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Expert	Average Ratings	Expertise
Tom Petrilli U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.0 Clarity of Response 10.0 Timeliness 9.91 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 49	I can answer questions about residential and light commercial roofing. I really enjoy solving complicated problems. My expertise is in shingle, slate and traditional metals (copper, lead, terne, stainless) as well as single ply low slope roofing. I have also installed a considerable amount of synthetic slate.
Bruce A. Ryan II, RRO U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.90 Clarity of Response 9.85 Timeliness 9.95 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 126	Commercial/Residential Roofing Waterproofing Building Envelope
Dan Merrill U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.90 Clarity of Response 9.88 Timeliness 9.82 Politeness 9.98 Total Questions 399	We are a "green" roofing company. We offer information and advice on metal and synthetic cedar, tile, and slate roofing products. We also address good, sound installation practices for lifetime and slate roof installations. Generally speaking, we are experienced with any materials that have 50 year or longer, expected lifespan, such as copper, terne coated steels, Kynar painted Steel, Aluminum, etc. We do extensive Infrared scans of homes with water leaks, moisture damage, air leakage, etc. So we have a good practical knowledge of what works and what does not work in the long term. We offer no advice on .....
Todd E. Miller U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.90 Clarity of Response 9.92 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 1963	I am available to answer any questions pertaining to residential (or other sloped) metal roofing. I have knowledge of most available products but I like to approach projects from a "needs" basis and analyze them individually. Additionally, I can answer most questions about building ventilation.
Michael J. Owen Panama Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.80 Clarity of Response 9.81 Timeliness 9.98 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 897	Pretty much anything about roofing, particularly asphalt shingle and metal. Replacing damaged sheathing/plywood etc. Questions about venting attic spaces.
Tom Souza U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.91 Clarity of Response 9.80 Timeliness 9.96 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 345	Can not help in The new single ply roof systems Rubber systems mostly wood shake, wood shingle, fiberglass shingles,Torch-on, some concrete some clay tile and some still tile gerard,decra tile
Brad Zacharia Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.79 Clarity of Response 9.70 Timeliness 9.95 Politeness 9.87 Total Questions 3761	All aspects of residential Roofing. This includes shingles and flat (low slope) roofs. I have knowledge in the installation as well as the design of roofs from an engineering standpoint.
Brian Atkins U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.90 Clarity of Response 9.85 Timeliness 9.90 Politeness 9.98 Total Questions 721	I can answer any question related to all type of roof repairs (especially tile roof repair and flat roof repair work). I can also answer most new roof or roofing related questions with the exception of questions in regards to single ply roofing (PVC) and standing seam or metal panel roofing. I have little or no experience with those applications.
Ron Haynes U.S. On Vacation returns 11/09/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.93 Clarity of Response 9.90 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 431	I can answer questions related to all types of steep slope and low-slope commercial and residential roofing, including asphalt shingles, metal roofing, built-up roofing (tar and gravel), modified bitumen roofing, single ply roof systems, tile, and slate. Questions may relate to design, installation, problem resolution or repair of the roof system.
JD Shoemaker U.S. Maxed Out View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.77 Clarity of Response 9.63 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 9.94 Total Questions 128	Residential roofing specialist. Velux Skylights Certified Installer 2008-09. Box Gutter craftsman. Coppermsmith / Tinner. Certified EPA Asbestos Handler GAF Master Elite Contractor ELK 2006 Roofer of the Year / Midwest Region Owens Corning Preferred Contractor Certainteed Lifetime Wizard Certainteed Shingle Master Certainteed Quality Master Angie's List Super Service Award winner: 2006-2007-2008 Press Community Paper, Cincinnati's Favorite Roofer 2009

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Recent Answers

2009-11-05 Lomanco Ridge Vent Install Question:

Hey! Def not wasting my time....no problem! good pics...I think what may be happening is that the HEADLAP shingle is not fitting correctly under the plastic venting...if it was my job, I would remove

2009-11-05 Low slope roof leak solution:

You said you have a low slope roof. Then you mentioned shingles. The two do not go together. You cannot put shingles on low slopes or they will leak. If that's your leak you have the wrong kind of roof

2009-11-05 metal roofing:

Hi David. I prefer and usually recommend ridge venting with soffit vents. The rule of thumb is one square foot of vent for every 150 sq/ft of attic space. Gable vents do work to a point but the hot air

2009-11-04 Lomanco Ridge Vent Install Question:

Hello Doug, from a busy roofing season in Cincinnati, Ohio! I understand you becoming frustrated, and I am sorry that you are having an issue...with-out seeing the project for myself, but going off

2009-11-04 110 mph shingles:

Hi Steve. Simple answer. "YES". If there is a chance of a near miss or high winds of over 60mph, I would definitely go for the highest rating I could. I know about this stuff as hurricane Charley go me