In Yarmouth Port and along Route 6A, the enemy is a lack of sunlight. Heavy tree cover allows moss and lichen to root into standard asphalt shingles, eating the limestone filler and causing granules to shed. In South and West Yarmouth, the enemy is velocity. Winds from the Sound hit homes with force, lifting improperly nailed shingles and driving rain under the eaves.
Many contractors apply a “generic” installation here. They skip the zinc strips for moss prevention or use standard nailing patterns that fail in a Category 1 storm. The result is leaks, rot, and a roof that looks 20 years old after only five.
We strip every roof down to the bare plywood. In Yarmouth's older housing stock, we frequently find "board sheathing" with gaps that compromise holding power. We re-nail or re-sheath these areas to ensure your new shingles have a solid anchor.
Yarmouth winters bring freeze-thaw cycles. We install high-grade Ice & Water Shield not just at the eaves, but in all valleys, around all penetrations (vents/chimneys), and along rake edges. This creates a waterproof gasket that seals around the nails.
For our clients in wooded areas like the Campground or North Yarmouth, we recommend shingles with copper-infused granules (like CertainTeed StreakFighter®) that actively inhibit the growth of blue-green algae and moss.
We do not use the standard 4-nail pattern. We utilize a 6-nail fastening pattern for every shingle. This simple but critical step doubles the wind warranty and ensures your roof stays put when the wind gusts over 60 mph.
A hot attic cooks shingles from the bottom up. We calculate the precise NFA (Net Free Area) required for your home and install ridge vents and soffit intake vents to keep your roof deck cool and extend the life of the materials.
In historic Yarmouth homes, the chimney is often the source of the first leak. Lazy contractors often smear “tar” or roofing cement around the base of the chimney. This cracks within a few years. Lions Siding & Roofing fabricates custom lead or copper flashing. We cut into the mortar joints (reglet) to create a permanent, watertight seal that accommodates the natural movement of the house without breaking.
A leaking roof is an emergency in slow motion. Don’t wait for water stains on your ceiling. Contact Lions Siding & Roofing for a comprehensive roof audit today.
We Know the Rules If your home is in the Old King’s Highway Regional Historic District, you cannot just pick any shingle color. The committee generally requires “Weathered Wood” or “Black” tones that blend with the environment. We are experienced in submitting the necessary applications and samples to the committee, ensuring your new roof is compliant without delaying the project.
