When a person sees water damage in their home, it’s a sign that they need to have their roof inspected. A licensed roofing contractor from Ralph Hays Roofing will determine if the roof needs to be repaired or replaced. He will then give the customer a list of the work that should be done and a cost estimate. He will make sure that the homeowner understands this list and why he is recommending these tasks. It’s important for a person to call a company with a history of both repairing roofs and replacing roofs. Some contractors only perform more costly roof replacements and therefore only recommend this option.
The Roofing Tucson Company should also be adept at many different kinds of roofing materials including shingles, metal, and tile. Metal roofs have become more popular recently because they last up to 50 years are more. Typical shingles come with 15 to 20 year warranties. Tuscon is a very hot and sunny region, therefore the homeowner and their contractor should consider roofing materials that reflect sunlight. Eco-friendly shingles are now being made from recycled products. These are coated with materials to reflect the solar rays that produce heat. These can reduce cooling costs up to 20 percent. Given how many sunny days the Tuscon region has each year, reflective shingles can significantly reduce a home’s cooling costs.
Many homes in the Tuscon region are built with flat roofs that are painted. Periodically these roofs have to be repainted or recoated. Homeowners can choose from white, tan or gray. However homeowners associations may limit this option. Each color reflects light differently. White reflects the most light and gray the least. While a white or tan recoating will last three to four years, an aluminum reocating last from five to seven years. A roofing contractor can help the homeowner assess which color is best for the structure and aesthetics of their home.
Regardless of the type of roofing the homeowner chooses, the contractor should return each year to inspect the roofs and make small repairs if necessary. This will maintain the warranty and extend the life of the roof. Visit the website for more details.
