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Why You Should Always Overdeliver On Underlayment

Why You Should Always Overdeliver On Underlayment

Protect Your Customers’ Investment And Your Reputation.

Roofing underlayment is pretty much “out of sight, out of mind.” Once the shingles or metal goes on, nobody gives much thought to it because you can’t see it. That is, until something leaks. Then, homeowners wish their roofer had thought more about the underlayment when they were installing it.

Underlayment plays a vital role in the integrity of a roofing system. Most importantly, it adds another waterproof layer to the top of a home or building, helping to prevent leaks during heavy rain, high snow accumulation, and severe storms. An additional benefit is that it provides an extra layer of shielding in case the roof becomes damaged, or any shingles or shakes are blown away during a heavy storm. In those cases, roofing underlayment will provide protection until the repairs can be made and/or the shingles replaced. 

That’s why, even though it’s “out of sight,” skimping on the quality of your underlayment shouldn’t even be a consideration. At Marco, we certainly don’t consider skimping on quality when manufacturing ours. We use only the best materials in our proven HydraShell™ underlayment solutions, we subject them to the toughest testing, and we back them with industry-leading warranties. Each of our five different synthetic and self-adhering underlayment solutions provide peace of mind that’s absolutely Weather-Tite™.

HydraShell MAX, which is manufactured from 100% synthetic materials, has a four-layer construction making it 25 times stronger than #15 felt and 12 times stronger than #30 felt. HydraShell MAX has a Class A fire rating and a 90-day UV exposure rating. It won’t wrinkle or absorb water and it stays flexible in cold weather.

HydraShell Supreme is a lightweight, easy-to-install 100% synthetic underlayment for steeper slopes under asphalt shingles, synthetic shingles, cedar shakes and metal. With a unique four-layer construction that makes it 20 times stronger than #30 felt, HydraShell Supreme delivers superior lay-flat properties, won’t wrinkle or absorb water and stays flexible in cold weather. HydraShell Supreme has a Class A fire rating, is backed by a limited lifetime warranty, and is made in the USA.

HydraShell Supreme SA is the best choice in self-adhering synthetic underlayment for exceptional high-temperature and water protection. Made in the USA from polymer-modified asphalt, it features excellent pliability along with durable high-tensile and tear strengths. Backed by a 30-year limited warranty, you can count on long-term performance and protection.

HydraShell Premium underlayment is among the safest, strongest, and best-performing solutions on the market. It is both lighter and stronger than Type 15 or 30 felt and is easier to handle during installation. HydraShell Premium won’t buckle, warp or crack. It is made in the USA and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

HydraShell Premium SA is one of the strongest, most reliable options in self-adhered roof underlayment available. Made in the USA, HydraShell Premium SA has the widest functional temperature range of any self-adhered underlayment, creating a continuous water-shedding surface without nailing. It is up to four times lighter than competitive products (for easier installation) and is stronger than competitive products as well.

When it comes to underlayment, don’t be tempted to skimp. Your reputation depends upon the long-term quality of your installations. So, be sure to always provide superior protection for your customers’ roofs and everything underneath them.

To learn more about Marco, visit www.MarcoIndustries.com. To contact Marco directly, you can email or call 1-800-800-8590.