After a fierce winter and the arrival of spring, there’s
no better time to take a look at the roof on your Inver Grove Heights home to
figure out if repairs or a replacement is necessary. Taking the time to check
out your roof twice a year can help to offset expensive costs to Inver
Grove Heights roof repair companies.
Inspecting your
roof
Get a good pair of binoculars to check for defects like
discoloration, buckling and missing shingles. However, this shouldn’t be the
only step you take: you’ll need to investigate more closely and inspect the
inside of the roof. You’ll want to check the roof for signs of distress,
including trails of water or rotting wood. Moisture can harm surfaces that are
finished or painted, so you’ll want to check for paint bubbles and cracks.
Repair or replace?
A damaged roof needs to be fixed or replaces before
expensive headaches, like water damage and mold, occur. As for whether to
replace or repair the roof, it will often come down to cost. Consider the
following:
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Repairs costs can vary greatly, depending on
roof and size of the repair.
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Sometimes, it will make more economic sense to
replace the entire structure over another repair.
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Most homeowners recoup over half of the
replacement cost in the value it adds to your home.
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Advances in roofing technology and materials
have lead to lower energy costs, which also add to the value of your home, and
helps to the roof to pay off itself.
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Replacing your roof offers you a perfect chance
to update your roof to include products that are more resistant to fires, freak
weather events, the elements and more. Having these can help you to save on
your homeowner’s insurance policy.
Not sure whether to repair or replacing your Inver Grove
Heights home’s roof? Give us a call at 651-238-1313 or Request a Free Quote.
