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Roof Replacement in Farmington Hills, MI built as a system
When your Farmington Hills roof is past repair, we tear it off to the decking, fix what we find and install a complete Owens Corning shingle system, with photos of every step and a clean yard every evening.
- Full tear-off to decking
- Owens Corning shingles
- Dumpster included
- Same-as-cash financing
Free roof inspection & estimate
Farmington Hills homeowners. A roofer, not a call center, gets back to you.
Older Farmington Hills homes need a full tear-off
Many Farmington Hills houses were built in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, which means the roof on them now may be the second or third. On some, a previous roofer laid new shingles over the old ones. That saves a day on the job but hides the decking, adds weight and traps heat, and the top layer often wears out sooner because of it.
We tear off every layer down to the wood. Older homes here often have plank decking or original plywood that has been through decades of ice dams and attic moisture, so we walk the bare deck, photograph it and replace soft or delaminated boards before anything new goes down.
Then the roof goes on as a system: drip edge, ice and water shield at the eaves and valleys, underlayment, starter strip, Owens Corning shingles and proper ventilation. Many older ranches and colonials were built with little attic airflow, so we look at intake and exhaust and explain what would help. Boards protect your brick and landscaping, the dumpster is included, and you get a briefing at the end of each day.
Every layer of your new roof
A complete roof replacement covers far more than shingles.
Full tear-off
Old shingles and underlayment come off to the decking so nothing is hidden under the new roof.
Decking inspection
We photograph the bare deck and replace soft or rotted boards before the new roof goes on.
Ice and water shield
A self-sealing membrane at the eaves and valleys, where ice dams and runoff push water uphill.
Owens Corning shingles
Duration and Duration FLEX architectural shingles, with colors you can preview in Design EyeQ.
Balanced ventilation
Intake at the soffits and exhaust at the ridge keep the attic cooler in summer and drier in winter.
Flashing & drip edge
New drip edge, step flashing and pipe boots, so the details last as long as the shingles.
Why we recommend a full tear-off
A layover puts new shingles on top of the old layer. It skips the tear-off, but it also hides the decking, adds weight to the roof under a Michigan snow load, and makes it hard to install ice and water shield and flashing properly. Shingles laid over an uneven old roof can also show every lump.
A tear-off costs more up front because of the labor and disposal, but you get a look at the decking, a clean surface for every layer of the system, and only one layer to remove next time. Building codes also limit how many layers a roof can have.
Cost is driven by the roof’s size, pitch, number of existing layers and how much decking needs replacing. Qualified homeowners can spread it out with 25 months same-as-cash. See financing details.
| Tear-off | Layover | |
|---|---|---|
| Decking | Inspected, repaired | Hidden |
| Ice and water shield | On the deck | Limited |
| Roof weight | One layer | Two layers |
| Flashing | All new | Often reused |
| Next reroof | One layer off | Two layers off |
Three steps to a new roof
No pressure and no surprises. You see what we see before you decide anything.
Free inspection
We check the shingles, flashing, vents and attic, and photograph what we find.
- Photos of problem areas
- Attic and ventilation check
- Honest repair vs. replace
Written estimate & colors
You get a written estimate, help choosing an Owens Corning shingle and color, and financing if you want it.
- Design EyeQ color preview
- Options side by side
- Financing available
Tear-off & install
We protect the house, tear off to the deck, replace bad boards and install the new system.
- Boards protect the house
- Daily cleanup & briefing
- Dumpster included
Not sure you need a new roof?
If your shingles are aging but still sound, rejuvenation may add years first.
Finish the job the right way
Shingle options, financing and the gutters that carry the water away.
Asphalt Shingle Roofing
Architectural shingles installed as a complete system: underlayment, ice and water shield, vents and ridge.
Learn moreFinancing
25 months same-as-cash on a full roof replacement with approved credit. Ask during your free inspection.
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Gutters
Seamless gutters and downspouts sized for the roof, with guards that cut down on clogs.
Learn moreWhat homeowners say about their new roof
Real reviews from homeowners across Metro Detroit.
“I can’t say enough good things about this company. Scott the owner walked me through the whole process from start to finish. They protected my house with boards during the job and did a fantastic job on clean up! All this and a fair price!”
“Kincaide roofing went above and beyond our expectations. Scott (the owner) took pictures of every step and fix he made. They were punctual, thorough and very professional. No B.S. with Scott, the communication was straight forward and gave us briefings every night before they left.”
“Great craftsmanship, Competitive prices gets the job done on time. man of his word! I would recommend him to friends and family.”
A new roof on an established street
Replacing a roof in a mature neighborhood takes some planning beyond the shingles.
Many Farmington Hills homes have big trees close to the house, landscaping that has been growing for decades and brick walls and patios right below the eaves. We plan the tear-off around all of that: where the dumpster sits, how debris comes off the roof, and which beds and shrubs need boards or tarps.
We also plan around the weather. Michigan brings snow load and freeze-thaw in winter, and summer storms with wind and hail can roll in fast, so we only open as much roof as we can dry in the same day.
Multiple layers
Older shingles under newer ones, removed completely so the decking can be checked.
Landscaping protected
Boards and tarps over mature beds, brick walls and air conditioners during tear-off.
Dried in daily
Only as much roof opened as can be covered the same day, given Michigan weather.
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Roof replacement questions from Farmington Hills homeowners
What to know before you replace your roof.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Farmington Hills?
My Farmington Hills home has an older roof under the current one. Can you just add another layer?
How long does a roof replacement take?
What shingles do you install?
What drives the cost of a new roof?
Can I finance a roof replacement?
Ready for a new roof in Farmington Hills?
Book a free inspection. We’ll show you the condition of your roof in photos and give you a written estimate.