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[Ota-ku, Tokyo] | Roof Renovation | We applied the roof overlay method on a roof with a skylight!

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Hello!
We are Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd., a specialist in roof repairs, exterior painting, and exterior renovations located in Aoba-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture!

This time, we would like to introduce a case study of a roof renovation in Ota-ku, Tokyo. The work involved is the roof overlay (cover method)!

Thank you very much for choosing Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd. from among many contractors.


Ota-ku, Tokyo | Construction Data

Construction Location
Ota-ku, Tokyo
Construction Details
Roof Overlay (Cover Method) (Roof Repair) 
Temporary Scaffolding Installation
Inquiry Details and Background to the Construction

〇Inquiry Details
We received an inquiry from a customer living in Ota-ku, Tokyo, with the following requests:
・“I contacted you because pieces of the roof have fallen onto my balcony, and I am worried.”
・“The house is 18 years old, and I have never done any roof renovations, so I am considering a complete roof renovation.”
・“I would like you to check whether a roof painting will suffice or if a roof overlay method is necessary.”
・“I want to keep costs down as I am not sure how long I will be living here.”

〇Investigation Results
The existing roofing material is “Colonial NEO,” which cannot be painted.
Due to numerous cracks and missing roofing materials, the only effective roof renovation method available was the overlay method.

〇Proposal Details
Since you requested to keep costs down with the roof overlay method, we have proposed the Nichiha/Alma roof overlay method.
The roofing sheet and batten have been suggested based on the durability of the roofing materials!

Existing Substrate / Materials Used

Roof Overlay Method (Roof Repair)
・Existing Roofing Material: Slate
・Materials Used for Roof Overlay Method (Roof Repair): Nichiha / Alma (Color: Brown AR)
・Roofing Sheet: Jouyu Pulp Industry / Sunlight G
・Batten: Resin Batten

Price Range
700,000 – 750,000
Construction Period
Approximately 5 days
Completion Month
August 2024

Roof Overlay Method (Roof Repair) | Construction Procedure

1. Existing Ridge and Snow Stop Demolition

We will dismantle unnecessary parts (ridge flashing) for the roof overlay (repair)! The existing ridge base is made of cedar, which has a durability of about 10 to 15 years.
The area in the middle of the photo with a hole is where the ventilation ridge was installed.
The ventilation ridge serves to release heat and moisture from the attic!

Once the durability period is exceeded, corrosion and discoloration can occur, leading to the detachment or scattering of the ridge flashing.

2. Roofing Installation (Waterproof Sheet)

The roofing used is Jouyu Pulp Industry / Sunlight G! It is a modified asphalt roofing material that is said to have twice the durability of regular asphalt roofing.

As a primary waterproofing measure, if the roofing is properly installed, there will be no leaks. We will ensure it is securely adhered to prevent it from blowing away. The roofing material we will use this time, Alma, has a durability of about 20 to 25 years, so we have used a roofing sheet with a matching durability!

3. Accessory Processing (Karakusa & Keraba)

Before the main roof construction, we will process and install accessories such as keraba and karakusa.

Around the skylight is prone to leaks, so we will raise the roofing and apply waterproof tape before performing metal processing. The accessories used will be made of galvalume steel!

4. Main Construction (Nichiha / Alma)

After processing the ridge cap, we will install the Alma body up to the ridge. We will also securely apply single cement during the construction.
Around the skylight, we will create a waste board with sheet metal processing to prevent rainwater intrusion.

Once we have installed up to the ridge, we will set up the necessary materials to fix the ridge cap, known as the “kanban.” Our company offers three types of kanban: cedar, resin, and Galvalume steel, and this time we used resin!

Resin products can be expected to have twice the durability of cedar products. We also recommend choosing materials with durability close to that of new roofing materials.

5. Ridge Cap Processing and Sealing

Next, we will process and install the ridge cap. We will securely apply sealing on the inside of the joints.
We also installed a new ventilation ridge!

For the screws used for fixing, we will use screw with packing made of stainless steel that is resistant to rust!

Screws with packing are less likely to come loose compared to nails, securely fixing the ridge cap to the kanban!

5. Cleaning

We will clean up any debris that has fallen onto balconies and other areas. We will thoroughly remove items such as nails and metal scraps that could cause injuries. Additionally, we will wipe away any footprints left on the roof to ensure it looks clean.

About Roofing Materials

The roofing material used is Nichiwa’s Alma. Alma comes with a 10-year manufacturer warranty.

Since it uses natural stone with baked-on paint on the surface, you won’t be troubled by the sound of rain. Moreover, as it is a roofing material that does not require painting, maintenance costs are kept low!

Excellent finish, durability, sound insulation, and wind resistance make it a lightweight option compared to other roofing materials, which reduces the sway during earthquakes, providing better earthquake resistance. In the roof overlay (cover method) work we conducted this time (roof repair), the roof will become double-layered, increasing the weight; however, Alma is a lightweight roofing material, making it suitable for the roof overlay (cover method) work (roof repair).

Colors

■ Black AR
Nihachi Alma Black

■ Gray AR
Nihachi AR Gray

■ Green AR
Nihachi AR Green

■ Brown AR
Nihachi AR Brown

■Camel AR
ニハチ AR キャメル

You can choose from the above 5 colors!

This time, we completed a roof overlay (cover method) (roof repair) with Brown AR, and it turned out very well! The customer was extremely satisfied, and I was very happy as well. Thank you very much!

Please check out other roof overlay (cover method) (roof repair) case studies here!

Roof Material

Nichiha / Armor

Roof Material Color

Brown AR

ニハチ AR ブラウン

For roof renovations in Ota-ku, Tokyo,
trust Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd.!

Our company is based in Aoba-ku, Yokohama, but we also have numerous construction achievements in Ota-ku, Tokyo. We are happy to assist with roof overlay (cover method) (roof repair), roof replacement work, and even partial roof repairs such as leak repairs.

If you have any questions or concerns, such as “I just want to know the estimate for roof renovations” or “I want to know about roofing materials”, please feel free to contact us!

List of Areas in Ota-ku, Tokyo

Ikegami, Ota-ku / Ishikawacho, Ota-ku / Unoki, Ota-ku / Omori Kita, Ota-ku / Omori Naka, Ota-ku / Omori Nishi, Ota-ku / Omori Higashi, Ota-ku / Omori Honcho, Ota-ku / Omori Minami, Ota-ku / Kamata, Ota-ku / Kamata Honcho, Ota-ku / Kamiikegai, Ota-ku / Kitakojiya, Ota-ku / Kitachinbo, Ota-ku / Kitamakigome, Ota-ku / Kitarincho, Ota-ku / Kugahara, Ota-ku / Keihinjima, Ota-ku / Sanno, Ota-ku / Shimomaruko, Ota-ku / Jonanjima, Ota-ku / Showajima, Ota-ku / Shinkamata, Ota-ku / Tamagawa, Ota-ku / Chidori, Ota-ku / Chuo, Ota-ku / Denenchofu, Ota-ku / Denenchofu Honcho, Ota-ku / Denenchofu Minami, Ota-ku / Tokai, Ota-ku / Nakaikegai, Ota-ku / Nakabokubo, Ota-ku / Nakaro, Ota-ku / Nishikamata, Ota-ku / Nishikojiya, Ota-ku / Nishimakigome, Ota-ku / Nishirincho, Ota-ku / Nishirokugo, Ota-ku / Haginaka, Ota-ku / Haneda, Ota-ku / Haneda Asahicho, Ota-ku / Haneda Airport, Ota-ku / Higashikamata, Ota-ku / Higashikojiya, Ota-ku / Higashimakigome, Ota-ku / Higashirincho, Ota-ku / Higashiyaguchi, Ota-ku / Higashiyukigaya, Ota-ku / Higashirokugo, Ota-ku / Furusato no Hamabe Park, Ota-ku / Heiwajima, Ota-ku / Heiwa no Mori Park, Ota-ku / Honhaneda, Ota-ku / Minamikamata, Ota-ku / Minamikugahara, Ota-ku / Minamichinbo, Ota-ku / Minamimakigome, Ota-ku / Minamiyukigaya, Ota-ku / Minamirokugo, Ota-ku / Yaguchi, Ota-ku / Yukigaya Otsuka-cho

Long-Term Reliability

All roofing materials we use come from reliable manufacturers that offer long-term warranties. For example, the Nichiha Alma used this time comes with a 10-year manufacturer warranty. This means you can use it with peace of mind for a long time after just one renovation.

Additionally, Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd. offers annual aftercare maintenance, and we send out aftercare maintenance DM once a year. During aftercare maintenance, we also provide simple repairs, such as sealing cuts, free of charge.

Summary

This concludes our roofing renovation achievements in Ota-ku, Tokyo.

There are many types of roofing materials that can be used with the roof overlay (cover method), each with its own advantages! At Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd., we handle a wide variety of roofing materials and can propose the most suitable options according to our customers’ needs!

Estimates and inspections are, of course, free! If you have any concerns regarding roofs, rain gutters, exteriors, or landscaping, please feel free to consult Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd. in Aoba-ku, Yokohama!

Kakeru Koumuten Co., Ltd. is a renovation company strong in exterior renovations. From temporary scaffolding to roofing work and exterior painting, we handle everything in-house! Regarding exterior renovation work, we are confident that we do not fall short compared to other companies in terms of “cost, quality, and efficiency.”

We are confident, so we welcome competitive estimates! With comprehensive construction guarantees and aftercare maintenance, we have received positive feedback for our appropriate proposals that match our customers’ future life plans and cost performance.

“I’m glad I asked them!” We take every request seriously to ensure you feel this way.

We look forward to your inquiries. Thank you very much.

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