Can repair my roof? Or do I have to replace it? 

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Can repair my roof? Or do I have to replace it? 

So you’ve noticed damage after a storm. Don’t worry. As stressful as it can be, trusted roofing professionals have the know how to fix the problem and get everything back on track in a timely fashion. We always hope our roof can be repaired, and aim to hire a roofing company that’s honest, professional, and will give us the best solution at a reasonable price. But how do we know when it’s time to replace, or get a “new roof?” When can the existing roof be repaired? This blog will discuss tips to help you access damage, and offer advice on whether to repair or replace.     

The Florida Homeowners Rule-

Florida is lies within a sub-tropical environment, and our weather simply destroys anything we build. Heat, humidity, salt, high wind, rain, even hurricane activity – make building materials wear out quicker as opposed to other areas of the nation. This also means unforeseen problems like mold and mildew. A small leak, that my go unnoticed- can cause mold and mildew damage to the entire home, air system, etc. Consequently, we want to take Florida roof leaks very seriously. And not allow any water to enter our home or attic under any circumstances.

When can I just repair my roof?

In general, if you can “see it,” “spot it,” or “recall it happening,” there’s a good chance we can opt for a repair. This is because we can assume the damage has been recent and is less widespread. I.e. If we “know,” it happened from the last storm, or we can see a tree limb has just damaged one specific spot, we can normally make an effective repair. However for all intents and purposes, if the leak can’t be correlated to a specific event, or it’s been “happening for a while,” this is when a roof repair can become problematic and we may look at replacing the entire roofing system. If your roof needs replacement, partial roof repairs just mask what will become much more serious issues down the road. And end up costing significantly more.  

Cheapest isn’t always best:

Understandably, homeowners want to repair their roof as to replace if at all possible. A re-roof is a sizeable investment. Unfortunately many roofing contractors are more concerned with closing a sale, not providing the “right” solution for the customer. Nothing is more frustrating than paying a contractor to fix an issue, only to have the problem reemerge and require more $.  If your roofing problem or leak doesn’t fit the criteria mentioned above, beware of a temporary fix and make sure you’ve hired a reputable contractor.

Florida’s Preeminent Roofer

We’re here to help. At Roof It Right, we install every roof as if it was our own, using the best materials, backed by Florida’s best warranties. We’ve completed thousands of jobs locally, are humbled to have the Google reviews to back our results. Let us earn your business. We proudly serve Jacksonville, Gainesville, Daytona, and all surrounding areas. Call us, or contact us for your free estimate today. See why your friends and neighbors say “Roof It Right, so you can sleep at night.”