A: Thank you for your question. Pro-Start Starter Strips are made with a high-quality, properly positioned adhesive applied at the factory to help prevent shingle blow-off. Designed for use with 3-tabs and Timberline shingles.
by|May 15, 2024
Q:Can I use this as a temporary roof on my entire house and place over the top of asphalt shingles that are old?
by|May 7, 2024
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A: GAF would not recommend installing the peel-and-stick Liberty to an existing roof system. Please refer to the current application instructions for complete details. https://www.gaf.com/en-us/roofing-products/commercial-roofing-products/modified-bitumen/sbs-membrane/sbs-cap-sheets-self-adhering/liberty-sbs-self-adhering-cap-sheet/documents
by|May 8, 2024
Q:Can I use this as the only roofing on a shed ?
by|May 5, 2024
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A: Hello, the Liberty Cap Sheet product is ideal for primed low-slope roof areas of 1/4:12 to 3:12 pitch, such as sheds, porches, garages, carports and sunrooms. Thank you for your question. For additional information, please call our technical services team at 877-GAF-ROOF.
by|May 9, 2024
Q:Can Liberty SBS Self-Adhering Cap Sheet Roll be adhered to Taran Type 30# ASTM Felt underlayment.
by|May 4, 2024
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A: "Thank you for your question. It is not recommended to install Liberty to an existing roof membrane. Depending on which ply system you are using. For 1-Ply installation we recommend installing the Liberty Cap Sheet on primed plywood deck. If you are looking for the 2-Ply application with the LIBERTY SBS Base/Ply Sheet, please order this online or contact your local Pro Desk and see if they would be able to special order this product for you. We would then recommend installing the Liberty Base sheet on the primed plywood deck and the Liberty Cap Sheet on top of the Base Sheet. For additional information, please call our technical services team at 877-GAF-ROOF.
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by|May 9, 2024
Q:Can Deck tile be installed over this product as a terrace.
by|May 3, 2024
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A: Hello, the Liberty Cap Sheet an asphaltic membranes are considered a waterproofing roofing membrane, ideal for primed low-slope residential roof areas between 1/4:12 to 3:12 pitch. For additional information, please call our technical services team at 877-GAF-ROOF. Thank you.
by|May 6, 2024
Q:Can this product be used for low slope roof with deck tile over this product for balcony purpose
by|May 3, 2024
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A: """Thank you for your question. Depending on which ply system you are using. For 1-Ply installation we recommend installing the Liberty Cap Sheet on primed approved substrate. It is not recommended to install Liberty to an existing roof membrane. If you are looking for the 2-Ply application with the iberty Base/Ply Sheet, you can order this online or please contact your local Pro Desk and see if they would be able to special order this product for you. We would then recommend installing the Liberty Base sheet on the primed appropriate substrate and the Liberty Cap Sheet on top of the Base Sheet. For additional information, please call our technical services team at 877-GAF-ROOF.
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by|May 6, 2024
Q:Does the drip edge go under or above the self sticking roof.
by|May 1, 2024
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A: Hello, Starter strips should overhang eaves and rakes by 1/4" to 3/4". Where the drip edge extends out from the eaves and rakes, Pro-Start Starter Strips may be placed flush with the drip edge. For any additional questions, please give our technical team a call at 877-GAF-ROOF.
by|May 6, 2024
Q:Can this priduct be used over a metal roof
by|Apr 29, 2024
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A: GAF Liberty products should not be installed directly onto a metal roof. For available attachment options on your specific roof, please call our technical team at 877-GAF-ROOF (877-423-7663), Option 5 and they can assist you with solutions on your specific situation. Thank you.