08-05
How many nails per shingle do you really need? Nail types, patterns, and fastening techniques that affect roof lifespan.
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