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How to Remove Old Peel-and-Stick From a Roof
Do I have to remove existing layers before installing new peel-and-stick to a roof, or can I apply a second layer?
The Basics of Peel-and-Stick Roof Underlayment
Self-adhering, self-sealing roof-underlayment installation is still misunderstood and raises a lot of questions for people.
Types of Peel-and-Stick Roof Membranes
What is the difference between granular-surfaced and plastic-coated peel-and-stick materials?
Does Applying Roof Underlaymet Cause Rot?
Mike Guertin answers questions about whether or not applying peel-and-stick to the entire house causes rot as well as what's required for the eave edge of a roof.
Grace Select Ice Barrier Membrane
A 25 mil version of the original Grace Ice and Water Shield, Grace Select is priced competitively with granular ice barrier sheets.
Ice Barriers Explained: What Materials Can You Use?
The IRC lists two options for an ice barrier, and others may be acceptable too.
Is an Ice Barrier Necessary for My Roof?
An IRC table lists whether or not an ice barrier is required, but not all roofing requires an ice barrier, even in ice-dam territory.
Ice-Dam Protection: How Far Up the Roof Slope?
Here's why 3 feet probably isn't high enough to meet code.

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