Roof Underlayment vs. Tar Paper
When roofing a newly-built house, many homeowners will focus on the exterior roofing materials and forget about the roofing underlayment. While it’s hidden below the roofing material, the underlayment plays a vital role. It adds another layer of protection to a roof. With many roofing underlayment types available, you’re perhaps contemplating whether to invest in tar (felt) paper or synthetic underlayment. While both are great underlayment options, each has unique features, pros, and cons to consider before selecting any. In …