With proper maintenance and prompt repairs, your roof should be an enduring investment, protecting your home from the elements and keeping the indoors snug, dry, and cozy. You won’t need roof inspection often, but there are three occasions when getting a roof inspection is essential.
1. Purchasing a New Home
Just like you should have an inspection to check a prospective new home for possible problems with structure, wiring, mold, and countless other issues, having a roof inspection before buying a home is key. A properly maintained roof won’t need replacing for decades, but purchasing a home with an old, damaged roof can leave you with a steep roof repair or installation bill later.
2. Time for a New Roof
Even a properly maintained roof will eventually need to be replaced. While slate, zinc, copper, and clay tiles can last a lifetime, other roofing materials like asphalt and wood shingles will need replacing more often. If your roof hasn’t been properly maintained or is reaching a certain age, you may want to contact us at Cover and Care Roofing to get an estimate on when a new roof should be installed.
3. Storm Damage
No matter the maintenance schedule or the age of the roof, unexpected bumps in the road can still happen. If you’ve experienced violent storms and notice missing or damaged roofing shingles, broken gutters, or other signs your roof is no longer in pristine condition, contact your roofing repair crew right away. A damaged roof can lead to leaks, mold, and damage to the interior of your home, so even if the damage appears to be minimal, getting a roof inspection can save you time and money later.