Happy holidays from Brian Elder Roofing! During this festive and cheerful time of the year, one thing that adds to the fun is driving around neighborhoods to see the homes whose homeowners have gone all out decorating their roofs and even their lawns with Christmas lights and displays, especially the ones as decked out as Clark Griswold’s home in the movie Christmas Vacation.
If you are in the process of or considering buying a new home, there are many things to consider. Unfortunately, some homeowners forget to ask about important things, like the roof, until it is too late, and they are already in a contract. The roof of your potential new home should be one of the main things you find as much information about as possible. If you have a damaged roof, it could cost you thousands to repair in the future.
At Brian Elder Roofing, we are here for all your roofing needs, whether it is maintenance or installing a completely new roof, but we also think it is essential to share our roofing knowledge with our customers. Therefore, we have put together the following questions we believe every potential homeowner should ask about the roof before buying a home.
The mid-south has seen its share of spring storms this year. It seems weekly; you can hear sirens going off and lights start flickering. These spring storms have wreaked havoc on mid-south homes, especially on their roofs. Anytime there is severe weather, especially with large gusts of wind, your roof could be susceptible to storm damage. Sometimes the damage is evident, and other times you need a professional roofer to check for damage. Here are some signs to help you determine if your roof has storm damage.
If you are in the mid-south and ready for roof replacement, you need to refer to these ten facts about replacing shingle roofs from Brian Elder Roofing before you get started.
Brian Elder Roofing has been in the roofing business for over ten years, and we understand how insurance companies work. We can help you gather the proper documents your insurance company will need to file a claim. Also, tell your insurance company if you get a new roof, as your premiums could decrease.
At Brian Elder Roofing, we make sure every customer is quoted fairly, yet sometimes our customers do not realize that things are going on behind the scenes and why roofing prices are going up in 2022. Especially right now when we are dealing with inflation and products ordered have been delayed due to all the shipping issues. One of our trademarks is getting an excellent roof repair or a new roof for a great deal with Brian Elder. We are doing all we can to ensure we continue maintaining that reputation by not passing on inflated prices to our customers, but sometimes, there is just no way around it.
Now that we had our first snow, we should keep a close eye on our roof. When ice and snow build up on a roof, you could potentially have an ice dam form up there. Unfortunately, an ice dam could cause major roof damage.
What is an Ice Dam?
An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at your roof’s edge. This ridge of ice prevents melting snow from draining off the roof. The ridge causes a large puddle of water on your roof. The water from the puddle can leak into your house and cause damage to insulation, ceilings, walls, and other areas. Your worst-case scenario is for the roof to cave in since it can no longer hold the water. You also run the risk of mold forming in your home where the water sits.
Your roof is the most significant investment next to the actual acquisition of your home. It is essential that you understand the longevity of shingles when deciding which shingles to choose for your roof. In this area of the United States, you primarily see homes with Asphalt shingles.
Most asphalt shingles last anywhere from 25-30 years. However, several factors will determine just how long your shingles can last. Since there are three different asphalt shingles, each could last longer than the other. Here is a list of the three types of asphalt shingles.
Buying a home is likely to be one of life’s most important investments. Your home’s roof will involve much care and maintenance over the lifetime of the house. It is crucial that you find a roofing company that is licensed, bonded, and insured to take care of all your roofing needs. The roof is a significant component of your home and if you use a random roofing company, you could end up with shoddy work resulting in costly repairs and major headaches.
If you are considering purchasing a new roof or need your roof repaired, it is important that you choose a reputable roofing company. The roof is the most important structure of your home. If your roof is leaking or if you have any areas in need of repair, it could cause many problems in your home. Before you hire a roofing contractor for your residential roofing needs, you should ask them the following 5 questions:
A new roof on your home not only protects your family and possessions, but it also adds value to your home. Ask any real estate agent and they will tell you, if your roof is in disrepair, it will be harder to sell your house. Typically, one of the first questions agents get asked is “How old is the roof?” Repairing and replacing the roof is a big expense, but you are likely to see a return on the investment, as your house will sell quicker and for more money.