Choosing the correct replacement for an aging roof is no easy task. The perfect roofing solution for one building may be the worst option for another one right down the street. That’s because no two buildings are precisely alike, even if they closely resemble each other. The amount of sun a roof receives, the amount of vegetation around the house, and the pitch and angles of the roof all play a role in choosing the best roofing material. So how do you choose the right new roof for your house, given all the options in the marketplace? You can start by asking your roofing contractor these questions.
1. What physical elements influence the roofing system selection?
You need to begin by looking at the building’s location and the external influences of its surrounding area. You need to examine building codes, weather trends, and topography – even the direction the building faces.
When it comes to roof replacement, you need to list the attributes of the roof area itself. It’s best to detail the roof’s size, shape, slope, deck construction, edge detailing, protrusions, rooftop access and existing roofing system. Along with this basic information, you need to find out why your original roof is no longer adequate. Did a low growing branch wear a portion of it out? Did the house receive an abnormal amount of wind or hail that caused one portion of the roof to wear faster than the rest of it? Only an experienced contractor will be able to locate and identify all the unique features about your home, in order to help you make the right decision about what roofing material to use during a roof replacement or repair.
2. What kind of warranty accompanies the roofing material you’re considering?
Most residential roofing material comes with a 20-year warranty, provided that you keep up with its maintenance schedule. There are routine inspections that are required to keep these warranties in effect, and as long as you have them inspected periodically, your protection will remain current. The key is to find a local roofing company that will tell you this up fron, and then provide the needed inspections for free. Some contactors will sell you a roof and then charge you extra for a maintenance contract. Or they might not tell you about the requirements that
3. Is all the roofing material designed to work together?
Your roof consists of more than the shingles. There are layers to it, as well as soffits, gutters, and downspouts. A good roof will manage the water from rain and snow, resist hail, and stand up to the broad range of temperatures throughout the year. Only by using a ‘roofing system’ that was designed to work together can you be sure that you will get the most out of your investment.
For most people, their home is the biggest investment they will ever make. It only makes sense to take care of it to the best of your ability. Start by contacting Iron River Roofing in Minneapolis, MN. We have the right answers for you. 952-442-1762
