Klaus Larsen Roofing Before & After Photos

Some jobs have unexpected obstacles, like on this house in Portland. Upon removing the old roof, we found a gaping hole in the original construction. This required a full underlying structure rebuild to make it all one plane. With a foundation now providing support underneath, the finished roof turned out fantastic and much sturdier. We understand that every roof is different, and at Klaus Larsen we are always willing to adapt to unforeseen issues. 

A successful roofing job is about installing a functional, long lasting structure that serves to protect the home. However, the appearance of your house isn't ignored by any means. This Portland, CT property looks stunningly new with the simple addition of a new roof. From 'Aged Cedar' to 'Twilight Black,' we're sure to have something in store to fit your aesthetic needs. 

Originally known for its brownstone quarries and shipbuilding, Portland is one of Connecticut's most historically rich cities, and is one of many towns we've brought our craft to. This project entailed the tear off and recycling of one layer of shingles, followed by the installation of a roofing system (insured for 50 years by Owens Corning). The underlayment we use is completely resistant to tear, and provides an extremely water tight seal. We are very proud of this job!

Twenty years had gone by since this Gambrel style roof in Portland, CT was replaced. This type of construction dates back to the late 1600s and is perfect for providing more living space and for accommodating future additions. For this job we installed Ice & Water ahead of the drip edge, before extending it to wrap under the fascia. The existing gutter straps were reinstalled under Estate Gray shingles, as part of a complete OC roofing system. 

This homeowner was having issues with Ice Dams and had water stains on their ceiling from water damage. We completely stripped the existing roof and replaced 27 sheets of plywood decking that were damaged from water. We installed Owens Corning Weatherlock G Ice & Water from all eaves, valleys, and chimneys/skylights. For shingles, we used Owens Corning Duration TruDefinition Shingles in the color Estate Gray. This home had a skylight and chimney flashing which also needed replacing.