Roofing Choices to Fit Your Style & Budget

If you answered yes, you need to act fast! If you answered no, don’t wait until the damage is done! Your home’s roofing is exposed to many damaging elements & with time, will need a little love. So be proactive, and take care of your roof before any issues arise! It’s normal to have to replace it before damage is done.

When is it time to replace your roof?
Before it’s too late! Your roof is vital to your home and it must be replaced as soon as it no longer fulfills its role in protecting against infiltration. Structural damages can be caused by water damages, harming your home’s overall strength.

It’s important to replace your roof when:

• The coating materials are damaged in some places
• The roof has flexed in some areas due to insufficient support or structural deterioration
• The roof’s structure has been damaged by excessive snow and ice accumulation during the winter
• Infiltration has occurred at the roof’s flashing
• Excessive moisture under the roof has caused damage to the roof’s structure

Asphalt Shingle Roofing
Asphalt shingles are the most common roofing material due to their low cost, ease of installation (by a roofer), and almost endless colour range. Their typical lifespan can be of anywhere between 15 to 25 years. Even though asphalt shingles are most popular, they don’t last as long as other roofing materials. However, they remain low in cost which makes them easier to replace and have less of an impact on your financials – especially compared to metal roofing in more historical districts.

Metal Roofing
Metal is an extremely resilient material and its lifespan is quite long: often lasting over 50 years before needing to be replaced! As with asphalt shingles, a wide variety of colours and styles are available and you’re even able to repaint the metal if you feel the need for change or to refresh your roofing’s look. Metal roofs are often recommended because they are easy to maintain, are of good quality for the price, and are generally recyclable. However, they can be expensive to get installed and the noise generated by rain or hail can be bothersome.

How long does it take to replace a roof? 
The time it takes to replace your roof truly depends on the kind of material chosen, the slope angles, and how large the surface area is. For instance, an average sized sloped roof can get its shingles replaced in 1 to 2 days. For a flat roof, though, it can take between 5 and 7 days.