Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated February 2024
Maintaining your roof is critical to protecting you and your home, but isn't always an easy task. Damage to the roof of your Bakersfield home can end up causing loss of energy efficiency, pest infestations, or water damage.
No matter the issue, there's a roofing pro near you who can help solve it. Use our guide of Bakersfield's top roofers to find the right one for your job.
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Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on roofers to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
Cost is an important consideration when replacing your roof. Below is the average price range to replace a roof on a 1,500 square foot home in Bakersfield. We also highlight prices for popular roofing materials.
A new roof installation is a large home renovation that can cost over twenty thousand dollars total. It's essential to research and find the most qualified and reputable roofing company for the job. Here are some important considerations for selecting a roofer.
Though most homeowners don't think about their roof on a daily basis, it plays a vital protective role for your home. Be attentive for these common signs that your roof may need professional inspection and repair.
The age and material of your roof are key factors. Asphalt shingles, the most common residential roofing material, typically last around 20–25 years before needing replacement. If your roof is nearing or past this lifespan, get a professional inspection to determine if full replacement is needed.
Leaks are a typical sign of roof issues. Water leaking through damaged or worn shingles often leads to water stains on walls, insulation, and ceilings, or in your attic. Don't ignore even small leaks, as leaks of any size can lead to mold and other damage.
If you can see the roof decking or sheathing material underneath your shingles, it means those shingles are severely curling or losing their seal and need to be replaced. Shingles should lie flat to keep water from entering your home.
Carefully inspect your shingles from the ground or a steady ladder. Look for any shingles that have cracks or have lost their protective granule coating. Over time, environmental factors like storms can cause surface damage. To keep your roof in good shape, we recommend replacing any shingles that are no longer attached properly or that have gaps.
Roof flashing seals off vents, valleys, chimneys, and other areas that pass through the roof. If the metal flashing is damaged, coming loose, or deteriorated, it can leak. Have any flashing problems fixed right away.
An uneven roofline may indicate a structural issue that requires professional evaluation. Without taking steps to fix or replace it, a sagging roof will continue deteriorating.
The best type of roofing material for your home in Bakersfield will depend on factors such as your budget and how frequently you want to do maintenance.
Metal costs more but is more durable, while asphalt will be cheaper up front but will require more maintenance. Metal, clay, and treated wood tend to be the best options if your part of Bakersfield is at higher risk of wildfire damage. In Bakersfield, winters can be cold. This can make a wood roof, with its superior insulation, a better choice for you. On the other hand, clay roofs can be beneficial during the summer, as they reflect Bakersfield's bright sunlight and save you money on cooling costs.
In California, licensing is handled by the Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board. Contractors must have a valid license to work on roofing projects valued above $500, and in most cases must be bonded.
Generally, it takes around one to five days to replace a roof. Variables that could influence the timeline include the size of your roof, how easily accessible it is, and the weather in Bakersfield during the process. .
Generally, spring or fall is the best time of year to have your roof replaced. In the summer, Bakersfield's hot temperatures can slow down the project.
You'll know your roofer did a good job if the roof has a uniform appearance, the roofline is not sagging, and the flashing and underlayment were properly installed.
