Totally agree on synthetic underlayment—just did my first roof last summer and went with synthetic after a neighbor recommended it. Felt paper seemed cheaper at first, but after seeing how easily it tears, I figured I'd rather spend a bit more upfront than redo the whole thing later. Also, quick tip: make sure you overlap the edges properly and use those plastic cap nails to hold it down securely. Trust me, chasing loose underlayment across your yard in windy weather isn't fun...ask me how I know, haha.
"Trust me, chasing loose underlayment across your yard in windy weather isn't fun...ask me how I know, haha."
Been there, done that... learned the hard way myself. Synthetic underlayment is definitely worth the extra cost. Couple quick points from experience:
- Don't skimp on fasteners—plastic cap nails are great, but staples can work if you're careful.
- Consider ice and water shield on eaves and valleys if you're in a harsh climate. Saved me from leaks during a nasty ice storm last winter.
- And yeah, overlap generously. Wind-driven rain finds every tiny gap.
"Don't skimp on fasteners—plastic cap nails are great, but staples can work if you're careful."
Seconding this. Learned the hard way after a storm shredded my staple job. Plastic caps hold up way better...wish I'd known sooner. Synthetic underlayment is definitely worth it, too.
Learned the hard way after a storm shredded my staple job. Plastic caps hold up way better...wish I'd known sooner.
Agreed on synthetic underlayment, but curious—anyone tried peel-and-stick membranes in high-wind areas? I've heard they're pricier but might hold up better long-term. Wondering if they're worth the extra cost...
I've done a few peel-and-stick jobs in coastal areas, and honestly, they hold up pretty well. Yeah, they're pricier upfront, but if you're regularly dealing with high winds or stormy weather, the peace of mind alone is worth it. Had one client whose roof survived a hurricane practically untouched while neighbors lost shingles left and right...he was pretty smug about it afterward, lol. If your budget allows, I'd say go for it.