If you don’t notice problems with your roof, then it’s probably because it’s doing a good job of protecting you from rain, snow, hail, and winds. As with any part of your home though, there will come a time when your roof needs to be replaced. A Yahoo! Voices article says that if your home still has its original roof, you might want to consider replacing it:
1) Homeowners with a 20 year old roof:
Some roofs last a long time. I’ve heard of a roof lasting over 25 years. I have personally never seen one do so. If you maintain your roof and keep your gutters cleaned then you should have no problems with your roof. However, when you have the original roof and you have not done anything to the roof but you notice a little something leaking in the house. You probably need to have it inspected. Most inspectors when seeing a roof of this age will tell you to replace it. Homeowners are better safe than sorry. You want to protect your most precious investment.
If the article applies to you, then the next question is what type of roof to get; nowadays, you can take your pick from tile, asphalt, slate and even wooden roofing materials. However, the one material quickly gaining popularity with homeowners around the country is metal. If any of the following scenarios ring true for you, consider contacting metal roofing companies in Dover, NH:
You Plan to Live in Your Home for a Long Time
If you think New Hampshire is the perfect place to raise your kids and grow old in, then you will have to choose a roofing material that’s in it for the long haul. As such, metal roofing might be the perfect option as it can easily render 40-60 years of service. What’s more, Dover, NH metal roofers like Performance Roofing offer generous warranties that guarantee years of worry-free comfort.
You Live in an Area with Coastal Weather
People who live by the coast are no strangers to storms and hurricanes, and no matter how tough your roofing system is, it’s liable to be damaged by gale-strong winds. Fortunately, metal roofs have interlocking metal flanges and hidden fasteners that allow them to withstand wind gusts of up to 140 mph.
You’re Eco-conscious
If you’re wary of your roofing’s impact on the environment, metal roofs are an eco-friendly option since it contains up to 90% recycled content and can itself be recycled when its usable life comes to an end.
(Article Excerpt and Image from 5 Reasons Homeowners Need to Get a New Roof,
Yahoo! Voices, January 06, 2007)
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