You wake up one morning and notice a brownish stain on your ceiling as you brush your teeth. You ask yourself, “How did a water leak occur in my ceiling?” Right then it hits you, your roof must have a leak! The first step in recognizing you have a roof leak is not to panic. Sometimes a roof leak is not as severe as you might think. For example, perhaps your pipe collar is cracked, or some caulk around a vent or edge allows moisture to get through your roof. Either way, if you suspect a leak, the best thing to do is to call a roofing company and get it checked out. Now keep in mind most roof leaks start small, but if left unaddressed, they can become worse and lead to more significant issues. The positive news is most of the time, a small roof leak doesn’t require a new roof but instead just a roof repair. In extreme cases where a roof is ancient, and the plywood is rotting, well then you might have some bigger issues!

Hypothetically speaking, let’s say you do have rotten plywood, a leak, or you notice missing shingles. These would all be examples of visual signs your roof needs some TLC. Some roofing issues are obvious: Missing shingles Water stains inside of the home Exposed roof components that look out of place However, there are also times where you might not see apparent roof issues such as rotting plywood, pipe collar cracks, or “hidden” leaks. In this case, it’s best to have your roof inspected every few years especially as your roof enters double digits in age! Roofs that are over 15 are not built to last like roofs that are replaced present day! Which leads to perhaps the next most common roofing question – how much does a new roof cost?

According to last year’s 2024 COST VS VALUE REPORT, the average cost to replace an asphalt shingle roof (the most common type) in the United States is $30,680. This general price doesn't account for roof size, complexity, and the other cost factors. On top of this, roofing prices are very area-dependent. For example, the average cost to replace an asphalt shingle roof is $24,533 in our area of Treasure Coast, Florida. Even with the averages, an asphalt roof replacement will cost around $20,000 for a standard middle-class home. Unfortunately, roofing costs have continued to rise due to manufacturers increasing the prices of their roofing materials.

Most people think replacing a roof is a week-long project, but it is actually really fast. Our crews often take one day to replace a roof. Our roof replacement process is thorough and includes tarping for tear-off, tearing off old shingles, inspecting plywood, laying underlayment, installing new asphalt shingles, and then a cleanup process that provides for using magnets to get nails! Simple and efficient!

We actually wrote an entire article answering the classic metal vs shingle roof question. In most cases, it depends on the following: Your budget Your preference Long term, what do you want to look at Where you live Each of these factors should be considered; most go with a shingle roof because it is affordable, easy to have installed, and lasts long with current roofing warranties.

All roofs come with specific product warranties from the shingle manufacturer, backed by labor warranties. Every company is different in what they offer. For more product warranty info, see below: GAF Product Warranty Info Owens Corning Warranty Info

The answer to this question varies. However, a new roof should last well over 20+ years. With positive strides in the asphalt shingle industry and advanced technology, a new roof is going to last way longer than roofs from even 15 years ago. Not to mention, new roofs have fantastic product warranties. The most significant factor is areas where high winds occur too often; this can decrease the life of a roof.

Yes and No. Sometimes insurance companies will cover damage to your roof that is caused by wind or hail. However, there is also the possibility they won’t, depending on the type of damage! Either way, if you suspect you might be a candidate for a new roof through your insurance company, you can always reach out, and we can inspect your roof for free. If we think so, too, we can recommend contacting your insurance for them to inspect your roof!

While you’re not supposed to answer a question with a question, what you can do is ask these questions when you go to hire a roofing contractor! Is your company insured? Is your company licensed? Do you have references and reviews? What does your roofing warranty look like?