Roof Replacement: 4 Things Every Homeowner Should Know

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Roof Replacement 4 Things Every Homeowner Should
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How much the roof replacement will cost Theres
no way to determine exactly how much the
replacement will cost you until you call in a
roofing contractor who will estimate the price
depending on several factors including The
size of your roof The pitch (e.g. steepness)
of the roof The materials and The labour
fees Your roof material options While you cant
scrimp on the materials to be used, there are
more affordable roofing options today such as the
aluminum composite panels available in Singapore.
Such metal roofing options are more preferred
these days due to their affordability, longevity
and superior fire resistance.
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How often a roof needs to be replaced How often
you should replace your roof largely depends on
the material its made of. Here are some of the
estimates on how often to have your roof
replaced Composition Shingles - 12-20 years
Wood Shingles - 20-25 years Asphalt
Shingles - 15-30 years Rubber Roofs - 30-50
years Metal Roofs - 50-75 years Other signs
your roof needs replacement Besides age, there
are other indications that your roof already
requires repair or replacement. These include
Mould growth Cracked shingles Shingle edges
are curled The roof looks old and worn