That’s wild about the insurance—honestly, I’ve seen a few folks get caught off guard by that. Curious, did you notice any issues with ventilation or heat buildup after the layover? I’ve heard mixed things about how double layers affect attic temps, especially in hotter climates.
Curious, did you notice any issues with ventilation or heat buildup after the layover? I’ve heard mixed things about how double layers affect attic temps, especially in hotter climates.
I wondered about this too. We’re in a pretty warm area and ended up tearing off the old shingles because I kept reading that double layers can trap more heat. Didn’t want to risk higher AC bills or any moisture issues down the line. Have you noticed any difference in your energy costs since the new layer went on? Or maybe it’s not as big a deal as some folks make it out to be...
We actually went with the layover because our roofer swore up and down it wouldn’t make much difference, but now I’m not so sure. The attic definitely feels warmer, especially during the afternoon—like, you walk up there and it’s a sauna. Haven’t noticed a huge spike in the AC bill yet, but I’m keeping an eye on it. Part of me wonders if I should’ve just coughed up the extra cash for a full tear-off… hindsight, right?
The attic definitely feels warmer, especially during the afternoon—like, you walk up there and it’s a sauna.
Had the same thing happen after a layover on my old place. I figured it’d be fine, but man, that attic heat was no joke. Didn’t notice much on the bills either, but the upstairs rooms felt stuffier. If I could do it over, I’d probably bite the bullet and tear off, just for peace of mind.
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen plenty of homes with a second layer that don’t have major heat issues. Sometimes it’s more about attic ventilation than the shingles themselves.
—that could be insulation or venting, not just the layover. Tearing off is cleaner, sure, but if the roof structure’s solid and you’ve got good airflow, a layover can work fine and save some cash. Just my two cents from managing a bunch of properties over the years.“the upstairs rooms felt stuffier”
