Knowing When You Need a Roof Replacement in Arkansas

As a homeowner, it's important to know the difference between roof repairs and a roof replacement, and when the latter is most necessary. Being informed is your best defense against scammers in both the roofing and insurance industries. At Foster Roofing, we will answer your questions honestly and will never pressure you into purchasing unnecessary services.

Protect yourself and your family by calling the most trusted roofing company in Fort Smith, AR.

[Read more "Should You Repair Your Roof or Replace It?" here]

Taken from the article:
"The goal of the good quality contractor is to help educate and advise potential clients so they can make the best decision possible, based on their roofing problems and current needs. If you're considering a roofing repair or replacement, we recommend the following list of considerations and ask your roofing contractor these questions prior to deciding which decision is best for you.

1. How long will the current roof last?

2. How long can you expect the flashings and other roofing components to last?

3. What signs of deterioration is the contractor seeing?

4. If you are selling the home in 1-5 years from now, consider these points:

• Will the roof pass an inspection at that time?

• If it will not pass an inspection at that time, will it pass with more repairs or will it require replacement?

• How does the roof look from the ground? Is it unattractive and likely to affect the curb appeal when selling or renting?

• Is it in good enough condition to be cleaned for substantially better appeal without harming the roof? (Pressure washing harms asphalt shingles and any type of wood roofs. A chemical treatment and hand brushing should be used for these types).

5. Has the roofing estimator inspected the entire roof to address potential leaks and deficiencies — or did they only examine the current leak area or obvious deficiency? The roofer should always inspect the entire roof.

6. What is the likelihood of additional leaks manifesting? If there are potentially more, compare what would it cost to fix any interior damage against the cost of doing preventative repairs now.

7. If a repair is performed, will it be visible and will it match, or be a potential eyesore? This matters more if selling the home (most visible repairs do not match due to weathering and organic growth on the existing roof covering; some repairs do weather-in after a few months)

8. Will potential leaking be on your mind if you do not replace the roof? Has this leak been hard to find? Would you have more peace of mind with replacing the roof, taking into consideration its age and condition?"

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