Most industries have trade secrets that they don’t want everyone to know about. When it comes to the roofing industry, that secret is that as many as 50 to 80% of all roof replacements are unnecessary. That means that many homeowners are spending money replacing roofs that are still viable. What that also means is that landfills across the US are needlessly being filled up. Before you opt to have a roof replacement versus a roof tune-up, these are things you need to know.
Inspections Are a Must
Spring and summer months can do a number on any roof. This is our heavy storm season, we definitely had our fair share of high winds. Even the newest roof can sustain damage from flying debris and excessive weather conditions. Assuming that your roof is just fine can be a costly mistake. It shouldn’t be a secret that every homeowner can benefit from a roofing inspection regularly.
Roof Washing Can Extend the Life of Your Roof in Austin, Texas
Most homeowners in Austin know that pressure washing a roof is not recommended or safe for your roof. But, many do not understand how regular soft washing can help to extend the life of your roof. Soft washing is a method that uses gentle water combined with solvents that help to remove build-up like algae and mold from your roof’s surface. If you don’t remove them, there is a good chance that the build-up will ultimately result in roof damage. Roof washing restores your roof’s natural appearance and beauty, so it is a win-win and a maintenance must.
Your Gutters are Important
If someone told you that clean gutters were important for your roof’s lifespan, would you believe it? Gutters exist to move water around your roof and then guide it away from your home’s foundation. If water is left to pool, it can lead to structural damage and foundation cracks. The other reason to regularly clean your gutters is to extend the lifespan of your roof. If you allow dirt and debris to sit in your gutters, eventually they might cause wood rot and damage to your roof, fascia board, and soffit. That just leads to extra repairs that you will have to make down the road. Not to mention, you’ll be spending even more money!
Fixing Small Problems Now Saves Money in the Future
This one should be common sense, but when dealing with roofs, people tend to think, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”. A regular inspection is not the only way to extend the life of your roofing. The next critical way is by having someone fix small problems before they become expensive. While you are having your Austin roof inspected, it makes sense to have a professional roofing company fix things like pop-up nails, wood rot, and issues with your chimney flashing. Prevention is always better and less expensive than fixing something after the fact.
Our Patent Pending Proprietary Renueitâ„¢ Microcraze VR Technology
For a roof that appears to be nearing the end of its lifecycle, replacement is not always the answer. If your roof meets our criteria, using our Patent Pending Proprietary Renueitâ„¢ Microcraze VR Technology can help extend the life of your roof by an additional ten years. Imagine what you can do in those ten years when you only spend a fraction of the cost to restore your roof to a new condition. The fact that we offer an alternative to a roof replacement is a secret that many roof replacement companies would rather you not know.
All industries have their secrets. When it comes to the roofing industry, many manufacturers would rather you not know that most roofs don’t have to be replaced. Contact us at Roof Savers Austin to get started by making your appointment today!
