Full Roof Replacement - Frost Hollow Rd, Easton PA | Roofera
A Real Roofera Project in Easton, PA
A project “Single family roof replacement Easton PA” was completed by Roofera after a new homeowner made the decision to replace the roof immediately after purchasing the property. Rather than inherit someone else’s aging roof, he wanted to start fresh with a system he could count on — and given what we found during the tear-off, that turned out to be exactly the right call.
The home is approximately 100 years old, and the original roof structure reflected that — old board sheathing with gaps too wide between the boards to properly support a modern shingle system or maintain manufacturer warranty compliance. Every detail on this job had to account for the age of the structure underneath.
- Location: Frost Hollow Rd, Easton, PA
- County: Northampton County
- Property Type: Single-Family Home
- Service Performed: Full Roof Replacement
- Shingle Installed: GAF Timberline HDZ – Hickory
- Underlayment: FeltBuster Premium Synthetic Underlayment
- Leak Barrier: WeatherWatch Ice & Water Shield
- Specialty Work: Full Plywood Decking Installation Over Existing Board Sheathing, Chimney Flashing, Ridge Vent
- Project Duration: 1 Day
- Completed By: Roofera
Did you know?
Easton’s older neighborhoods are home to a significant number of properties built in the early 1900s, many of which still have their original board sheathing underneath multiple layers of roofing material. When these homes change hands and new owners invest in a full replacement, the board sheathing issue almost always comes up — and handling it correctly is the difference between a roof that lasts and one that fails prematurely.
A single family roof replacement on Frost Hollow Rd in Easton, PA — or anywhere in the Winslow area — on a century-old home requires a crew that understands historic construction and knows how to bring the underlying structure up to modern standards without compromising the integrity of the home.
Mid-spring and fall are the best roofing seasons in the Lehigh Valley — mild temperatures, low humidity, and minimal rain create ideal conditions for shingle installation and adhesion. This project benefited from exactly those conditions, with temperatures in the mid-seventies and clear skies throughout the day.
What We Found During the Inspection
This single family roof replacement on Frost Hollow Rd in Easton, PA started with a thorough inspection of the existing roof structure. The home’s age told us to expect the unexpected — and the original board sheathing underneath confirmed it.
Once the old roofing materials were removed, we found:
- Original board sheathing approximately 100 years old with gaps too wide between boards for proper shingle installation
- Gaps in the sheathing that would compromise the performance and warranty of any new shingle system installed directly over them
- Chimney flashing that had deteriorated and needed full replacement
- No ridge ventilation — the attic had no meaningful airflow
Installing new shingles directly over gapped board sheathing is a shortcut that voids manufacturer warranties and leads to premature shingle failure. The only correct solution was to install a full layer of plywood over the existing boards before any new roofing material went down.
How We Solved It
For this single family roof replacement on Frost Hollow Rd in Easton, PA, we performed a complete tear-off of the existing roofing system before addressing the underlying sheathing. Rather than remove the original 100-year-old boards — which would have added significant time and cost — we installed a full layer of new plywood directly over them, closing all the gaps and creating a solid, warranty-compliant surface for the new roofing system.
The weather cooperated perfectly — mid-seventies, clear skies, ideal roofing conditions — and the crew was able to complete the full installation in a single day.
Work completed on this project:
- Complete tear-off of the existing roofing system
- Full plywood sheathing installed over the existing board decking to close gaps and meet warranty requirements
- FeltBuster premium synthetic underlayment installed across the entire roof surface
- WeatherWatch ice & water shield applied at all eaves, chimney base, and vulnerable penetrations
- GAF Timberline HDZ Hickory shingles installed across the full roof
- Ridge cap shingles applied along all ridgelines
- New continuous ridge vent installed at the peak for attic ventilation
- Chimney flashing fully rebuilt and integrated with the new underlayment system
- Job site cleaned and cleared before end of day
The plywood overlay was the most important decision on this job. It’s not a shortcut — it’s the correct solution for a century-old home with board sheathing, and the only way to ensure the new GAF system performs as intended and the warranty remains valid.
The Roof Transformation
Real project photos from the job site, showing the condition before work started and the finished result.
Project Photos
Materials Used on This Project
GAF Timberline HDZ – Hickory
A dimensional asphalt shingle with a warm, natural wood tone. Hickory complements the exterior of older Easton homes and delivers strong wind resistance and durability.
FeltBuster
Installed across the full roof surface beneath the shingles as a secondary moisture barrier.
WeatherWatch
Applied at all eaves, chimney base, and penetrations for added leak protection at the most vulnerable areas of the roof.
Chimney Flashing
Chimney flashing was removed and rebuilt with new material, fully integrated with the underlayment system below.
New Continuous Ridge Vent
Installed along the roof peak to provide consistent attic ventilation across the full length of the roofline.
Full Plywood Sheathing Over Existing Boards
New plywood installed over the original 100-year-old board sheathing to close gaps, meet warranty requirements, and create a solid base for the new roofing system.
Roofing Details Recorded for This Job
Finished Roof, Cleaner Job Site, Better Protection
This single family roof replacement on Frost Hollow Rd in Easton, PA gave the new homeowner exactly what he was looking for — a brand new roofing system installed correctly from day one, with no inherited problems and no compromised warranty.
The GAF Timberline HDZ Hickory shingles bring a warm, natural tone that suits the character of an older home, while delivering the performance and wind resistance of a modern architectural shingle system. The new plywood deck, proper ventilation, and rebuilt chimney flashing mean this roof is built to last.
The homeowner, who found us online, was very happy with the result. The job was done in a single day and the site was left clean.
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Questions About This Type of Project
Why did you install plywood over the existing board sheathing instead of removing it?
On a 100-year-old home, the original board sheathing is nailed directly into the rafters and removing it adds significant labor and cost. Installing new plywood over the existing boards is the correct solution — it closes the gaps between boards, creates a uniform surface, and allows the new shingle system to perform as designed and maintain the manufacturer warranty.
Does installing plywood over old boards affect the roof's performance?
No — when done correctly it improves it. The new plywood layer creates a solid, gap-free surface that supports proper shingle adhesion, nail holding, and moisture resistance. The finished system performs exactly as it would on a new build.
Why is it important to replace the roof when buying an older home?
Replacing it immediately after closing eliminates uncertainty, prevents water damage to the interior, and gives the new homeowner a full warranty from day one rather than an unknown number of years left on someone else’s installation.
What makes GAF Timberline HDZ Hickory a good choice for older homes in Easton?
Hickory’s warm brown and tan tones complement the brick, stone, and wood siding common on older Easton properties. The Timberline HDZ offers strong wind resistance, a layered dimensional appearance, and a proven track record on homes throughout the Lehigh Valley.
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