Underlayment for Decra tile roof

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Underlayment for Decra tile roof

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There is a family of newer underlayments called "synthetics" which much of the industry uses. You may still thought want to reach out to Decra for their input.
Todd Miller
2013-12-24 05:56:42.000000
We are considering replacing a Cat. 4 cedar shake wood roof with the DECRA tile roof. My question is what underlayment should we request to be used on our roof. Amarillo is an extremely dry city with a wide range of temperatures. Over 100 in summer and as low as negative numbers in winter. We have frequent high wind days and not a "lot" of rain or other moisture throughout the year. I did look on DECRA's website and saw what they required, but it leaves whether 15# or 30# is used to the discretion of the installer. What is best for my conditions? Why? It listed ASTM D 226 (Type I or II), ASTM D 4869 (Type I or II), and also ASTM D 1970. Thanks for your help. Shelley
Shelley Henson
2013-12-23 16:51:52.000000
+1 No reason to skimp here. I would use one of the synthetic underlayments here without question. Properly attached and cap nailed.
Eric Novotny
2013-12-24 16:53:25.000000