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Felt paper
A traditional roofing underlayment made from asphalt-saturated paper, installed on the roof deck beneath the shingles. It adds a secondary water barrier and protects the deck before and during installation. Roofers may use one or more layers of felt depending on the roof pitch and local practice, and the quantity is measured as part of the roof system. Synthetic underlayment is now common, but felt paper still appears on many estimates.
Common questions
What does "Felt paper" mean in Xactimate estimating?
A traditional roofing underlayment made from asphalt-saturated paper, installed on the roof deck beneath the shingles. It adds a secondary water barrier and protects the deck before and during installation. Roofers may use one or more layers of felt depending on the roof pitch and local practice, and the quantity is measured as part of the roof system. Synthetic underlayment is now common, but felt paper still appears on many estimates.
Where does "Felt paper" show up in a claim?
The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow. Browse the glossary for related terms.
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