Advantages and Disadvantages of Re-Roofing

Phil's Main Roofing 

(203) 838-4545

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Will you be redoing your roof in the near future? Before you can begin any work, one question you will have to ask yourself is whether you would prefer to tear off your old roof or apply new materials directly on top of what already exists. But while both approaches are perfectly acceptable, they each have pros and cons of their own that need to be considered in order to determine which method works best for your home. 

If you're already leaning towards re-roofing for your next project, let the following soak in first:

Advantages: 

1. Since you aren't taking off any old layers, there won't be as much material to clean up once the project is complete. Furthermore, you won't have to worry about the outdated materials damaging your home when it's tossed to the ground.
2. For the most part, the cost of re-roofing is cheaper than tear off and replacement due to the fact that you're saving on time and labor costs.

Disadvantages:

1. By choosing not to remove your old roof, you lose the opportunity to have your roofing contractor inspect the underlying structure of your home. Therefore, you won't know if there is other damage that needs tending to.
2. Shingles perform best when applied to a flat surface. Although a professional roofing contractor will know the techniques necessary to re-roof over an existing layer, be warned that if any shingles are damaged, their current state may be reflected in what is added on top.

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Now that we've got your wheels turning, have you decided for or against re-roofing? Regardless of your decision, the expert technicians at Phil's Main Roofing can help; our residential services include both re-roofing and tear off and replacement! To learn more about the processes involved in each or to schedule your FREE estimate for your next project, please give us a call at (203) 838-4545 today!