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The next time you walk outside, take a moment to gaze up at your roof. What do you see? Do you see even shingles that are all laying flat? Or do you see shingles that are starting to curl and that are covered in moss? You can tell a lot about the condition of your roof just by looking at it. If you are at all concerned about the state of your roof, then your first call should be to a roofing contractor. They can evaluate the situation and recommend repairs or replacement as needed. Learn more about roofing and roofing contractors here on this website.

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Can You Save On A New Roof Without Sacrificing Quality?

Lori Silva

Your home's roof is really important. So if you need your roof replaced, you don't really want to skimp on quality or have cheap materials used. It won't be worth it if you have a leak in a couple of years! However, this does not mean you can't save on your residential roof replacement. Here are some ways to keep the cost of a new roof down without sacrificing quality.

Choose black or dark brown shingles.

A few decades ago, you really only had the choice of two shingle colors: black or brown. Now, you can choose from about 30 different colors. This is nice, of course, but those colorful shingles come at a price. Also, not all shingle manufacturers offer them, so if you pick brightly colored shingles, you may have to buy from a more costly brand just by default. If you're okay with black or brown shingles, you can get a roof that is just as durable for a lower price. Every brand makes these, so your roofer can help you compare and contrast various options and choose the one that offers the best balance between durability and cost.

Ask if you can keep your existing gutters.

When you have a roof replaced, roofing companies often assume you want to replace your gutters. And if your gutters are in poor shape, you really do want to have them replaced. After all, they keep water off your roof and keep your shingles in good shape. But it's worth asking your roofing company to look over your gutters and see if they can possibly be preserved. If they don't have any leaks or damage, there's no reason the roofing company can't just put them back on after they put the new shingles on your home. This can save you a few hundred dollars and sometimes more.

Have the work done during the week.

So many people want to have their roof replaced on the weekend when they are home. Because there's a lot of demand for weekend work, roofing companies sometimes charge more for these days. If you can arrange to have your roof replaced during the week, your roof replacement company may charge you a bit less.

Replacing a roof is a investment, but if you are on a budget, there are some ways to bring the cost down a little without sacrificing quality. Talk to your roofer to get some more ideas. It's totally okay to be honest with them and tell them you're trying to save money; they'll understand and typically try to help.


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