Replacement and Repair

Roofing 101

Your roof protects your home or building and everything inside.  All roofing materials have a lifespan. Their longevity is affected by many factors, including weather.

Knowing some basics about roofing will help you make informed decisions when you need to replace or repair your roof. Raymond Hardin Roofing will do a free inspection and give you an honest assessment of your roofing needs.

Reroofing

Reroofing adds new roofing over an existing shingle roof. Reroofing costs less than roof replacement because the existing shingles do not have to be removed. Building codes allow only two layers of shingles, so reroofing can be done only once. 

Some local building codes allow metal roofing to be installed over existing shingles. Eliminating the shingle tear-off lowers the installation cost, but the roofer will have to use vented metal or build a ventilation pocket between the layers to avoid moisture from collecting and causing mold and rot. 

Reroofing is an option only if the decking is solid and the existing roof is free of any major leaks, decay, or missing shingles. Any major problems are likely to recur with reroofing, so roof replacement is usually a better option. 

Roof replacement

A new roof adds value to your home and has the highest return on investment of all exterior home improvements—averaging 105%. Your choice of roofing materials and color can give your home or building a brand new look. 

Raymond Hardin Roofing will provide you with a free estimate. We use tarps to protect your landscaping and run a magnet around the property every day to clean up any stray fasteners that might cause injury to people or pets. We replace all turbines, pipes, and stacks to give your entire roof a brand new look.

Roof repair

If you think an area of your roof has been damaged, please contact us to inspect your roof. For your own safety, avoid getting on the roof yourself. 

Please read this important information if you suspect storm damage. 

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