12 Things you need to know before you replace or Install a new roof ! Cost estimate

Do i need a new roof?

 Its that time of year again we have one tornado warning and rain storm with high wind and hail and homeowners reluctantly decide that they need a roof. Investing in a new roof is one of  major expenses that a homeowner has to decide to purchase.

Orlando weather  Last week
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Here is a quick checklist that will help with you decision process.
1 Find  a local roofing professional who has local roofing experience and knowledge.
2 Arrange to meet your Orlando Roofing Professional with a view to check and inspect your roof.
3 A Competent Roofing contractor will ask you a number of questions about the History and known details of your roof.
4 A roof inspection should find any potential roof problems and check the expected life of the existing roof.
5 The roofing contractor will check things like the roof flashing, skylights, wear of the roof, roof decking condition etc.
6 Any repairs if any would be noted and photographed and a cost estimate would be provided for the roof repairs.
7 With this information you are now able to make a rational decision on repair versus replacement.
8 Factors to consider are are you selling the house or staying for along period of time
9 Changes to style and color of the roof can make a dramatic difference to a major update or renovation  of the property.
10  Insurance companies are getting strict on the age and condition of all types of roof  and a certification of the roof is often needed.
11 If you come to the decision to replace your roof online reviews , referrals and being comfortable with a Local Orlando roofing contractor are vitally important in choosing a roofer.
12 Once you have all this information you can make a informed decision on Roof replacement.

Help Florida Insurance company canceling because i need a new roof

Roofs and Insurance Florida.
Over the last few years we have been getting increasing calls from frantic homeowners calling because their insurance company is going to cancel or drop them because they have a older roof.

 Insurance companies are in the risk business and on residential homes a old or poorly maintained roof has a high risk of the homeowner making a claim for damage caused by windstorms and other named storms in Florida. If you have a old or badly maintained roof and a tropical type wind driven storm comes through the area substantial damage can occur to the inside contents and structure of your home. Drywall , insulation, paint, furniture carpets are just some of the items that can add up to  a large wind storm insurance claim.

Therefore the insurance companies are taking a lower risk with residential roofs in Florida.

Unless you can prove that the roof has been replaced in the last six or seven years the insurance company will ask for a certified Roofing Contractor inspection to give a opinion on your roof. This comprehensive inspection of the roof will give you a idea of the condition of the roof and any potential problems that might arise or any minor roof repairs that need to be done. About 40 % of the Orlando roofs we inspect dont have anything wrong with the roof and we can certify that the roof is in good condition. Around about another 40 % of the roofs we look at just need some minor repairs that we can usually perform on site to certify that the roof is leak free.

A Experienced knowledgeable local Orlando Roofing contractor is the best course of action to find someone to give you a honest opinion on your roofing needs now or in the future.

Australias bad weather ! Roof insurance claim Florida

Cat 5 storm hit Australia today wonder what roofing is like there ? Florida has misssed major roof storms this year but Insurance rates are still going up

What is the best roofing material to replace a home with? Florida

Mostly depends on budget and type of existing roof . Design of house , neighborhood  in fact the more i think about it the less simple the decision. Choosing a Orlando roofing contractor who will offer unbiased advice will help make a informed decision.