In August 2026, Crafted Exterior Services replaced the roof on a home in Gerrardstown, WV, in Berkeley County. The 12-square roof went on in Owens Corning Duration shingles over ProArmor synthetic underlayment in one day.
Project at a glance
- Location: Gerrardstown, WV
- Completed: August 2026
- Project duration: 1 day (August 25, 2026)
- Service: roof replacement
- Roof size: 12 squares
- Shingles: Owens Corning Duration with SureNail Technology
- Underlayment: Owens Corning ProArmor
- Drip edge: Black PVC-coated
What the homeowner said
Cindy Suter
Excellent experience. Everyone I came in contact with was punctual, professional and honest. My new roof looks amazing. I would highly recommend giving them a call if you are in the market for a new roof. They also do siding and decking. They are local and I think it’s important to support out local businesses.
About the area
Gerrardstown is a small community in southern Berkeley County, West Virginia, southwest of Martinsburg along the foot of North Mountain.
Tear-off
The challenge and how we solved it
The challenge: the old roof had reached the end of its life, and the homeowner wanted a full replacement done quickly and cleanly.
The solution: the crew removed the old roof down to the decking and installed a complete Owens Corning system, from drip edge and ProArmor underlayment to Duration shingles, in one day.
What we did
- Removed the existing roofing down to the decking so every sheet could be inspected.
- Installed black PVC-coated drip edge around the perimeter.
- Installed Owens Corning ProArmor synthetic underlayment, with ice and water shield along the eaves and in the valleys.
- Installed starter shingles around the perimeter.
- Installed Owens Corning Duration shingles with six nails per shingle.
- Installed Lifetime Ultimate pipe boots.
- Cleaned up and hauled away all debris.
The finished project
Why these materials
Owens Corning Duration shingles. Owens Corning rates Duration shingles Class 3 for impact resistance and builds them with SureNail Technology, a reinforced nailing strip for stronger holding power. Crafted installs them with six nails per shingle. Owens Corning lists a 130 mph wind warranty, rising to 160 mph when its required components and starter shingles are installed (see the manufacturer warranty for details).
Owens Corning ProArmor synthetic underlayment. A synthetic underlayment that Owens Corning says repels water better than 15 lb felt and gives the crew safer footing on the roof.
Ice and water shield. A self-adhering waterproof membrane along the eaves and in the valleys, where ice dams and wind-driven rain are most likely to push water under shingles.
Keeping your roof in good shape
- Clean the gutters and downspouts after the leaves drop in the fall, so water drains off the eaves instead of backing up under the shingles.
- Look the roof over from the ground after major wind or hail storms. The National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington office posts storm warnings for this area, and missing or creased shingles should be checked by a roofer before the next rain.
- Keep the attic vents open. Insulation pushed against the soffit vents blocks the airflow the ridge vent depends on.
- Have the pipe boots and flashing looked at every few years. Those joints are where small leaks usually start.
- Never pressure wash the shingles. It strips the protective granules off the surface.
Frequently asked questions
Owens Corning Duration shingles with SureNail Technology, over ProArmor synthetic underlayment.
About 12 squares.
One day, August 25, 2026.
Yes. Crafted serves Gerrardstown, Martinsburg, Inwood, Hedgesville and the rest of Berkeley County, West Virginia.
Planning a roof project in Berkeley County, WV?
Crafted Exterior Services serves Gerrardstown, Martinsburg and the rest of Berkeley County. See our Martinsburg, WV roofing services, learn about our roof replacement process, or request a free estimate.