Anyone who lives in the Pocono Mountains or the Lehigh Valley knows how hard a roof works in winter. Heavy snow, ice and spring thaws quickly reveal the weak spots of a roof covering. That is why more homeowners choose metal when they replace a roof. Aqua-tek Roofing, the family company of Wojciech Zagroba in Brodheadsville, has installed roofs in Pennsylvania for more than 35 years. The company holds Pennsylvania contractor license PA-200048, and the crew speaks Polish as well as English.
Why a metal roof
A metal roof has several features that work well in the climate of northeastern Pennsylvania:
- it is lightweight, so it does not overload the building structure,
- the smooth surface helps snow slide off,
- with proper installation and maintenance it often lasts for decades,
- it stands up well to wind and large temperature swings,
- light colors reflect part of the sunlight, which helps keep the attic cooler in summer.
Snow on metal and snow guards
The fact that snow slides off metal easily has another side. A large amount of snow can come down at once and damage gutters, shrubs or even a parked car. That is why metal roofs are fitted with snow guards, which hold the snow in place and let it melt gradually. The roofer plans their layout based on the pitch and length of the roof and on what sits below the eaves, such as the front entrance or the driveway.
Gutters, soffits and skylights
A roof is more than its covering. Water from the roof goes into the gutters, and whether they are clear and properly sloped decides if water spills onto the siding and foundation. Soffits, the finish on the underside of the eaves, protect the roof structure and help with ventilation. Skylights bring daylight inside but need careful sealing. Aqua-tek Roofing handles all of these elements, so the roof and drainage can be done as one project.
Choosing a metal roof
Metal roofs differ in look and installation. Standing seam panels hide the fasteners under the raised seams, while metal shingles and tile profiles resemble traditional roofing from a distance. Color matters too: lighter shades heat up less in summer. An underlayment goes beneath the metal to protect the attic from moisture, and good ventilation keeps condensation from forming under the panels. A common question is noise during rain; it depends largely on the underlayment and attic insulation, so the roofer goes over these details when preparing the estimate.
An inspection before a roof replacement
Before deciding on a new roof, it is a good idea to have an inspection. The roofer checks the condition of the decking and structure, the flashing around chimneys and skylights, attic ventilation and any signs of leaks. Based on that, he can tell whether a repair is enough or a replacement makes more sense. The company also repairs leaks on existing roofs. Financing is available, which makes a larger project easier to plan.
Where Aqua-tek Roofing works
The company is based in Brodheadsville and serves the Poconos, Stroudsburg, Allentown, Scranton and the Lehigh Valley. It works on single-family homes, commercial buildings and schools. Its main specialty is flat roofing, and metal roofs round out the services for homeowners with pitched roofs.
Flat roofing is covered in Flat Roofs in the Poconos and Lehigh Valley: TPO, EPDM and Modified Bitumen.
Contact
Estimates and roof inspections: 570-236-1934.
Address and more information: Aqua-tek Roofing, LLC on Polish Pages.
The scope of work and the choice of roofing system are determined after an on-site inspection.
