Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated June 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 Kennebunk home can lead to loss of energy efficiency, water damage, or pest infestations.
No matter the issue, there's a roofing pro near you who can help solve it. Use our guide of Kennebunk'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 a major piece of your home like your roof. Below, find the average price range for roof replacement on a 1,500 square foot home in Kennebunk, as well as price differences between different popular roofing materials.
Installing a new roof is a major home renovation that might cost tens of thousands of dollars when finished. It's essential to research in depth to find a highly skilled and reputable roofing company for the job. Here are the main things to consider when choosing a roofer.
Though most homeowners don't think about their roof on a daily basis, it plays a vital protective role for your home. Keep watch for these common signs that your roof may need inspection and repairs from a professional roofer.
Your roof's age and material are both important. The most popular residential roofing material is asphalt shingles, which typically last around 20–25 years before needing to be replaced. Schedule an inspection if your roof is reaching this age to determine if a full replacement is needed.
One of the clearest signs of roof trouble is water leaks. Stains on your ceilings, walls, or insulation, or in your attic likely indicate water seeping through worn or damaged shingles. Even small leaks can be an issue, as they can facilitate mold growth and further damage your roof.
Seeing roof deck boards or sheathing under your shingles is a sign that those shingles are severely curling or losing their seal. This means it's time for replacement. Shingles need to lie flat to stop water from entering your home.
Carefully inspect your shingles from the ground or a safely-placed ladder. Look for any shingles that are cracked or are missing granules. Over time, environmental factors like storms can cause surface damage. To keep your roof in good condition, we recommend replacing any dislodged or gaping shingles.
Roof flashing creates a watertight seal around vents, valleys, chimneys, and other areas where water can leak into your home. Peeling, cracked, or deteriorated flashing can allow leaks. We recommend quickly addressing any problems with the roof flashing that come up.
A structural problem can lead to roof sagging or uneven slopes. If you notice signs of the roof sagging, get a roofing company to inspect it. A roof deck that isn't reinforced will get worse over time.
The best type of roofing material for your home in Kennebunk will depend on factors such as your budget and how often you're willing to do maintenance.
Metal costs more but is more durable, while asphalt will be cheaper up front but will require more maintenance. Wood roofs have better insulation than many other materials, which can be very beneficial in the winter.
In Maine, roofing contractors do not need any state licensure (unless they work with asbestos, which requires specific licensure from the Department of Environmental Protection). However, the state requires "a written contract with a specific provision that prohibits payment up front of more than one third of the contract price" for any construction or home improvement projects worth over $3,000.
Roof replacement usually takes around one to five days. This timeline can be affected by factors like the weather in Kennebunk, the size of your roof, and how easy your roof is to access. Be prepared for Kennebunk's rainy weather to slow down progress.
The best time of year to have your roof replaced is fall or spring. In the winter, Kennebunk's cold temperatures can impede progress.
The extent of the cleaning needed, as well as the material of your roof, will decide how your contractor cleans it. Some roofs benefit from power washing, but this is not recommended for materials like asphalt tiles. "Soft washing" is done with tools like brushes and brooms, and employs chemicals like detergent and bleach.
