What Roofing Underlayment Should I Use?
Author: Lee Polevoi | April 13, 2020
When homeowners ask, "what roofing underlayment should I use?" contractors should have an answer. It's an important question because roofing underlayment is an essential layer of protection against wear and tear from rain, wind, moisture and UV damage.
If you've only installed felt underlayment, it's time to expand your installation horizons. Learn about the new product on the block: TRI-BUILT Synthetic Hybrid Roof Underlayment.
Why Choose Synthetic Hybrid Underlayment?
Synthetic underlayment in general is gaining popularity among roofers for its durability and superior weather protection compared to organic or asphalt felt thanks to the addition of polymers. Unlike felt, which can tear off during a windy installation or leak in wet weather, synthetic underlayment is waterproof and stays in place.
TRI-BUILT Synthetic Hybrid Roof Underlayment is an ideal choice for roof underlayment on steep-slope homes. It can replace No. 15 or No. 30 felt on shingle, wood shake, tile, metal and slate projects. Thanks to dynamic steep-slope traction, it provides an extra level of installation safety for roofing crews. It also resists mold and mildew, and won't buckle, warp or crack.
The TRI-BUILT Installation Advantage
Unlike traditional asphalt-saturated felts, TRI-BUILT Synthetic Hybrid Underlayment can be installed in extremely low temperatures without becoming stiff and difficult to unroll. It also doesn't dry out or leach oils in the heat like felt. And, because this product is entirely synthetic, it doesn't absorb water or wrinkle like felt can. Have you ever pulled up on a sheet of felt during an installation and accidentally torn a hole in it? Then you'll appreciate TRI-BUILT's breaking strength of more than 55 lbf/in and tear strength of 75 lbf.
This hybrid roof underlayment comes in lightweight, 40-pound rolls with a slip-resistant surface that makes it easy to handle and quick to install. Unlike competitors' peel-and-stick products, it's nail sealable. TRI-BUILT even offers suggestions for nailing patterns for both calm and windy installation days.
If weather or a packed schedule delay a roofing project, synthetic hybrid underlayment can be left exposed for up to 180 days. With proper fastening, it's ideal for use in high-wind areas where other roofing products might be damaged.
Next time a homeowner asks, "What roofing underlayment should I use?" be prepared with a few points on TRI-BUILT Synthetic Hybrid Roof Underlayment's properties. Remind your customers that choosing underlayment that's sturdy and easier to install can translate into a shorter and more streamlined roofing project for them and their home, keeping them snug for years to come.
