As a homeowner, maintaining your roof is a year-round priority to ensure your property remains safe, structurally sound, and visually appealing. While roofing materials last anywhere from 20 to 100 years, external factors like storm damage can negatively impact their life expectancy. Here’s some information to help you understand when to hire a general contractor for roof repair or replacement.

Understanding When to Schedule Roof Repairs vs. Replacement

Repairs

Roof repairs are often the right call when damage is minimal or localized to a central area. For example, a qualified contractor can replace a few missing shingles after a storm or correct a bit of mold growth in one spot. If you discover a leak in your roof, they can inspect your system as a whole and determine whether the leak and damage can be repaired. Also, scheduling repairs is often cost-efficient and appropriate if your roofing is less than a few years old with plenty of life left.

Replacement

For many homeowners, a roof replacement is necessary when damage occurs in several places, or if a leak is extensive and leads to mold, mildew, and rot that compromises your home’s structural integrity. The age of your roof is also a primary factor in determining whether replacement is wise for your budget in the long term. Also, if you’re planning on selling your home soon, roof replacement is a smart way to increase the overall property value and curb appeal to ensure a faster sale and more offers.

If you’re a homeowner dealing with roof damage and you need a trusted general contractor to help you determine whether roof repairs or replacement is in order, contact MAP Construction in Oakwood, OH. This team of roofing and HVAC technicians has over 50 years of combined experience serving residents across Montgomery County. To schedule an inspection, call (216) 220-6033. For more information on their services and commitment to quality craftsmanship at fair prices, visit their website.