There comes a time when every property owner wonders, “Should I repair or replace my roof?” There’s a lot of money at stake. If there is damage, most of it is probably hidden. Unless your best friend is in the roofing business, you need to find someone whose opinion you can trust.
Do your own examination first. Take a flashlight up to the attic. Does any of the roof structure appear to be sagging? Is water coming in anywhere? This will usually be evident as stains or dark spots. If you find any damp spots, there is definitely a problem.
The exterior examination is looking for missing or torn shingles, broken or cracked flashing or any damp or moldy areas. If you have a tile roof, do NOT walk on it. That will lead to broken tiles that an expert will need to replace. Look for the places that water leaves the roof and see if there are any problems. Gutters, downspouts and drains should all be attached and free of debris. If you have a shingle roof, see if there is any material in the gutters that looks like large grains of sand. If you see this, that means that your shingles are aging.
If you see any of these problems, call for a professional examination. One thing to keep in mind is how old the roof is. Most shingle roofs last about 20 years. If the roof is in the 17-18 year range, for example, compare the repair cost to the replace cost. If repairs require that the shingles be removed so that the layers underneath can be repaired, a new roof might be the most cost-effective option. If the roof is only a few years old, damage was probably caused by weather and repair is probably the best choice.
Mallard Construction & Roofing is a family-owned and -operated company that takes pride in going the extra mile for their Oklahoma customers. Their quality craftsmanship has earned them many Elite Certifications, including GAF/ELK certification, HAAG Roofing Inspector and Owens/Corning Preferred Contractor. The company does both residential and commercial roofing jobs of all types and are fully bonded and insured. Their goal is to find the best solution for any roofing problem. When looking for a qualified and reputable Roofer in Edmond residents should call Mallard for a free estimate.
