Is It Time To Replace Your Roof?

If you are a longtime homeowner, you will hopefully only need to replace your roof once in your lifetime. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), a typical roof can last 20 to 50 years depending on the type of material used. Of course, Mother Nature can throw a wrench into that plan with severe storms such as hurricanes or tornadoes. Whether or not you should repair or replace your roof comes down to a matter of inspection and warning signs of structural failure.

A roof should be inspected at least once per year, but twice would definitely put a homeowner on the safe side, preferably in the spring and/or fall. An inspection by a professional roofing company would involve looking at the both the exterior and interior of the roof. On the exterior, they will look for damage such as sagging, cracks, and missing shingles as well as discoloration, moss, and mold. Inside, the contractor will keep an eye out for water leaking into the home as well as any musty smells that would tip them off to an issue.

If a roofing issue does occur, you may think that simply repairing it would be the cheaper option and therefore, the avenue that should go down. However, you must look at how effective and long-term the repairs will be. If is will only hold off a larger problem, think about the catastrophic consequences of a significant leak or roof caving in. In the case of a few missing shingles, a simple and quick repair can solve the problem. In the case of a sagging roof, it may be time to look at your options for replacing it.

If you’re a homeowner wondering whether or not to repair or replace your roof, contact Twelve Oaks Roofing for a free inspection. They offer a lifetime warranty, no-leak promise, and 100% satisfaction or money back guarantee on all new roof installations. Call 248-525-6950 or visit twelveoaksroofing.com today to schedule your inspection.