If you’re a new homeowner, you likely don’t know a lot about how your roofing system works. Why would you? In the past, your roof would have been cared for by your property manager or rental company.
What we can tell you is that your roofing system is one of the most important components of your home. Not only does it help keep rain, sleet and hail on the outside of your home, it protects the interior from things like mold, mildew and other types of moisture-related structural damage.
For this blog post we wanted to address some of the more frequently asked questions we get from new Denver homeowners, about their roofing system.
How long will it last?
The average lifespan of an asphalt shingle roof will be 20 years or more, but the overall lifespan will be impacted by several factors. If a homeowner lets mold or moss grow on top of their roof, unchecked, this will shave a few years off the lifespan. If the roof isn’t maintained (ie: missing and/or broken shingles aren’t replaced, leaks aren’t addressed promptly, and the gutters aren’t maintained), this will also shorten the lifespan of your roofing system. If you have a roof that’s made of an alternate material and/or you have further questions about how long your roofing systems should last, give us a call and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.
How much will it cost to reroof my home?
This is a difficult question to answer, sight unseen. There are many things that will play a role in the cost to reroof your home. This will include the square footage of your home, the types of materials you want to use for the job and the experience of the contractor you hire to do the job. When it’s time to reroof your home be sure to get several quotes from local, reputable roofing companies. You’ll also want to make sure you ask for references and make sure the contractors you’re speaking with are both licensed and insured.
How long will reroofing take?
Most roofing companies agree that the average job can be completed in three to four days, but there are several other factors that will also play into the exact time frame. When you contact roofing companies to provide you with a cost estimate, ask them to provide you with an estimated completion time.
Denver roofers you can trust
If you’ve recently purchased a home, we’d first like to extend our congratulations! At Capital Roofing and Restoration, we understand the importance of roof upkeep and we’ll be more than happy to answer any and all questions you may have about roof repair, roof maintenance and reroofing. We want to be your go-to roofer for all of your roofing needs!
For more information on our company, give us a call at 720-542-8715. Regardless as to whether you have a question about your roof or if you’d like to schedule a time for one of our contractors to come to your home to provide you with a free roof inspection, call us today to learn why we’re the top-ranked roofing company in this part of Colorado.
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Top 3 Things That Can Harm a Roof in Denver, CO
It’s natural to want to get the longest lifespan out of your roof as possible. Re-roofing a home is both expensive and disruptive—and it’s not something that people want to do more frequently than absolutely necessary. The average lifespan of a well-maintained asphalt shingle roofing system will be 20 years or more.
At the same time, some homeowners are unaware of the types of things that can shorten their roof’s lifespan.
Below are just a few things that can do just that.
Leaks, moisture and drips
If your roof springs a leak, chances are, you’re going to have it addressed as quickly as possible. Yet what a lot of people don’t realize is that moisture (without an actual leak) can do quite a bit of damage. To be clear, we’re not talking about moisture from light rain or fog, but instead, we’re referring to the moisture that’s held against your roof if you start to see that moss is growing on top of your home.
When moss grows on top of your roof it can damage your shingles and your flashing. If the flashing starts to fail, there is a very good chance that moisture and water will make their way beneath the roof membranes. If this happens and it’s not addressed promptly, it will shorten the lifespan of your roof.
Shoddy workmanship
When it’s time to re-roof your home, you’ll want to make sure you hire a contractor that’s both experienced and reputable. We’re not suggesting you should pick the most expensive quote, but we are saying that you should be careful about picking the cheapest for no other reason other than the fact that it’s the cheapest.
If the work isn’t done correctly this can shave several years off the lifespan of your roofing system.
When you hire a roofer be sure they are licensed and insured. Check to see if they have an online presence and be sure to read some of their online reviews. Lastly, be sure to ask the contractor to provide you with a list of local references.
Failing to keep up with maintenance
If you want your roof to last as long as possible you’re going to need to maintain it. This means having shingles replaced when they crack, break or go missing and it also means keeping up with gutter maintenance. Our company provides free roof inspections to all local homeowners. If we determine that there is an issue that needs to be addressed we’ll provide you with a detailed report of our findings.
Roofing experts you can trust
At Capital Roofing and Restoration we have years of experience in helping Denver homeowners with all of their roof repair and roof maintenance needs. We strive to provide all of our clients with superior roofing services at a fair price.