Broadly speaking, roofing services are categorized into two distinct segments. Roof Repair & Roof Replacement. The former is required when the damage to the materials or wooden framework underneath is less, whereas the latter is required when the damage sustained to all the components of the roof is beyond repair.
Jay Remodeling being an expert roofing contractor, provides all kinds of roofing solutions to homeowners, including solar panel installation. We not only repair a damaged portion, but also replace the tiles, shingles, wood & metal that has either got broken, rot/rust infested or blown away due to a heavy storm. Now coming to the roofing materials and types. You can choose from asphalt shingles, clay tiles, concrete tiles, slates, metal roof, TPO roof and wooden shingles. Here, we’re not talking about insulation materials or radiant barriers that are placed on the underside of the roof. Just the exterior materials that are fully exposed to the natural elements.
The most common roofing material here in southern California is Asphalt shingles & clay baked or concrete tiles. Slates are quite uncommon in California. They are more prevalent in mainland Europe and in some parts of the north eastern US. Of late, metal roofing & TPO roofs have gained popularity among a lot of local residences. This is because of its hard-wearing and weather-resistant qualities. Though the initial investment is quite a bit in installing these roofs, it pays off well in the long run. It lasts longer than any other type of roof and the maintenance cost is also negligible.
Well, it definitely works if the damage sustained to the roofing material is not significant or serious in nature. A patch-work is a cost-effective way to do roof repair, instead of going for a roof replacement activity, which can be a costly affair. One such type of repair can extend the life of a roof to a few more years, and you can save for the costly replacement work, down-the-line. Completely tearing down the old materials and replacing it with a brand-new one can cost quite a bit. Therefore, patching or pathwork can be a great idea.
Such types of roofing services are mainly performed with materials like Asphalt shingles, wooden shingles, metal roofs and cedar shakes. The affected portion on the roof or leakage is sealed or covered with the same type of material, only for that particular area. In this way, you can effectively solve the problem of water leakage or some missing portion of the material. No need to go for complete replacement.
Now view the different types of roofing services that not only help your home exteriors look welcoming, but provide your roof with added strength and structural integrity. This is how outdated residences are transforming their facades.
| Asphalt shingles roofing | Repairing & replacing damaged shingles |
| Tile roofing | Replacing old, broken & missing tiles |
| Metal roofing | Replacing & repairing rust infested portions |
| Solar panel installation | Installing solar panels for energy-efficiency |
| Leak repair | Offering professional roof leak repair |
| Cool roof repair | Repairing the reflective material on roof |
To a significant extent! It is because a metal roof installation not only increases the resale value of your property by almost 40-45%, but also provides a maintenance-free living. Metal roofs are considered far more durable, hard-wearing & long lasting than any other roofing materials. In fact, when you plan to sell your house, having a metal roof helps fetch a greater asking price. So, it is advised to go for a metal roof installation, even though the initial installation cost is high. A lot of homeowners in Los Angeles are now installing metal (copper) roofs, by replacing the old asphalt shingles & tiles. This is providing them with a peace of mind, in terms of maintenance. Secondly, it protects your family, other interior structures and expensive belongings from the natural elements like rain, sunshine, heat, and strong winds. There’s no way a metal roof is going to blow away, in case of a heavy storm.
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Well, it depends on the size (surface area) of the roof, materials used, design complexity of the roof, framework material and the extent or kind of damage suffered to a certain portion or the entire roof surface.
Probably, fall (autumn) season till the end of winter, here in southern California. It is because there is no fear of rain during this time of the year, and the weather condition is pleasant to work for hours, without feeling the heat of the sun.
Yes, initially it is! If you’re prepared with a budget, always go for it. This is because a metal roof has excellent hard-wearing and weather-resistant qualities, making it last longer than any other roofing material. The life-span of one such roof is more than 50 years. It requires less maintenance.
Certainly! It is one of the most cost-effective roofing materials, apart from clay baked tiles. It is relatively cheaper than wooden and metal roofs. Shingles are easy to install and it has a very low maintenance cost. Once installed, it can easily last for 15-20 years, with a fair bit of upkeep & maintenance.
