When you’ve worked hard to literally put a roof over your head, taking care and maintaining that roof is a high priority. When the elements take their toll and cause damage, it can be easy to want to start from scratch and replace the entire roof with brand new material. This, however, isn’t always the best—or most financially logical—solution. There are a number of different aspects to consider when choosing between roof repair and roof replacement, so allow the roofing experts of My Roofing Co. to guide you through just some of the determining factors.

When it comes to shingles, replacing ones that have been blown away by the wind is a fairly simple procedure, and torn shingles can be removed and replaced without much consequence to the rest of the roof. However, replacing individual shingles in this manner can result in a patchwork of color on your roof—while this isn’t a major issue, it can affect the home’s attractiveness to potential buyers. Color can be closely matched with single-shingle repair, however, so re-roofing may still not be necessary.

If there’s more significant and widespread damage to the roof, the decision to eschew patching in favor of roof replacement is easier. But damage isn’t the only determining factor when it comes to roof repair—the age of the roof is important as well.  Even if damage to a roof isn’t major, completely replacing an older roof may be a more sound decision in the long run than patching. Fully repairing a roof in a piecemeal way can ended up being significantly more expensive than completing the task in a single, more intensive repair.

As you can see, the decision between roof repair and roof replacement can be a tricky one. Thankfully, residents of Oahu can consult the professionals at My Roofing Co. to help make the right choice for any situation. For more information on roof repair and replacement, call (808) 352-7272 or visit the website today.