Project Overview
- Location: Columbus, OH (43209 – Bexley Area)
- Service: Full Residential Roof Replacement due to Active Leaks
- Primary System: RoofGuard+ TruDefinition® Duration® (Owens Corning)
- Color: Brownwood
- Property Type: 1-Story Walkable Ranch
- Project Size: 50 Squares
- Warranty: 20-Year Workmanship Warranty
- Timeline: Completed in 1 Day
Challenge: Stopping Chronic Leaks on a Large Ranch Home
The homeowner contacted Able Roofing for a roof replacement in Bexley, Ohio after dealing with persistent interior leaks that threatened to cause structural damage to the roof decking and ceilings. Over time, aging shingles in the unpredictable Central Ohio climate lose their sealing capabilities, making them highly susceptible to wind-driven rain and moisture penetration.
Because the home features a expansive layout totaling 50 squares, identifying the precise origin of multiple leaks across a large surface area requires a highly meticulous inspection. A single-story, walkable ranch offers excellent accessibility, but the sheer volume of old, failing shingles meant the property was vulnerable until a comprehensive, unified roofing system could be installed.
Solution: Seamless Protection with a Full Roof Replacement
To completely eliminate the active leaks and modernize the home’s exterior protection, the project consultant, Brian Larrisey, recommended a full tear-off and upgrade to the RoofGuard+ system.
Advanced Technical Upgrades
- Owens Corning Duration Shingles: The homeowner selected the Brownwood color profile. This rich, warm-toned shingle adds immense depth and perfectly complements the mature tree lines and architectural styles found throughout the 43209 area.
- SureNail® Technology: These shingles feature a fabric-strip nailing zone that delivers superior gripping power, ensuring the new roof can withstand the high-wind gusts and severe thunderstorms common to the Columbus region.
- Proactive Decking Evaluation: The installation team completely stripped the old material to inspect the underlying wood structure. Any compromised or soft decking identified near the previous leak sites was addressed immediately to ensure a structurally sound foundation for the new RoofGuard+ barrier.
Execution: Managing a 50-Square Roof Replacement in a Single Day
Replacing 50 squares of roofing is a massive undertaking that normally spans multiple days for average crews. However, our specialized installation team utilized the single-story, walkable design of the property to execute the project with extreme precision and efficiency.
The entire tear-off, decking preparation, underlayment installation, and shingle application were completed in just one day. To protect the homeowner’s property and landscaping, the crew conducted a rigorous clean-up process, including multiple passes with a heavy-duty magnetic sweep to remove all old roofing nails and debris from the lawn and driveway. The finished system is backed by a 20-year warranty, providing the homeowner with long-term peace of mind.
Local Expertise: Why This Solution Matters for the 43209 Area
Bexley and the surrounding 43209 zip code feature beautiful historic properties and established neighborhoods known for high curb-appeal standards. Local weather patterns—ranging from humid summer storms to heavy winter snow loads—place significant stress on residential roofs. Installing a high-performance Owens Corning system ensures proper thermal regulation and watershed capabilities, stopping active leaks permanently while dramatically enhancing the home’s neighborhood aesthetics.
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