Choosing Between A Roof Repair And A Complete Roof Replacement

In comparison to freshening up the paint or changing the appearance of your space, replacing and repairing a roof are both significant home improvement projects that demand careful planning. You should carefully consider which approach is best for ensuring that you obtain more than simply an aesthetic transformation while spending the least amount of money on each project.

Repairing a roof

How do you know whether you should repair or replace your roof? There are numerous aspects to consider before making this decision, so don't rush. We can repair minor damage in a single location with a patch of shingles rather than ripping the entire structure apart and spending a lot of money. Before selecting what has to be done with your house's roof, consider the following:

Age Of The Roof

Asphalt roofing shingles normally have a lifespan of two decades, although alternative materials, such as slate, can last up to six times as long. As a result, if your asphalt roof is nearing the end of its lifespan, you should replace it every couple of decades.

Replacing a full roof

Consider how long different types of materials take to wear down to determine when you should replace your roof. Metal roofs, for example, can endure far longer than asphalt shingles before decaying. When a house's lifespan expires and the exterior begins to show indications of aging, such as cracks or leaks caused by degradation. Replacing a full roof rather than continuously repairing minor issues is usually safer and more cost-effective.

Condition Of The Roof

The degree of the damage should be the first question you ask yourself before deciding on a roof repair. Does it appear to be old, or does its physical structure appear to be beyond repair? If your roof has sustained significant damage, restoring it may be impossible, and you may need to replace the whole exterior of your home.

For example, suppose heavy winds knocked down trees on your house, producing multiple massive gaps in the shingles that are too enormous to patch. Consider replacing most (if not all) of the external material, such as metal panels and wood trusses, with material that is directly beneath them.

Affected Roof Area

If you find a leak in your bedroom or dining room, the roof may have minor damage. Furthermore, if it is limited to a single part of your home, repairing it may be a viable alternative for you, saving you money over replacing the entire roof.

If the damage to your roof exceeds 30% of its entire surface area, you should consider investing in a new roof. Damage that affects fewer people should only necessitate repairs and patching efforts if necessary.

Free roof inspections

So, Should You Repair Or Replace Your Roof?

Now that you know how to detect if your roof needs to be repaired or replaced, contact us to schedule a free roof inspection. This is the most effective way for our team of skilled technicians to examine your specific problem and recommend a suitable solution.

You are under no commitment to schedule an inspection today, and there is no cost to you. Please call us at (973) 396-7416 if you have any questions before arranging an appointment.