
Rhinelander, WI · Oneida County
Roof Replacement in Rhinelander, WI
When a roof in Rhinelander is past patching, Roof Masters does a complete tear-off — down to the deck, every time. You get to see what's under your shingles, we replace any rotted sheathing before it disappears under new material, and the price you sign is the price you pay.
Roof Replacement in Rhinelander — what’s included
- Complete tear-off to the deck — no layovers
- Rotted sheathing replaced and documented before install
- Ice-and-water shield at eaves, valleys, and penetrations
- Synthetic underlayment across the full deck
- Balanced intake and ridge ventilation
- Manufacturer-certified installs on GAF, CertainTeed & Owens Corning systems
- Full cleanup with magnet sweep before we leave
What a Rhinelander roof replacement actually includes
Every Rhinelander roof replacement starts with a full tear-off. Layering new shingles over old hides rot, traps heat, and voids most manufacturer warranties — so we take everything off and look at the bare deck. Any soft or delaminated sheathing gets replaced and photographed so you know exactly what you paid for.
From there we install ice-and-water shield along the eaves and up every valley, synthetic underlayment across the rest of the deck, new drip edge, new pipe boots, and step flashing wherever the roof meets a wall. In Oneida County, the details at the eaves matter more than the shingle brand — that's where ice dams start.
Ventilation is the part most quotes skip. If intake at the soffit doesn't match exhaust at the ridge, the deck cooks in summer and sweats in winter. We measure it and correct it as part of the job, not as an upsell.
How much does a new roof cost in Rhinelander?
Cost comes down to square footage, roof pitch, how many layers come off, the complexity of valleys and dormers, and the system you choose. A straightforward ranch replacement is a very different number than a steep-pitch lake home with three dormers and a wraparound porch.
We price it honestly and itemize it: tear-off, decking allowance, underlayment, shingles or panels, flashing, ventilation, disposal, and labor all listed separately. No "today only" discounts, no financing games, no surprise change orders after the shingles are off. Call 715-453-4800 and we'll get on the roof, take measurements, and give you a written number.
Local detail
Rhinelander tear-offs and what we find
On the older homes around downtown and Hodag Park, we routinely open a roof to 1x board decking, shallow insulation, and soffit intake that was painted or blown shut years ago. Those roofs do not fail because the shingles were cheap; they fail because the attic was warm.
So a Rhinelander replacement usually includes ventilation correction as part of the scope: opening intake, giving the ridge a path to exhaust, and running ice-and-water shield well past the warm wall line so the February ceiling stain does not come back with the new roof.
Roof replacement questions from Rhinelander homeowners
How long does a roof replacement take in Rhinelander?
Most Rhinelander homes are torn off and re-roofed in one to three days. Larger lake homes, steep pitches, and complex rooflines can run longer — we tell you the realistic window before we start, not after.
Do you tear off the old roof or shingle over it?
We always tear off. Shingling over an existing roof hides rot, shortens the life of the new shingles, and limits your warranty options.
Will you replace rotted decking on my Rhinelander roof?
Yes. We include a decking allowance in the estimate and show you any bad sheathing before it's covered up, so there's no argument later about what was replaced.
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