Anything can happen while your roof repair or replacement project is underway. That’s why it makes sense to prepare a contingency plan. Failure to do so not only inflates your costs but also causes delays, preventing you from completing the project on time.
Read on as we discuss some of the unexpected factors you need to know that can affect your roofing budget.
So your roof is already close to the end of its serviceable life and you decide to have it replaced with a new one. More often than not, it may no longer be compliant with today’s building codes. Your roofing contractor will check upon removal of the old roof, and if it is indeed noncompliant, you can expect them to rebuild the framing. This means more labor and materials, which can increase the total cost of your replacement.
It is not unusual for older roofing systems to have mold and rot accumulation. These two issues are often a result of water intrusion – mold thrives in damp environments like the attic, while rot appears on the roof’s wooden components that have been exposed to moisture for longer periods of time. Your roofing contractor will also have to remove the old roof to check for these issues and determine the severity of the infestation.
The old roof may also have been fixed or replaced by an inexperienced roofer or the previous homeowner. A poorly designed roof is prone to damage and has a compromised structural integrity. It may also have water traps, which may not be visible until after the roof is inspected thoroughly and torn down for replacement.
Understanding these factors allows you to better prepare your roofing budget and keep everything on track. To ensure the success of your roof repair or replacement, turn to the certified roofing team at Chase Roofing LLC. Thanks to the over 50 years of collective experience that our team brings, we’re more than capable of finding the right solutions.
In addition to providing exceptional residential roofing services, we also specialize in gutter repair and skylight installations. Give us a call at (757) 872-0700 or (757) 206-1948 to get started. You may also fill out our contact form to request a free quote. We serve homeowners in Newport News, VA, and the nearby communities in the Hampton Roads area.
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