Replacing your roof is something that homeowners do not tend to look forward to. However, your roof protects your home from damage and contributes to the overall aesthetics of your home. As the homeowner, you need to be confident that it is stable and remains in good working condition. If you see any signs of…
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When you are insured and your roof is damaged and needs to be replaced; the first call you’ll want to make is to your insurance company so you can get the damage replaced as quickly as possible. The insurance company will open a claim for your roof replacement and begin by sending an adjuster to…
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A reliable roofing contractor should have a combination of technical expertise, strong communication skills and a commitment to quality and safety. They should also be insured and licensed; as well as have a good reputation in the community in which they work. DownUnder Roofing is an Australian roofing contractor in Kansas City that embraces these…
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A roof replacement is tearing off the old roof and replacing the old roof with new roofing materials and components. This allows your roofing contractor to work from a blank canvas and work with a clean area. But what exactly does this process look like? To the average person, chaos; but in a controlled environment.…
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Word of mouth from people you know and trust is the best way to find a new roof contractor. You can also use online resources like Thumbtack or check reviews on Google or Yelp and even the Better Business Bureau. In addition to finding someone you can trust to do your roofing repair, it’s also…
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When it comes to a roofing repair or a completely new roof, it depends on the percentage of the roof that is damaged. The rule of thumb in roofing is if the damage exceeds 25% of the roof’s surface area and the roofing work was permitted at the time of installation, the insurance company may…
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The overall expense of a leaking roof can have too many variables to be a fixed cost. Repair variables include factors like age of roof, condition of roof, weather conditions and the frequency of the maintenance of the roof … to name a few. Older roofs are more likely to require repairs due to conditions…
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If your roof is getting old you may experience some damage and leaks it’s time to search for a new roof contractor. And it’s important to know how much of an expense you will be looking at, especially if insurance is not covering it. A new roof can be an investment for your home. A…
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Putting together a roofing estimate takes time and an in-person visit to the home where the roofing repair or replacement is needed. Believe it or not, calling a roofing company and asking them how much a roof leak costs, isn’t something a roofing company can, or should, do. Once you’ve done a thorough scope of…
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Some roofs are beyond repair. And when this happens, the roof will need a full tear-off to replace the existing roof. When a full roof tear off is involved, it means completely removing the existing roofing materials, including the shingles, flashing, fasteners, ice and water shields; all the way down to the decking. Once all…
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