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Most roofs stay in good shape for at least fifteen years, however, that does not mean you should neglect it. You need to keep your roof properly maintained if you want it to last. Your roof protects your home and to protect it, we made a list of do’s and don’ts to get the most from your roofing investment.
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Excellent Advice When You're Looking for Roof Repair or Roof Replacement
Don’t– Safety is a priority when roof repair is involved You can get seriously hurt if you try to find or fix a leak during a storm 1 Put a bucket beneath the leak until it stops raining 2 3 Call a professional to climb up on your roof
Do– When a leak is getting fixed This often means searching for other leaks while the initial spot is being fixed 2 You need to be sure that the leak is stopped correctly the first time 1 3 Do check all around the problem area, because you might have a number of issue
Don’t pay it all up front Pay a portion of job upfront 1 Increase the probability that the job is completed quickly and professionally 2
Do get out the mower and trim the yard Make it easier to find debris and nails that may hit the ground 1 Magnetic nail finders are also more efficient on short grass 2
Don’t go it alone– When selecting a roofing contractor Consult your family, friends and colleagues for referrals 1 If they recommend someone, inquire about post-job cleanup and warranty 2 3 You may also check their Google+ reviews for additional insight
Do ask a lot of questions Ask lot of questions before hiring him 4 Work and references 1 5 Consider the answers How many nails do they use per shingle? 2 3 More than three to do the job well 6 If not, then find a better contractor option
Don’t get on a roof you think might be structurally damaged Hire a professional to look at it for you 2 We hate to see homeowners on these high and steep roofs 1 3 You don’t want the roof to cave in under your feet
Do ask the roofing contractor how long they’ve been roofing The contractors that have been around for a while stay in business because they are doing things correctly 1 If they haven’t been in business for years, there may be a reason for that 2
Elevated Roofing provides the advice and service you need roof repairs and roof replacement. Visit our website to learn about our services or call (469) 305-0010 today to schedule your consultation Read More: http://www.littleelmroofing.com/2016/01/20/excellent-advice-when-youre-looking-for-roof-repair-or-roof-replacement/