In some cases, the need of a home for a new roofing may be more obvious compared to the others. However, it is important to make a decision. The installation or replacement of a roof is a significant investment that could have an enormous impact on the home’s function, value, and appearance.
There may be numerous reasons on why you need to have a new roof installed. Our company has experts roofers that can evaluate your roof and help you in deciding if having it replaced is necessary and worth the investment.
In case your roof is more than two decades old, we suggest that you have the roof inspected so you can get an assessment of any damages to determine if it needs a repair or a replacement.
The replacement of a roof should be completed at the right time. If you wait to long to have your roof replaced or install a new one before you need to, you may end up spending a lot. We have experts that can provide assistance in determining if the home needs a new roof or repairing and maintaining the roof is enough.
Reasons for roof replacement
To increase the home’s value
Even if your home’s asphalt shingle roof does not appear damaged or worn, it would be best to have it replaced to increase the value of your real estate and improve its curb appeal. Some of the homeowners choose to have new roofing installed to prepare for the selling of their home. In combination with an exterior paint job and a new exterior siding, putting on a new roof can make the old home appear brand new. Aside from the wonderful aesthetic impact, having a new roof can provide any prospective home buyer significant financial security. That is because the new buyer wouldn’t have to worry about replacing the roof or any of the common problems in roofing for a long time. It would be better to have your roofing replaced even if the asphalt shingle doesn’t appear damaged or worn to heighten its curb appeal and increase the value of the real estate. Some of the homeowners choose to install a new roofing so that their old home would appear brand new. Aside from the good aesthetic impact, having a new roof also offers financial security to any prospective asset buyer. That is because he will never have to worry about having any problems about the roof or replacing it for a significant amount of time.
Replacement of a worn roof
Typically, asphalt shingles last from 15 to 25 years. However, it is unfortunate that factors like moss or mold growth, storm damage, low slope, and ice damming can shorten any asphalt roof’s life significantly. Whenever your roof has any signs that it is worn out, it would be great to have it replaced immediately. Failure to do this may lead to more severe problems such as leakage that can damage the home including its contents and rotted roof framing.
Completion of a major home remodeling project
In case you plan on building a new addition, you may add some skylights or dormers. These are major remodeling projects that often involve the installation of a new roofing and changes to the existing roof. Instead of having a mix of the old and new roofing that may be unattractive, homeowners prefer re-roofing as a part of the project.
Repair of storm damage
There are several ways storms can damage the roof. Because of the high winds, the shingles may get blown off the roof and create empty areas that need re-roofing. It may also be common for roofs to experience indirect damage like the wind causing the trees or tree branches to to come down on the roof and damage the roof shingles and the roof structure. Instead of making spot repairs after a storm damage, it would be better to have the roof replaced.
Signs of a damaged roofing
- Curls or cups along the edges of the shingles
- Torn, broken, or missing shingles
- Shingles that lost their granules and are bald
- Heavy growth of moss or mold on the roofing’s major expanses
- Roof sheathing that is rotted
- Leaks in multiple places of the roof
People may be unsure if they need a roof replacement unless they encounter obvious signs like water getting inside the house. Aside from a leaky roof, there are a number of reasons why it is recommended to consider having it replaced.
Replacement of a worn roof
Oftentimes, asphalt roof shingles last from fifteen to twenty five years. It is unfortunate that factors such as low slope, storm damage, moss or mold growth, and ice damming are capable of significantly shortening the life of an asphalt roof. Whenever the roof exhibits any of the characteristics that indicate that it is worn out, it would be better to have it replaced immediately. Failure to do this may lead to problems that can be severe such as leaks and rotted framing of the roof that could eventually end up damaging the house including its contents.
Completion of a major home remodel
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In case you are planning to add something new to the roof, consider putting on some skylights or dormers. These projects are considered major in remodeling as they can change the roof line and require the installation of a new roof. Instead of having a mix of old and new roofing that looks unattractive, we recommend homeowners to have the whole roof remodeled.