Our Superior, Heavy Roofing Underlayment will Increase the Lifespan of Your New Roof

Roofing Underlayment Done Right

The Done Right Roofing System starts with a heavy eaves protector that serves as a moisture barrier and prevents your roof surface from rotting. We then apply a quality roofing underlayment to the balance of your roof surface to waterproof your roof in case the shingles are penetrated by severe weather or ice dams.

Roofing Underlayment Basics

Underlayment serves as secondary-level protection against leaks. It also prevents the oils in asphalt shingles from leaching into the roof deck.

Although it is not required by the Alberta Building Code, except for eave protection, we recommend a form of roofing underlayment for all roofs with a slope of 7/12 or less. The absence of underlayment may void your shingle warranty.

The type and weight of roofing underlayment required will depend on the slope of your roof as well as your personal preference. Even a basic 15-pound underlayment will provide many years of protection if all other elements of a good roofing system are in place.

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DRR offered very competitive pricing; good work, and even added some extras beyond the contract at no extra cost.
P. Bentz, Calgary Homeowner, NW
We were impressed with competence of the roofers, the speed at which they progressed, their courteous manner and the cleanup of materials. In this matter I also was pleased to find my driveway void of materials. At this point your team seems to be working together well and all issues are addressed as they arise. There seems to be a strong customer and work ethic within your company.
S. Drumand, Calgary Homeowner, NE
I was very happy when DRR identified the problem and was very honest about what it needed to be done. Very good job! Thanks to every one of the roofers.
C. Brassard, Calgary Homeowner SW
Done Right Roofing was timely, efficient, hard workers, and care was taken with yard and property. They were both professional and courteous.
The Babiuk’s, Calgary Homeowners
From the time Antoine sat with us and explained everything, I knew we were choosing the best. The level of service, knowledge, and professionalism was excellent…I’m very happy with everything. I don’t know how you could improve upon that.
K. Graiter, Calgary
The work was efficiently performed and completely satisfactory. The scope of the completed work and bidding was as agreed. We can certainly recommend Done Right Roofing.
The Duzinski’s, Calgary Homeowners, SW
The Done Right Roofing Team was efficient, courteous, and respectful from the time of the quote to the final job 10/10.
C. Stewart, Calgary Homeowner
Good reliable service from quote to the completion of the job.
M. Guenter, Calgary Homeowner, SE
The service was great and the roofers were great too.
P. Zabok, Calgary Homeowner
Done Right Roofing – was exceptional in their service and workmanship. I felt very confident dealing with this company.
Murray, Bragg Creek Homeowner

Quality Tips

Although it is not required, it is strongly recommended that, in high snow areas, ice dam protection is used on roof pitches of 5/12 and under.
Using a course of starter shingles up and down both sides of an open valley can insure that the valley is 100% leak proof.
Nailing the shingle at both the nailing line and at the top of the shingle, on the roof gables, will prevent the wind from lifting up the shingle.
Shingle installation instructions vary slightly from manufacturer to manufacturer. They must be followed exactly to protect the homeowner’s warranty.
Roofing is considered a “Skilled Trade” by the Government of Canada. Everyone on the roof should have a minimum of internal Certification to a maximum of Journeyman training.
Only tear-off as much old roof area as can be replaced or at least waterproofed with underlayment in one day. Calgary has volatile weather and you never know!
To avoid leaks around roof penetrations use a “Back Pan” shingle over the back of the penetration, but under the main shingle course.
Using a course of starter shingles up and down both sides of an open valley can insure that the valley is 100% leak proof.
A quality contractor should formally inspect every single roof that their company installs. Otherwise, poor workmanship will go undetected, leading to long-term problems.