With the median home cost in Annapolis being just over $400,000, your house should be your castle and your greatest investment. But homeownership often asks more questions than it answers, especially with roof repairs and roof replacement.
Owning a home means being responsible for everything, from top to bottom. This means you might have to replace your roof. Before you decide to undergo a full roof replacement, make sure you know these five things.
Know the Signs
If you have cracked shingles or can see them becoming brittle with wear, it’s time for some roof repair. Curling of shingle edges or water leakage into the home are also tell-tale signs that it’s time to pay attention to your roof.
It’s also important to consider whether a roofing contractor should repair or completely replace your roof. Knowing your roof’s age, life expectancy, and keeping track of any visible damage are all necessary data points that could impact your choices in roof replacement or repair. Some roofs were only built to last a decade or two. Others can last longer after professional patching. It’s up to you as a homeowner to know the signs of decay — especially if you want to keep a roof over your head!
Know Your Budget
It’s no secret: replacing your roof isn’t cheap. Knowing the preferred makeup of your new roof, the material of your old roof, and the typical price of a roof replacement in your area are necessary.
Materials, labor, and disposal of old roofing are the three areas of cost. You need to remember: The cheapest roofing contractors are not always the wisest choice. Labor can account for up to half the cost of your roof replacement.
Your roof in Annapolis should last you at least 20 years, if not 30 to 50! Don’t skimp on the installation, as it will cost you lots of time and thousands of dollars in the future. Know your bottom line, but don’t be afraid to stretch your budget for such an important home improvement.
Landmark also offers financing options if your current budget doesn’t allow for payment in full as you replace your roof.
Know Your Material
Asphalt is a common, economical shingle material. But metal roofs are also popular. Cement or adobe can also be used, as can ceramic shingles.
You may need to replace the protective material, known as the mat, underneath your roof as well. Colors, grades, and types of material for roofing will all factor into cost and effectiveness of home protection.
Know Your Regulations
Some homes are part of an HOA or other community agreement. Certain materials or colors of roofing may not be allowed in your neighborhood or gated community. Talk with your community board or municipal leaders to learn more about potential restrictions on roofing replacement choices.
Know Your Local Laws
Many large-scale contracting projects and home improvements require permits or other permissions from your city or county. Talk with your roofing contractor to learn what’s necessary to avoid local fines or neighbor complaints during your roof replacement.
Roof Replacement Made Easy
Roofing by Landmark will work with you all the way through the process — from learning your needs to professionally installing your new roof!
If you’d like to learn more about Annapolis roof replacement, check out our blog, or make an appointment for a consultation today by calling 433-223-7453!
