Buckling
Causes
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Improperly applied felt
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Wrinkled under layment
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Roof deck movement
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Spacers not used in between roof deck boards
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Poor roof ventilation
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New shingles applied over old, rough shingles
Recommendations
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Allow moisture to escape the Roofing System. This can be a slow process and
could take until the following spring. Once the Roofing System reaches the proper moisture content,
the roof should lay flat and the buckling problem should not return.
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Remove the shingles that are affected. Cut the wrinkle in the felt and replace the shingles.
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Add ventilation to the attic space. The minimum requirement is one square foot of net free vent area
per 150 square feet of attic floor space if a vapor retarder is not present. If a vapor retarder is present,
the amount of required ventilation can be reduced to one square foot of net free vent area per 300 square feet
of attic floor space.
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Consult the services of a professional. Make sure to apply shingles in accordance with the shingle manufacturer's recommendations.
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