Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Your roof provides many important protections, from keeping your heat in to keeping water out. However, maintaining your roof isn't always simple. Damage to the roof of your Rutland home can end up causing loss of energy efficiency, water damage, or pest infestations.
No matter the problem, there's a roofing professional near you who can help solve it. Use our guide of Rutland's top roofers to find the best 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:
Budgeting is important when tackling a project as big as roof replacement. Below, we provide the average price range for replacing a roof on a 1,500 square foot home in Rutland. We also outline price differences between common roof materials.
Roof installation is a major home improvement project that can cost tens of thousands of dollars. It’s essential to do your research and find the best company for the job. Here are the key factors to consider when selecting a roofer.
Though most homeowners don't think about their roof every day, it plays a vital protective role for your home. Remain alert for these common signs that your roof may need professional inspection and repair.
The age and material of your roof play a big role. Asphalt shingles, the most common roofing material for homes, normally last about around 20–25 years. If your roof is approaching or past this lifespan, have it inspected to see if it needs to be replaced.
One of the most obvious signs of roof trouble is water leaks. Stains on your walls, insulation, or ceilings, or in your attic are often a sign of water seeping through worn or damaged shingles. Even small leaks can be an issue, as they can cause mold growth and further damage your roof.
Visible roof decking or sheathing under your shingles indicates that those shingles are severely curling or losing their seal. This means the shingles likely need replacement. Shingles should lie flat to stop water from getting into your home.
Carefully inspect your shingles from the ground or a steady ladder. Look for any shingles that have cracks or are missing granules. Over time, environmental factors like storms can cause surface damage. To keep your roof in good repair, you should replace any dislodged or gaping shingles.
Metal flashing on your roof creates a watertight barrier around chimneys, vents, valleys, and other areas where water can leak in. If the flashing is developing cracks, peeling away, or deteriorating over time, it may leak. Promptly address any flashing issues.
If your roof shows signs of sagging or unevenness, get a roofer to evaluate it. These issues could signal a structural problem. A sagging roof that's not reinforced or replaced will deteriorate more over time.
The best type of roofing material for your home in Rutland will depend on factors such as your budget and how frequently 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 has better insulation than many other roofing types, which can save you money during colder months.
Roofing is not on the list of occupations regulated by the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation. However, it's a good idea to check whether there are local licensing requirements by reaching out to a representative of your municipal government.
Roof replacement normally takes between one and five days. This timeline can be influenced by factors like the weather in Rutland, the size of your roof, and how easy your roof is to access. .
Your roof absolutely impacts how energy-efficient your home is. For example, in the winter a good roof allows you to spend less energy heating your home. Certain materials, such as metal, provide superior insulation compared to other types.
A professional might either pressure wash or "soft wash" your roof, depending on the roofing material and how much cleaning is needed. Power washing is not recommended for certain roof types like asphalt shingles. To soft wash your roof, your contractor might use tools such as brooms and brushes, and chemicals such as bleach and detergent.
After your roof installation, check the roof's appearance. If it looks uneven or not uniform, this is a sign that the roof was not installed correctly. Also, make sure the flashing wasn't reused. Properly installed flashing is important to keep leaks and water damage at bay. Lastly, you'll want to see that your contractor placed an underlayment between the shingles and sheathing of your house. This helps prevent leaks and extends your roof's lifespan.
