Roof Decking Replacement and Shingle Roof Tear-Off in Los Angeles

On June 4, 2025, Roof Repairs CA initiated a critical roofing project at 1825 S Ogden Dr in Los Angeles, CA. The existing roof showed severe degradation, both on the surface and underneath. During our initial tear-off, we discovered that many sections of the original wood decking had suffered from prolonged water exposure, leading to dry rot, softness, and structural compromise.

The tear-off process revealed widespread wear across the shingles and roofing felt, with most of the underlayment adhering unevenly to the wood due to heat damage. Our team removed all remaining debris and prepared for full decking replacement. Before continuing, we installed a temporary plastic tarp system across the entire exposed roof to protect the interior from unexpected weather shifts and maintain site safety.

The underlying boards were uneven, with visible warping and soft spots near vent penetrations and valleys—high-risk areas for future leaks. Using solid plywood replacements, we refortified the entire roof deck, providing a stable and uniform base for the new roofing system to be installed in the following days.

This phase was essential not just for roof longevity but for ensuring that the next roofing layers would have a proper surface to adhere to, avoiding premature wear. Our team worked with precision and care to identify and resolve all compromised materials.

Rotten Decking Removal

• Identified soft and splitting wood beneath aged shingles

• Removed all deteriorated planks and cleared debris

Protective Tarp Installation

• Covered roof with industrial-grade plastic sheeting

• Secured with cap nails to keep structure dry and safe

Shingle Tear-Off Process

• Scraped off all layers of deteriorated roofing

• Cleared old underlayment, nails, and flashing debris

Deck Preparation for Roof Rebuild

• Reinforced new wood decking along valleys and edges

• Prepped entire surface for synthetic underlayment install