When people drive by a home, one of the first things they see is the roof. An aging or damaged roof can detract from the home’s appearance. Likewise, one that’s been patched can also affect the image that a visitor gets. The impression and appearance that a home expresses when people see it from the road is known as curb appeal and the roof is often one of the first things that people see. This can be a real problem if the home is going up for sale, but it can also affect the appraisal value of the property. The latter can be important if the homeowner plans to use the house as collateral for a loan. A Roofing Contractor Minnesota can eliminate this problem by replacing the roof.
A leak in the roof can be a serious problem. In some instances, a slow leak that develops over time can do more damage than that caused by an unexpected storm. This is because the water will soak into the wood of the roof repeatedly and cause the material to rot. If this rot gets into the rafters or joists, then a Roofing Contractor Minnesota may need to remove the whole structure to make repairs. In most cases, the repair will require at least some decking be removed along with any damaged timbers. Surprisingly, this problem could be avoided with routine roof inspections.
If the roof is beyond repair and must be replaced, then you have several options. The most common roof for residential purposes is the three-tab asphalt shingle. This product is very budget friendly, but it has a limited service life between fifteen and twenty-five years, depending on the grade of the shingle. An interesting alternative is the composite shingle. This is also an asphalt based product, but it is much thicker than the standard shingle. Composite shingles are designed to simulate slate roofing. To do this, they have multiple layers to create an illusion of depth and unique edges to create shadows. The best thing about this product is the long warranties. Many manufacturers warrant composite shingles for the life of the home.
To learn more, contact the experts at Midwest Construction and Remodeling. Visit mwcrhomes.com for additional details about our experienced roofing contractors.
