A new roof can be a significant investment that will have both practical and aesthetic consequences. The roof provides your home with the best protection from rain, snow and other elements. It’ll also attract potential home buyers if you’re planning to put up your home on the market.
This guide will assist you in making an informed decision about getting a new roof in Myrtle Beach.
Seven Signs That You Need a New Roof
These are signs that your roof needs to be replaced or re-shingled in order to protect your home from the elements.
Shingles look worn. Are so many colored granules gone, that your roof appears to have bald spots? Although shingles may still keep moisture out, the lack of reflective granules can allow heat to enter your home. This will raise the temperature and increase your cooling costs. Your roof is more vulnerable to leaks if the asphalt underneath is exposed.
The shingles are shaped and curved
This is a serious problem. However, it also means that wind-driven moisture and water can easily penetrate the roof deck and get under the shingles. It could cause damage and leaks.
Cracked Shingles
These cracked areas don’t properly divert rainwater or moisture away from the roof deck beneath, increasing the likelihood of leaks and eventual damage.
You can see that your neighbors are also getting new roofs. This is more than just “keeping up with Joneses.” Your roof may be due if homes that were built around the same time as you are getting re-roofed.
Multiple leaks have occurred
The roof is more than just the shingles. Flashing, deck paper/underlayment flashing, flashing, ice- and moisture barrier in valleys starter shingles, vent boots, and other components make up an entire roofing system. The roof should be replaced if it becomes worn out or if any of its components fail.
Major damage to the roof
If the roof needs to be repaired due to hail or wind damage, it might be worth replacing the entire roof.
Roof repairs are more expensive per square foot because it takes longer to insert new shingles into an existing roof than to replace the entire roof. A mix of old and new shingles won’t look good.
Potential buyers and homeowners care about aesthetics. A new layer of roofing shingles can make a huge difference to your roof’s appearance if it is old, damaged, or covered in moss.
You don’t need a new roof if none of these is true. A home inspector or contractor can inspect your roof to make sure it is in good condition before it fails and prevents costly damage.
Is it time to add another layer of shingles to my roof?
The universal building codes allow up to two layers of roofing shingles, but it is possible to remove one layer and start over.
Evidence of roof damage, such as soft spots or significant leaking, must be repaired
If the flashing around chimneys or dormers is loose or allowing leaks, it should be replaced
Roof ventilation is essential to a durable and well-functioning roof
Roofs can be damaged quickly by excessive heat and moisture in the attic. Your home’s attic can be flooded by moisture from daily activities such as taking a bath, boiling water, or running a humidifier. It can cause problems such as moldy insulation, rotted roof deck, and premature shingle decay if it doesn’t escape the attic. The heat causes shingles curl and cup. It drys asphalt, making it brittle and cracking easily.
Each attic has key ventilation points that allow for excess heat and humidity to be vented.
Ridge vent: Ridge vent requires the presence of roof vents. Your roof decking should have a gap at its peak. To allow heat and moisture escape, the gap should have a ridge vent. Ridge vent has a solid roof and vents to the sides. Cap shingles can be used to cover the vent opening.
Vents for the soffit: Perforated or welded soffit provides the best ventilation. Individual vents should only be installed if your soffit (the space under the eaves), is solid. The soffit vents allow fresh air to enter your attic and replace moist or warm air. Important: Do not cover or block the vents with insulation.
Gable vents are a great option if the attic has 2 gabled sides.
Roof vents: Heat escapes are a great way to heat your home, especially if you have a large roof or a hip roof. There are three options for roof vents: passive vents, turbine and vents that have a fan to draw heat from the attic.
Hire a Roofer
Hire a roofer with care. The quality of the roof’s installation can have a significant impact on its durability and appearance. To protect yourself against any liability or to ensure that the job is done properly, you choose a licensed, bonded, as well as insured roofing company.
- Ask your neighbors and friends who recently replaced their roofs for questions like:
- Is the roof performing as it should?
- Did the roofer finish the job on-time and cleaned up afterward?
- Did the make mistakes?
Was the cost of the roofer within the budget?
After narrowing down your list, you can check reviews for more information about the roofers. Get estimates from at at least three local roofing contractors and:
Ask them about their experience with the roof type you have chosen.
Take a look at roofs that were installed more than 10 years ago to see how they are holding up.
Check their insurance and licensing documents
Ask if they offer a labor warranty to go along with the material warranty. Don’t hire roofing contractors in Myrtle Beach that don’t provide at least 12-month labor warranties
Determine their timeframes for starting and finishing the work
Low cost is not the only thing you should consider. The best roofing contractors in your region aren’t competing on the low end.
Call Greg Lilly Roofing & Restoration now if you need help with your roof. Whether you need installation, repair, maintenance, or replacement, our team is ready to help.
Greg Lilly Roofing & Restoration
4201 Carolina Exchange Drive Suite 202
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
843-222-9796
https://www.greglillyroofingandrestoration.com
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