When it comes to heavy-duty home improvement projects and repairs, most people aren’t exactly looking forward to the moment when the project involves roofing. And yet, the roof is an essential part of the environmental control system. When done right, it provides lasting protection to our properties and helps maintain our year-round indoor comfort.
Whether you’re looking to restore an old roof, or you’ve recently discovered a major leak that calls for immediate roof replacement, there are a few factors you need to consider in order to ensure you make a sound investment.Â
Keep reading to learn about the top 7 most important things you should think about before contacting San Diego re-roofing contractors and scheduling a re-roofing.
What do I need to keep in mind before re-roofing my home?
First off, it bears mentioning that the terms “re-roofing” and “roof replacement” refer to two different types of roof restoration. Using them interchangeably can result in confusion at best, and a costly misunderstanding at worst.Â
Here are 7 things you need to consider before re-roofing a house:
1. Make sure a re-roofing is actually needed
Leaks, stained ceilings, blistering exterior paint, excessive heat in the attic, missing, broken, or curled shingles, and loss of granules on shingles are all clear signs that your roof should be restored.
Other signs of a problematic roof include:
- There’s mildew or mold in your business or home
- The roofing material is covered with moss
- The roof is 20-25 years old
- Water is leaking into your business or home
- The roof sags
2. Install the right components
Don’t try to cut corners by installing flashing that lasts 10-15 years on a roof that’s supposed to last 50. Doing so not only costs you more in the long run, it also runs the risk of the more expensive components getting worn down prematurely.Â
3. You should get two warranties
One warranty should come from the roof contractor who installed the roof and cover workmanship-related problems, while the other should come directly from the manufacturer and cover material defects.Â
4. Expect a lot of noise
Both roof replacement and re-roofing are big construction projects. They’re invariably loud, take at least a couple days, and require you to perform your own cleanup after they’re done, so be sure to prepare accordingly.Â
5. How ventilated is your attic?
An improperly ventilated attic will lead to excess heat and moisture building up on its ceiling and damaging the shingles or the roof decking. Once the shingles become too hot, the granules that protect them will fall off and expose them to premature deterioration.Â
6. How will refuse be disposed of?
Re-roofing inevitably produces a lot of refuse material, so make sure to ask your roofing contractor of choice how all that garbage will be removed. Ideally, they should bring a special container for it and dispose of this container in an environmentally friendly manner.Â
7. You can only re-roof once
Building codes prohibit property owners from applying more than two layers of shingles on top of one another. Failing to observe this regulation runs the risk of having a structurally unsound roof and prevents you from identifying other, more serious problems.
Where can I find the leading San Diego re-roofing contractors?
Are you in need of a tried-and-true roofing contractor? If so, look no further than 619 Roofing! Our GAF- and Owens Corning-certified team combines unparalleled expertise and experience with cutting-edge equipment to provide a truly exceptional roofing service.Â
Our emergency technicians are available 24/7 and able to quickly arrive at your property regardless of whether you’re located in Kensington or at the very heart of San Diego. Get in touch with us today.