Puyallup, WA
Roofing in Puyallup, WA
Roofing for Puyallup homes, from Builders Service Company.
Moss on roofs is a standing problem in the South Sound, where rain runs heavier than in the central Sound. Moss holds water against the roof surface, so the parts you don’t see matter as much as the roofing itself: the underlayment, the flashing at walls, chimneys and vents, and attic ventilation that lets the roof deck dry out between storms. Gutters and the roof edge need to stay clear so water leaves the roof instead of backing up under it.
We install two main roof types and give them equal weight:
- Asphalt shingle roofing, installed over new underlayment with the flashing details checked at every wall and penetration.
- EDCO metal roofing, available in a range of colors and finishes, for owners who want to move away from shingles.
Pierce County assessor records show 1% of single-family homes with metal roofs, 1% with wood shake and 4% with tile. If yours is one of the few shake roofs, the moss and rot that old shakes collect in this climate are the usual reason to replace them with asphalt or EDCO metal.
Roof age follows the build year. Houses from before 2000 have often been reroofed at least once, so a tear-off can uncover more than one layer; we check for that during the consultation. Wildfire risk is rated low here, at the 45th percentile statewide, so rain and moss drive most roofing decisions.
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Puyallup roofing FAQ
Should I choose a metal roof or asphalt shingles?
Both work well here, and we give them equal weight. We install asphalt shingle roofing and EDCO metal roofing in a range of colors and finishes. Roof moss is the main local concern, so the underlayment, flashing and attic ventilation matter as much as the roofing you see. We'll look at your current roof, its layers and your goals before recommending one.
Why does moss keep growing on my roof?
Moss grows on roofs across the South Sound because rain here runs heavier than in the central Sound and roofs stay damp for long stretches. Moss holds water against the roof surface, so keeping gutters and the roof edge clear helps. When it's time to replace, we install asphalt shingle or EDCO metal roofing, with attention to underlayment, flashing and attic ventilation that lets the roof deck dry out.
