Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home. It protects your home against wind, rain, hail, and all other encroachments from the elements. Most of the time, when something goes wrong with the roof, your best bet will be to call out for a simple repair. Issues like leaks, sagging, holes, and missing shingles are all things you can usually take care of by calling us out for a repair job.
However, there are some unfortunate situations in which repairs aren’t enough. Sometimes, you need to invest in a complete roof replacement. But how do you tell when it’s time to completely replace your roof instead of just continually getting repairs?
The most important thing you need to consider is how old your roof is. As with everything, roofs can age—and with aging can come a decline in efficacy. Sometimes, a roof is just too old to keep protecting your home like it was supposed to. An old roof will just keep costing you more and more in increasingly frequent repairs until the cost of its upkeep outstrips its usefulness. In cases like this, a roof replacement is usually the best option.
If you don’t know how old your roof is, there are some signs that can show you that your roof is nearing its end. These can include curling shingles, moss and algal growth, leaks with no clear source, or broken-down roofing material debris washing into your gutters.
If you are unsure whether you need a repair or a roof replacement, please contact us to schedule an inspection to see what the best course of action is for you.
