As a homeowner, you have most likely had questions about your roof and how you can play a part in keeping your roof safe and clean throughout the year. We often get questions about what your roof needs and how you can best help maintain your roof in between professional visits. Below are a few of the most common roofing questions we have gotten from homeowners.
- How Long Will My New Roof Last?
In general, an asphalt roof can be expected to last around the 20-year mark, while a metal roof will last around 50 years or more. Weather conditions can play a huge impact on how long your roof will last as well. If you live somewhere that often sees rain and snow, the time above may be shortened. If you live somewhere that is less eventful, the time could be lengthened.
- How Much Will a New Roof Cost?
The cost of a new roof is dependent on the material, size and possibly location of your home. For the best answer, feel free to contact North Shore Roofing for a quote on your specific property!
- Why Do I Need a Professional?
You need a professional to take care of your roofing needs for the same reason you need a doctor when you get sick. Professionals are trained to assess and fix any issues with your roof or roof adjacent, in ways that you are not. Just like you would trust a doctor to know more about your physical health, trust a roofing professional to assess and treat the health of your roof.
- How Long Does it take to Reroof a Home?
As with cost, this one is also very dependent on the size of your home and type of materials you wish to use. The usual range is anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.
- If My Roof is Leaking, Do I Need a New One?
It depends! If you have the occasional tiny leak and contact your local professionals in time for help, your problem could be fixed with a quick patch and some preventative care. However, this is determined by the severity of the leaking and material of the home. It is possible that leaks could cause you to need a new roof, but more than likely, you may be able to fix your roof with a simple patch.
- Can My Roof Be Insured?
Most home insurance policies cover roofing matters as well. While there are very few paths to go in regards to roofing specific insurance, most reputable roofing companies offer warranties on the work they produce that will protect your roof within a certain amount of time from the repair or installation.
Now that we have answered a few of the most common roofing questions from homeowners, it is important to note that we at North Shore Roofing are here for all your roofing needs. At North Shore Roofing, we have consistently serviced the Greater Boston area for 30 years. If you need help with your roofing needs, do not hesitate to contact us with your roofing needs. You can reach us by phone at (978) 977-3816 or visit us on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/NorthShoreRoofingMA .
