Even the strongest of roofs will begin to deteriorate over time, and depending on the material a well-built roof could last anywhere from 30-100 years. Once your roof has reached this range, it’s time to seriously think about a roof replacement.
What To Consider When Replacing Your Roof
There’s a lot to consider when a total roof replacement is imminent. What causes the need for a roof replacement? What kind of materials should you use, and exactly what goes into the final cost of a replacement? These are all important factors to examine when replacing a roof, but the single most important factor is the company you hire to get the job done right. That’s why, when you’re thinking about a roof replacement, you need the experts at Ridgeline Construction Roofing & Exteriors. We’re your roofing pros, with decades of experience in roofing repair, maintenance, and replacement.
When to Replace Your Roof
There are several signs that a total roof replacement may be approaching. Once a roof reaches 30 years of age, the materials holding it together will start to decay. While some materials last longer than others, eventually every roof will need to be replaced. If your roof is starting to show signs of aging, give us a call. We’ll examine your options, and help you make the best decision possible for the security of you and your home or business.
Storm Damage
Storm damage can also create a dire situation for your home or business’s roof. At Ridgeline Construction Roofing & Exteriors we’re happy to help in your time of need, and we gladly work with nearly all insurance companies. We’ll determine the extent of the damage, and offer our extensive expertise on any repair or roof replacement.
Determining the Cost of a Roof Replacement
There are numerous factors that can affect the financial bottom line when you’ve decided on a roof replacement. Generally speaking, a roof replacement can range anywhere from $5,500 to $11,000, with the average cost to replace a roof being right around $8,000. Above all else, the square footage of your roof, the materials you chose to build the roof, and lastly the labor costs involved in a roof replacement, will play the biggest roles in calculating your costs.
- Square Footage — The size of your roof is one of the biggest factors that will determine your costs. The larger the area being repaired or replaced, the more materials and labor that will be needed as well.
- Materials — Like most constructions, the saying that “you get what you pay for” is equally as true for roofs. Asphalt shingles will be relatively cheaper, but may not last as long as more expensive materials like metal roofing or TPO roofing. Generally, materials will make up 40% of the final costs.
- Labor — A special roofing measurement called a square, denoting 100 square feet, is used to determine the cost of a roof replacement. Labor costs typically range from $150-$300, and can fluctuate due to the severity of the repair or replacement, environmental conditions, and other factors.
Ridgeline is Your Roofing Resource
Whether it’s now, a year from now, or thirty years from now, your roof will eventually need to be replaced. When that time comes, you need Ridgeline Construction Roofing & Exteriors in your corner. We’ll walk you through the entire roof replacement and repair process, with top-rated workmanship by professionally trained and certified roofers. Call, click, or come by today, we’ll get started on your free estimate to help you make the best decision possible when it comes to protecting what matters most.