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What to do When You Need a New Roof

There’s nothing that keeps a person up at night more than unaddressed home repairs. But it doesn’t have to be that way – you can take charge at the first sign of trouble and avoid a lot of headaches for yourself and your family later. Needing a new roof is one of the most significant home repairs, and knowing what to do can make a huge difference when it comes to protecting your largest investment.

Here are 5 tips to make the process easier:

1. Figure out what makes you think there’s a problem. 
First, it’s necessary to discern what issues led you to believe the roof needs work. Have shingles fallen into the yard? Are ominous stains suddenly appearing on the ceiling inside your house, or does the paint on the inner walls look damaged? These are just a few of the signs you might have picked up on, according to the experts at Total Roofing, but others exist.

2. Record signs of the problem for later. 
If there are visible signs that the roof needs work, document those signs as soon as possible. Take out a smartphone and snap a few photographs of any leaks, changes to walls, missing shingles or accumulated debris. Written descriptions can also help, such as how the attic floor feels damp to the touch. The main goal is to have information to share when it’s time to call in the experts.

3. Look back on all related paperwork.
It’s a good idea to take a look at the existing roof warranty when considering a whole new roof or work on the existing roof. Warranties are often neglected until they are necessary, so do the homework and learn the difference between the manufacturing warranty and the workmanship warranty. A lot of roof issues are the result of faulty work by the original contractor – and many warranties do not last longer than a year or two. 
Also, figure out the deductible on related insurance policies. Remember, a repair that will cost fewer dollars than the insurance deductible is not worth filing an insurance claim for, according to the experts at Total Roofing. Sometimes, it’s better to pay out of pocket.

4. Prepare questions. 
Make a list of questions to ask the people who will fix or replace the roof. Obviously, cost is a huge factor – and whether it behooves you to call in an insurance claim. But other questions, such as how long certain repairs might last before a completely new roof is necessary, are also pertinent.

5. Bring in the professionals.
Once you’re armed with the necessary information, it’s finally time to call in the professionals. Deciding to fix your roof yourself is not only a dangerous idea; it’s not the best bet for guaranteeing the roof’s longevity.

When you call the experts at Total Roofing, you can be assured that experienced project managers and roofing crew members will be on hand for any project. They have been assisting with the roofing needs of southern Colorado from its Colorado Springs office and several satellite offices since 2005.