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Replacing a roof isn’t as exciting as a kitchen or bath remodel, but it’s a considerable home improvement investment.

A new roof is a once, maybe twice, in a lifetime purchase, so many homeowners aren’t too familiar with the process, the latest roofing shingles or even how to choose a roofer. We encourage homeowners to ask these import roofing questions!

There’s a lot more to reroofing your home than we can cover below in the Roofing FAQs, but these are the roofing questions we’re asked most frequently and a good place to start.

There are many different factors that can affect the price of a roof repair. So, there is not a one-size fits all answer. For example, the condition of the roof, the pitch, and the type of shingles can all impact the price of the repairs. If you want to know the exact price, you really need to get a quote done. Contact Us! Quotes from Valley Oak Roofing are completely free.

Unless you are a trained roofer, it is not a good idea for you to try to repair your roof yourself. Not only is roof repair extremely dangerous because of the heights, it is difficult work that requires skill. People who do roofing professionally have to go through training and obtain certification. This makes them qualified to do the work in a safe and professional way. So, you should just leave it to the professionals in nearly every circumstances.

Unless you are a trained roofer, it is not a good idea for you to try to repair your roof yourself. Not only is roof repair extremely dangerous because of the heights, it is difficult work that requires skill. People who do roofing professionally have to go through training and obtain certification. This makes them qualified to do the work in a safe and professional way. So, you should just leave it to the professionals in nearly every circumstances.

The exact amount of time that your new roof will last depends on many different variables. For example, the materials that are used, whether or not your roof is hit by a hail storm, or another serious weather event, and other factors can all impact it’s lifespan. It is common for roofs to last from between 15 to 25 years. However, roofs made from stronger materials such as metal can last even longer.

Roof damage can be caused by many different things as the years pass. For example, mildew growth, algae growth, direct sunlight, extreme weather, and other things can all provide challenges to roofs, and can harm them over time. Hail is one thing in particular that causes a lot of damage to roofs. In some hailstorms, the hailstones are as large as golf balls. So, when they fall from the sky and land on roofs, it can cause a lot of damage.

Generally speaking, the hailstone must be larger than a typical marble in order to be damaging to a roof. If it is smaller than that, then it is unlikely to cause damage to your roof, especially if you have a metal roof. If high winds are involved, then it is more likely that hailstones will harm your home if they are marble-sized.

Definitely not. Whether or not a house’s roof gets damaged depends on what materials were used on the roof, and what condition the roof is in. Also, hailstorms can vary significantly in strength even in a small area. So, one roof in a neighborhood may be severely damaged by hailstorm, but other roofs may not be damaged at all.

This can be very tricky because water can travel for quite a ways before eventually forming a water spot in your ceiling. The best way to find the source of the leak is to have a professional come and inspect your roof. The professional can also give you a quote for how much it will cost to fix.

There are several reasons for why this could be happening. First, the shingles may not have been installed correctly. Also, there could be new damage from a recent storm. Further, it is possible that the shingles were added on top of older shingles which had a weak spot. A professional can come out, inspect your roof, and let you know exactly what the issue is.

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At Valley Oak Roofing, we’re not just about fixing roofs – we’re your go-to for everything roofing. From regular check-ups, full-scale replacements, to setting up brand new roofs, we’ve got it all under one roof. Opting for Valley Oak means teaming up with a group of passionate pros devoted to keeping your roof in tip-top shape for the long haul.