Roofing in Imperial, at a glance
Many Imperial homes were built between the 1970s and the 1990s, so a lot of roofs here are on their second or third set of shingles with the original decking and vents still underneath. That history changes how we inspect and price the work. Call (314) 429-6000 any time, day or night.
Common roof problems in Imperial
These are the issues that show up most on the ranches, split-levels and two-story homes in and around Imperial and Barnhart.
- Pipe boots with cracked rubber collars that let water run down the vent pipe and into a ceiling.
- Two layers of shingles, which adds weight and hides soft decking until tear-off.
- Too little attic ventilation, so the shingles bake from below every July and August.
- Step flashing along walls and dormers that was reused instead of replaced during an earlier reroof.
- Wind damage along the edges of roofs on exposed lots.
- Gutters pulled loose from the fascia by ice or heavy debris.
None of this requires guessing. Our inspection includes the attic when we can get to it, and you receive photos of each problem we note.
Repair or replace in Imperial?
We get asked this more than anything else.
When a repair makes sense
The leak traces to one spot, the shingles still lie flat and hold their granules, and the rest of the roof has years left. A boot, a section of flashing or a few shingles cost far less than a new roof.
When replacement makes sense
The shingles are curling or shedding granules on several slopes, there are already two layers, or leaks keep turning up in new places. Patching a roof like that usually means paying for repairs every year.
Want a second opinion on a roof somebody else said needs replacing? Call us. The inspection costs you nothing, and our recommendation comes in writing. You can also read our page on repair versus replacement.
What a new roof from us includes
Every Imperial replacement follows the same order of work.
Tear-off to the deck
Old shingles and underlayment come off so we can see every board.
Deck repair
Soft or delaminated sheathing gets replaced before anything goes over it.
Underlayment and ice barrier
Ice and water barrier goes in the valleys and along the eaves, with synthetic underlayment over the rest of the deck.
Shingles, flashing and vents
New shingles, new flashing at walls and chimneys, and ventilation sized for your attic.
Cleanup and walkthrough
Magnet sweeps for nails, debris hauled off and a final walk of the job with you.
We are an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, and our workmanship on every roof carries a lifetime warranty.
Imperial at a glance
| Community | Imperial, MO (unincorporated) |
|---|---|
| County | Jefferson County |
| ZIP code | 63052 |
| Nearby | Arnold, Barnhart, Festus |
| Typical homes | 1970s to 1990s ranches, split-levels and two-story houses |
| Phone | (314) 429-6000, answered 24 hours a day |
| Roofing company | John Beal Roofing, family-run since 1947 |
Because we are family-run and have been for three generations, the person who quotes your Imperial roof works for the same company that will honor the warranty later.
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