5 Things to Consider When Replacing your Roof

Quality

The quality of your roof matters. Your roof serves as a barrier against snow, rain, sleet, hail, branches, ice, and other debris. Choosing the right roofing company and contractor matters. As the homeowner, do your research on all of your options and what best fits your roofing needs. Replacing your homes roof is not just about the beauty and the aesthetic but its quality and durability. Roofs have a purpose and protect you and your loved ones.

Roofing Material Options

There are several different types of roofing materials that can be used when replacing your roof. If you aren’t sure of what kind of materials your current roof has, Leak No More will be suited to help you. A lot of homes have traditional shingles made of asphalt and slate is another popular material. Currently, a lot of homeowners are turning to metal roofs. Metal roofs are more energy efficient and are longer lasting. When replacing your roof be sure to consider all of your options before making a decision.

Roof Removal

When reaching out to get your roof replaced, as the roofing contractor about roof removal. Leak No More will get rid of your old roof for you. All you have to do is ask. It is better to get the old roof removed, than have new shingles put on top of the old. This basically is like putting a temporary band-aid over the roof.

Seasons

As a homeowner, you’ll want to consider the timing of when you want to replace/repair your roof. Roofs can be replaced/repaired in all seasons but some work out better than others. Autumn is probably the best time to get a new roof. Not only is the temperature great during this time, but it is also a more stable and consistent time of year. Replacing your roof during autumn also gets your prepared for the colder, winter months. If you were to replace the roof in winter, the temperatures can be really cold. You can still do this, but the asphalt shingles will have to be hand-sealed if the temperature is below 40 degrees. The winter season can be tricky due to the colder temperatures, and sleet/ice on the roof.

Things will be Loud

When getting your roof replaced at your home noises will be made. It is completely up to the homeowner if they would like to stay at the home during construction hours. The noise from roof replacement can be loud and unbearable at times. Some homeowners like to be at the home during construction so they can ask the contractor questions along the way. Leak No More leaves it up to the customer. There could be times when they will ask the homeowner to leave the house not only due to the noise but for safety concerns as well. If you have children who take naps throughout the day etc., you want to be mindful of the potential noise from roof replacement/repairs.

Consider these five things when taking the steps to replacing your roof.