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These Roofing Services Could Keep You From Needing A Roof Replacement So Soon

16 June 2020

Lori Silva

When do you call a roofing service? Many people call when they need a roof replacement. Replacing a roof is often necessary when the roof falls into disrepair, and you can expect to pay at least $5,000 — for a small roof. But this is not the only time you should call a roofing company. In fact, if you call a roofing company for some of these other services, you may not have to call about a roof replacement so soon.

Insulation Services

Insulation is often seen as a comfort material. Indeed, it helps keep your home from feeling too warm in the summer or too cool in the winter, and it also lowers your energy bills. But insulation — particularly attic insulation — also protects your roof. It prevents so much of the heat from your home from leeching through the roof and melting snow in the winter. Since melted snow can refreeze and cause shingles to peel, this is definitely a good thing. Most roofing companies offer insulation services. They can come to replace any attic insulation that has been damaged or compacted, or they can add insulation if you don't have enough.

Flashing Repair and Replacement Services

It's not always the shingles that go first. Often, the flashing around your chimney and sewer vents starts to peel away. As this happens, water leaks behind the flashing and starts causing the shingles and the roof's underlayment to deteriorate. If your flashing starts to look worn or rusty, contact a roofing company. They can come to replace the flashing, which will minimize damage and help your shingles last a few years longer.

Moss Removal

Moss often grows on shaded roofs — especially roofs that have trees hanging over them. It's more than just an eyesore. It can cause your shingles to break down and start crumbling before they otherwise would. If you see any tiny bit of moss growing on your roof, contact a roof repair service and have them come remove it. This is far safer than trying to scrub the moss away yourself. (That could cause even more roof damage.) The sooner you act on this, the better.

If you call a roofing company to take care of the issues above, it may be a few more years before you have to call them for a roof replacement. Since roof replacements are expensive and extensive, this is definitely to your benefit.

For more tips, reach out to a local roofer.

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