I gotta be honest I watched this expecting to see some BS about how great the Davinci product was but the problem solving and thought process was so cool to follow. From One Roofer to another, Best
It's interesting seeing the long stretches of lead used. In the UK guidance is to cut at a maximum of every 150cm and overlap neighbouring joints, to help prevent the expansion leading to buckling/twisting/splitting.
Yeah I thought that was a rule with lead... it rips hole's in the lead if its not done in sections the rolls in Ireland are usually 6m so we cut them in 2m sections or 6'6" sections with a minimum of 5" overlap.. with all the movement in expansion and contraction you are only meant to nail the top of it so it can move easier...
That roof is outstanding. Your team taking the time and effort to adjust so that there are no cuts to make the edges work out and the courses are all the same clear to the top speaks volumes about how well this home is being built. Great job. Thanks for the videos
I like the look of the synthetic slate and have considered it but even UV rated plastic breaks down in sunlight over time and I just can’t do it. Love this channel, keep ‘em coming.
Everything breaks down in sunlight and these seem to be more or as durable than asphalt or wood shakes and at a fifth of the cost of real slate it definitely has a place in the market.
Wow. Very pretty. Looks quality. Unfortunatly I'm positive it is beyond anything in my budget. If money was no object I would pick this over real slate.
Fine looking roof, might look into it as a weight saving option for my trailer. Few Q's: __1 square weighs? __White stack going to be skinned with copper or shingle color sleeve? __probably need DaVinci to answer but, IF one must cut a shingle vertically, is there a solvent to meld 2 cut pieces together? __IF a piece needed shortening and maintain a flush look, will it belt sand down or will the belt gum up? __Woodpeckers a problem on roof tiles? I've seen them bang through plastic siding. THANKS!!!
interesting call on the material. Though man that roof would be beautiful in cedar. Also would be good to paint the PVC vent pipe in black or wrap in copper. Would be a much nicer finish.
Hope this helps "DaVinci Roofscapes offers manufactured slate tile that has Class A or Class C Fire Rating according to ASTM E108 specifications. Only materials that will guarantee your safety and the safety of your property and surrounding properties during a fire should be used for roofing."
According to their specs "Our products are backed by a Lifetime Limited Materials Warranty on residences and a 50-year warranty on commercial projects.” Even though they don't give you a number, you can expect to get around 40-50 years of life out of a DaVinci roof as long as it's installed correctly."
love your building work and thoughtfullness but you could have done a pleated copper valley like they do with traditional slate. Solder isnt necessary.
Damn. Love the NS attention to detail in design and execution. What are the environmental considerations of this product vs asphalt? I wonder if it it could be engineered to be more cost effective+environmentally-friendly. Would look amazing in a photovoltaic version as well
A lot of composite shingle companies make composite siding. Would you consider using composite siding as well in the future? It might be more in cost, but no maintenance in the future
Why did they put in a bright white stack vent??? Was Black not available? It really pulls your eye to the sewage vent. The contrast! Not aesthetic at all! Fail. 😫
What is the price differential compared to cedar? Most of the houses in the town I live in are cedar roofs, many that need replacing, and I'm sure this product would go down well here.
What a beautiful home. The attention detail on the exterior is next level.
Really appreciate that, the team is doing a fantastic job
I gotta be honest I watched this expecting to see some BS about how great the Davinci product was but the problem solving and thought process was so cool to follow.
From One Roofer to another, Best
Thanks man, trying to bring more value than that.
You guys are a top notch elite builder without question!!!
Thank you!
Such a great intro, so cool to see all that progress!
Agreed, Loving seeing it progress
It's interesting seeing the long stretches of lead used. In the UK guidance is to cut at a maximum of every 150cm and overlap neighbouring joints, to help prevent the expansion leading to buckling/twisting/splitting.
Interesting. Never heard of that.
Yeah I thought that was a rule with lead... it rips hole's in the lead if its not done in sections the rolls in Ireland are usually 6m so we cut them in 2m sections or 6'6" sections with a minimum of 5" overlap.. with all the movement in expansion and contraction you are only meant to nail the top of it so it can move easier...
Roof is beautiful and cleanly detailed.
Thank you
That roof is outstanding. Your team taking the time and effort to adjust so that there are no cuts to make the edges work out and the courses are all the same clear to the top speaks volumes about how well this home is being built.
Great job. Thanks for the videos
Adding a little forethought makes a huge difference in the end result
@@NSBuilders The old saying - Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance
The attention to detail is unparalleled! Thanks for the content.
Thank you
Obsessed with that roof
Me too
Beautiful Roof system. You should do a tour of DaVinci. I think that would be great video.
Oh great idea!
I like the look of the synthetic slate and have considered it but even UV rated plastic breaks down in sunlight over time and I just can’t do it.
Love this channel, keep ‘em coming.
Everything breaks down in sunlight and these seem to be more or as durable than asphalt or wood shakes and at a fifth of the cost of real slate it definitely has a place in the market.
@@Fred-vy1hm this is why I like concrete roof tiles and have them on my house. If you seal them with a densifier they should last a lifetime.
Beautiful work. Great team effort
Appreciate it
Wow. Very pretty. Looks quality. Unfortunatly I'm positive it is beyond anything in my budget. If money was no object I would pick this over real slate.
Thanks
Fine looking roof, might look into it as a weight saving option for my trailer. Few Q's:
__1 square weighs?
__White stack going to be skinned with copper or shingle color sleeve?
__probably need DaVinci to answer but, IF one must cut a shingle vertically, is there a solvent to meld 2 cut pieces together?
__IF a piece needed shortening and maintain a flush look, will it belt sand down or will the belt gum up?
__Woodpeckers a problem on roof tiles? I've seen them bang through plastic siding.
THANKS!!!
Home has so much character, just spectacular
Kudos to Tiek
*Spectacular home!* I love to see things done the right way. That roof will last many decades.
Thank you
How do you know? " That roof will last many decades."
They Graced the entire thing bro...those tiles could blow off and I wouldn't leak for years
interesting call on the material. Though man that roof would be beautiful in cedar. Also would be good to paint the PVC vent pipe in black or wrap in copper. Would be a much nicer finish.
I'm likely going to use the multi-width slate line. What color did you use on this build? Looks authentic and beautiful!
I was wondering the same thing
Slate gray
Well crafted project. Can the white PVC vent pipe be changed out for copper too?
painted?
Learned a ton! Thanks for your content.
Beautiful.
Thank you
Thanks for the video, I had the same question
What question?
it looks great but i wonder how that will hold up over time. will it warp? split? whats the fire rating?
Hope this helps "DaVinci Roofscapes offers manufactured slate tile that has Class A or Class C Fire Rating according to ASTM E108 specifications. Only materials that will guarantee your safety and the safety of your property and surrounding properties during a fire should be used for roofing."
Attention to detail as always. Quality builder
Beautiful and amazing piece of work! Love the videos!
Thank you
It’s really rewarding to see such attention to detail by all the trades that follow . Super stoked to see this house getting to the finish stages!
Appreciate it. I know we feel the same way
Hawt diggity damn! That’s a nice house.
Thanks!
Love the roof and considering Da Vinci cedar roof. What is the siding used? Cedar shingles or composite? Awesome content!
We used cedar and boral on the siding
That looks great. What is the lifespan of that roof?
According to their specs "Our products are backed by a Lifetime Limited Materials Warranty on residences and a 50-year warranty on commercial projects.” Even though they don't give you a number, you can expect to get around 40-50 years of life out of a DaVinci roof as long as it's installed correctly."
love your building work and thoughtfullness but you could have done a pleated copper valley like they do with traditional slate. Solder isnt necessary.
Damn. Love the NS attention to detail in design and execution.
What are the environmental considerations of this product vs asphalt? I wonder if it it could be engineered to be more cost effective+environmentally-friendly. Would look amazing in a photovoltaic version as well
Great idea.
A lot of composite shingle companies make composite siding. Would you consider using composite siding as well in the future? It might be more in cost, but no maintenance in the future
Great point, we consider it but did decide on the cedar for side walls
Problem with composite roof and verge materials they lose colour overtime with exposure UV rays.
How do these composite slates hold up on very hot day
I can't imagine overall cost, especially in this economy
Composite shingles run from ~$7.50 to $12 a sqft, just to give some perspective on what the cost is.
Why did they put in a bright white stack vent???
Was Black not available?
It really pulls your eye to the sewage vent.
The contrast!
Not aesthetic at all!
Fail. 😫
Is this the castle grey color?
❤BEAUTIFUL!! I wished you could share the cost
I would reach out to your local roof vendor/installer, it'll be market dependant
What is the price differential compared to cedar? Most of the houses in the town I live in are cedar roofs, many that need replacing, and I'm sure this product would go down well here.
I would check with local suppliers. Every market is different. At the time it was about a 25% savings but cedar has since stabilized more
Did you install the DaVinci shingles in a staggered position?
Ah yes
What's the life time of a roof like this.
50+ years
it is a plastic roof and you can see they're already turning white (bleaching in the sun) at the time of this video.