This 1990s Memorial Area home had three interconnected exterior problems that previous contractors had tried to solve separately. The roof was leaking at the eaves, the soffits were visibly rotting, and undersized 4-inch gutters were allowing water to pool against the foundation. Rather than call three different contractors, the homeowner chose Tell Project for a single, coordinated exterior transformation.
The homeowner's problems were interconnected — and that's exactly why previous piecemeal repairs hadn't worked. The original roof's eave-line shingles had lifted from years of wind exposure, allowing rain to penetrate behind the fascia boards. That moisture caused the wood soffits to rot, which in turn blocked the soffit vents and created attic condensation issues. Meanwhile, the original 4-inch K-style gutters were chronically overwhelmed during Houston downpours, sending water cascading down the fascia (accelerating rot) and pooling against the foundation. Three problems, one root cause: a failing exterior envelope that needed to be addressed as a system, not in pieces.
We designed a phased 5-day integrated project that tackled the roof first, then worked downward. Day 1-2: complete roof tear-off and replacement with Owens Corning Duration STORM shingles — selected for their SureNail technology that provides 130 mph wind resistance in the nailing zone. Day 3: all rotted soffit and fascia boards removed and replaced with moisture-resistant vinyl soffits and pre-finished aluminum fascia capping. Day 4: 6-inch seamless aluminum gutters custom-formed on-site and installed with proper slope, plus leaf guard screens on all runs. Day 5: downspout routing corrections to direct water away from the foundation, final details, and cleanup.
The integrated approach saved the homeowner approximately $3,000 compared to hiring three separate contractors — and more importantly, it ensured every component worked together as a system. The new continuous soffit vents provide balanced attic ventilation for the first time in the home's history. The 6-inch gutters handle Houston's heaviest downpours without overflow. And the foundation water pooling issue was eliminated entirely through proper downspout routing with splash blocks. The Owens Corning Platinum Preferred warranty covers both materials and workmanship — a level of protection only available through certified preferred contractors.
Complete removal of the existing 3-tab shingle system across all 3,200 square feet. Our crew discovered significant moisture damage at 8 eave-line sections where water had penetrated behind the fascia — approximately 320 square feet of OSB decking was replaced. New synthetic underlayment installed with ice and water shield at all eaves, valleys, and penetrations before Owens Corning Duration STORM shingles were laid with 6-nail pattern for maximum wind uplift resistance.
All original wood soffits were removed, revealing blocked ventilation channels and extensive moisture damage across 60% of the home's perimeter. Replacement used perforated vinyl soffit panels that provide continuous airflow into the attic — resolving the condensation problem that had plagued the home for years. Fascia boards were replaced with composite lumber and capped with pre-finished aluminum for zero-maintenance weather protection.
The undersized 4-inch K-style gutters were removed and replaced with 6-inch seamless aluminum gutters, custom-formed on-site for perfect fit with no joints to leak. All runs were pitched at the correct 1/4-inch per 10 feet for optimal flow. Leaf guard screens installed on every run to prevent debris clogs. Downspouts were repositioned and extended with splash blocks to direct water at least 4 feet from the foundation — eliminating the pooling problem entirely.
This exterior transformation was completed in five working days — Day 1-2 for roof tear-off and shingle installation, Day 3 for soffit and fascia replacement around the full perimeter, Day 4 for gutter system installation and custom forming, and Day 5 for downspout routing corrections, detail work, and final cleanup. The homeowner saved approximately $3,000 compared to contracting each trade separately, and gained the peace of mind that every component was designed to work together. The project carries an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred warranty — one of the strongest in the industry — covering both materials and workmanship through a single point of contact.
"I'd been dealing with three separate problems for years — leaking roof, rotting soffits, overflowing gutters. Previous contractors only fixed their piece and left. Tell Project saw the whole picture, fixed everything in under a week, and saved me money doing it all at once. Should have called them first."
Patricia W. — Memorial, Houston TX | Exterior Roofing Transformation
When roof, soffit, and gutter problems are interconnected, fixing them separately wastes time and money. A single contractor handling the full exterior envelope ensures every component works as a system — and saves approximately 15-20% compared to separate trades.
Owens Corning Duration STORM shingles with SureNail technology provide 130 mph wind resistance — critical protection for Houston's hurricane season. Paired with 6-inch seamless gutters, the home is now equipped to handle the worst Texas weather throws at it.
Adding leaf guard screens at installation eliminates the #1 cause of gutter failure — debris clogs. The small upfront investment prevents water overflow damage to fascia, soffits, and foundation for years to come.
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