What Are The Best Times to Replace My Roof?
Leaking roofs may need a full roof replacement
If you’ve got a roof leak, it’s best to get it evaluated and fixed immediately. Water inside the home can cause rot, mold, staining, and other types of water damage. Even if the leak is small, the damage could end up being quite expensive if not resolved quickly.
Call a licensed and insured roofer for an inspection right away. Not only will we look for the obvious issues, such as major damage to flashing and the shingles, but we also know where the hidden culprits tend to be. Our trained crew will help identify the leak and assess whether repair will be sufficient, or whether you need a full roof replacement.
Major damage from storms may require a full roof replacement
If your home has suffered damage from a major storm or falling debris, the damage may be extensive enough to make a full replacement the best option. When we inspect your roofing system, we’ll look at the shingles to check if they are torn, missing, warped, or cracked, but we’ll also look at the roofing structure itself and inside the attic. We’ll check for sagging, rot, and water damage as well.
Aging roofs should be replaced before you experience problems
It’s best not to wait until you have active damage and leaks before doing a full replacement. If your roof is older than 15-20 years, now is a good time to be proactive with this project.
Even the best asphalt shingles will deteriorate over time, as do all materials. They may shrink, curl up, become loose, or turn brittle as they age. You may not experience a leak just yet, but now is a good time to get an estimate so you can plan for your next roofing system.
Summer and Fall are traditionally great seasons to replace your roof
Homeowners usually come to us to plan their full roof replacement during the summer and fall months after the rainy spring season has ended. That’s because the weather is most cooperative during the summer and fall months.
Summer days are longest, so provide the best opportunity to get the full roof replacement done in a day. The fall also has great weather, but with cooler air and lower humidity. Both are popular times to schedule a roof replacement.
Yes, we can do roof installations even in the winter!
You might be surprised to learn that we can still do full roof installations, even in the winter. Of course, we do need to have the roof and surrounding area clear of ice and snow, and we recommend only roofing above a certain temperature to maintain the integrity of the roofing components.
Most Massachusetts homeowners prefer to schedule their roof replacement when the weather will be the most temperate, so the schedule is usually busier in the summer/fall. It’s easier to schedule your roof replacement in the winter or the spring.
If you have to replace your skylights, replace your roof at the same time
If your skylights are leaking, deteriorating, or are simply getting old, you may be considering a skylight replacement. This is actually the best time to replace your roof so that they are done together.
Replacing your roof and the skylights at the same time is more cost effective because you are already disturbing the components when you replace one or the other. When done together, the installation is fully integrated and also keeps your maintenance cycles in sync with each other.
Call Golden Group Roofing for full roof installation all year round in the Massachusetts area
If you’re a homeowner in the Greater Boston or Worcester area, we’re here to provide a worry-free roof replacement experience. Our crew is fully trained and insured. Call Golden Group Roofing (508) 873-1884 or get a free estimate online for your full roof replacement.
Watch the video to learn more about the best times to replace your roof and to get expert advice on planning your roof replacement project.
