"Over the last couple of years we have hired Roof Peak for several roof inspection and repair work and they have always been prompt, timely, and honest with their estimates and the completed work. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a roofing contractor."
"I asked several contractors to propose on a roof replacement for our private residence. Roofsfast sent Brady Fry, Director of Operations to look at the project and estimate the cost. Roofsfast offered the top-of-the-line roof replacement system at the best value including the fastest service in the shortest amount of time to complete the job. They left me with a beautiful new roof (this was a complicated job with nine dormers, steep angles, and very narrow spaces between four of the dormers) on time and exactly as estimated. Outstanding service with a professional crew and excellent clean-up! I highly recommend Roofsfast and would go to them first if I ever need another roof."
"I left a message on New Year's Eve. Dallas showed up on New Year's Day and provided me with options and provided a quote, including informing me that as a veteran, I was eligible for a rebate for the roof that I choose. He was very polite and professionally answered all my questions. New roof was installed four days later, by a hardworking crew who showed up on time and cleaned up before they left. I would definitely recommend Ask Zello Roofing for your roofing needs."
"They were awesome and did a fantastic job with replacing my house roof and a shed roof. Bery professional and did an excellent job cleaning up. I highly recommend this company!"
"HCR did a great job with replacing our roof. The materials are high quality and the work (removing original roof, laying down new roof and cleaning up) was done efficiently and with great detail. HCR also offers an excellent warranty and was very thorough in explaining options and setting up the work. We would highly recommend!"
"Brian was great with communication. The team were professional and did a great job on my roof. I was very pleased with the outcome. The price was right!"
"Great work. Was able to get me scheduled within 48hrs of him coming by to inspect the roof. Work was done to our satisfaction. Repair was needed in several places on the roof and as new homeowners we just wanted repair that would be done right without any price gauging. Very reasonable in pricing. Will contact them again when we decide to replace the entire roof."
No, you can’t use your home’s square footage. You have to calculate your roof’s square footage, and then you may have to convert your square footage measurement to correspond with how the roofing material is measured. For instance, some roofing is sold in “squares,” which equals the total square footage of the roof divided by 100. Shingles are sold in bundles that may not correspond to the number of squares you need. Metal roofing is sold as sheets, so determine the amount of square feet each panel will cover and then divide the total square footage by the coverage area.
A roof replacement can take anywhere from one to 14 days. For most homes, a full replacement that includes tearing off old materials takes about one to two days, though the average project can last up to 12 days. The exact timeline depends on several factors, including the roof's size and complexity, the type of roofing material, the crew size, and weather conditions. Certain materials take longer to install; for example, metal roofs can take seven to 14 days because the material is more difficult to work with than asphalt shingles, wood, or tile. A re-roofing project, where new shingles are installed over old ones, can take half the time or less. It's also important to factor in the time needed to obtain necessary permits. A professional roofing contractor will typically complete the job faster than a DIY approach.
While you technically can add a roof over shakes or shingles, it’s not a good idea. Roofing over existing roofing creates a moisture barrier underneath the new roof and since the trapped material is wood, you can expect a moisture problem. While you could get away with installing a new roof over asphalt or steel, wooden roofs should be removed, new underlayment installed, and the new roof installed over that. Also, the extra weight would add strain to your roof structure.
You shouldn’t put a new roof underlayment over an old one for a few reasons. Old felt must be removed in order to assess the condition of your roof decking, such as rotting wood or other structural issues. Also, if your roofer doesn't install a fresh layer of felt as is required by shingle manufacturers, your warranty may be voided. Finally, old underlayment removal is often included in the cost of roof repair or replacement, so there's no real benefit to leaving it on before installing a new layer.
The lifespan of an impact-resistant roof averages 30 to 50 years, depending on the quality of the shingles and the amount of wear and tear it endures. Some high-quality shingles may last even longer. For comparison, a standard asphalt roof lasts about 20 years, so choosing an impact-resistant option can increase your roof's lifespan by 50% or more, particularly in regions prone to extreme weather.
The Partlow, VA homeowners’ guide to roofing services
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