Well, I've gotta face facts and realize that this roof is not going to make it through the winter. It just spring yet another leak. The last fellow that was up there repairing it said that the wood sheathing is terribly brittle, and we also know that there are areas that are not adequately supported .... where the spacing between the rafters exceeds the 24 inch standard, etc.

This will be the first time that I will have contracted for a complete roof. It is a hip roof with regular shingles. I am not quite up to the job of doing it myself .... the roof is something I would like to have a professional do. So I am preparing to take bids.

So .... what things would you insist that a bidder include in their proposal? What other wisdom can you offer me?

Thanks,

Dave