Solar Removal, Rafter Rebuild & Partial Roof Replacement in Natick, MA – Owens Corning Duration, Onyx Black
July 2026
Comprehensive roofing project on a classic ranch-style home in Natick, Massachusetts, starting with the removal of the customer's existing solar panels to provide full access to the roof. Once tear-off began, our team uncovered severe structural damage: the existing rafters had rotted out due to trapped moisture caused by improperly installed spray foam insulation in the attic — a serious building science issue where the foam created a vapor barrier that held moisture against the wood, slowly destroying it from the inside. We rebuilt the affected structure with eight (8) new 2x6 rafters, restoring the home to a solid, code-compliant frame. The deck was then redone with premium 3/4" real plywood sheathing for a thicker, stronger, more rigid substrate built to hold fasteners and perform for decades. The roof was completed with a partial re-roof that tied cleanly into the existing roofline, finished with Owens Corning Duration Shingles with SureNail Technology in Onyx Black for a bold, modern look. Synthetic underlayment and ice & water shield provide layered moisture protection. To top it off, the chimney flashing was fully replaced with custom black metal coil flashing for a sharp, weather-tight finish that complements the new roof. A true craftsmanship-driven project — proof that a quality roof starts with diagnosing what's underneath the shingles, not just covering it up.
2x6 Lumber (Rafter Replacement), 3/4" Real Plywood Sheathing, Aluminum Trim Coil – Black (Factory Painted), Owens Corning Duration Shingles with SureNail Technology, Partial Roof Replacement
Solar Removal, Rafter Rebuild & Partial Roof Replacement in Natick, MA – Owens Corning Duration, Onyx Black
Comprehensive roofing project on a classic ranch-style home in Natick, Massachusetts, starting with the removal of the customer's existing solar panels to provide full access to the roof. Once tear-off began, our team uncovered severe structural damage: the existing rafters had rotted out due to trapped moisture caused by improperly installed spray foam insulation in the attic — a serious building science issue where the foam created a vapor barrier that held moisture against the wood, slowly destroying it from the inside. We rebuilt the affected structure with eight (8) new 2x6 rafters, restoring the home to a solid, code-compliant frame. The deck was then redone with premium 3/4" real plywood sheathing for a thicker, stronger, more rigid substrate built to hold fasteners and perform for decades. The roof was completed with a partial re-roof that tied cleanly into the existing roofline, finished with Owens Corning Duration Shingles with SureNail Technology in Onyx Black for a bold, modern look. Synthetic underlayment and ice & water shield provide layered moisture protection. To top it off, the chimney flashing was fully replaced with custom black metal coil flashing for a sharp, weather-tight finish that complements the new roof. A true craftsmanship-driven project — proof that a quality roof starts with diagnosing what's underneath the shingles, not just covering it up.