When your existing roof is failing and it’s time for a new one, the ideal solution is to pay for it with money you’ve put away into savings for just such an occasion. But not everyone has the luxury of several thousand dollars sitting in the bank in case of emergencies. If you can’t pay for your new roof with money you already have, you’ll have to pay with borrowed money in some form. Here’s what you need to know about your options.
Home improvement loan
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Looking to hire a roofing company for some roof repair or a roof replacement? You’ll no-doubt have dozens of options and that’s without counting amateur roofers who advertise in online and newspaper classified ads. You probably even have a few friends of friends who have dabbled in roofing work as well. With so many options, how do you narrow it down to just one? If you need to hire a Spokane roofing company, start by eliminating all that don’t meet the following five criteria:
They have a loc...
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The roof on your home is so much more than the shingles or tiles that form the visible part. A good roofing system requires a solidly built roof deck that can bear the weight of the roofing material and doesn’t sag in any places. It needs an underlayer to act as a last line of defense when driving rain or tiny gaps in the roof allow water in. It needs flashing to channel water away from roof’s most vulnerable areas and towards the rain gutter system which must be well-maintained in order to get...
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Last week an Alabama roofing company, as well as several copycats, made headlines when they offered a free AR-15 rifle to anyone who hired them to install a new roof. Inspired by this trend of unusual freebies, a Colorado roofing company is getting in on the fun by offering $500 worth of marijuana to customers who get a new roof. Since Colorado is one of eight states that has legalized marijuana, this offer is completely legal, albeit, a bit controversial.
Since Washington happens to be anothe...
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An Alabama roofing company recently stirred up controversy when they aired a… er… patriotic commercial featuring stars, stripes, fireworks, and guns. What do guns have to do with roofing? Nothing really but that didn’t stop the company from offering a free AR-15 rifle for every customer who has a new roof installed. The move sparked controversy with 2nd amendment supporters praising the move and gun control advocates condemning it. It turns out, in this case, a little controversy is a good thin...
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The cost for a new roof can vary drastically based on a number of different factors. A simple, three-tab asphalt shingle roof on a relatively small home might cost a few thousand dollars. A top-of-the-line slate roof on a larger home can cost tens of thousands. If you’re wondering what you’ll end up paying for a new roof, consider the following factors
Roofing materials
Not surprisingly, which material you go with is one of the biggest factors that determine price. Asphalt shingles are the m...
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A roof leak is a homeowner’s worst nightmare and if one goes undiscovered too long, it can quickly rack up thousands in repair costs. Since it’s to your advantage to catch a roof leak as early as possible, here are a few warning signs to watch for.
Moss on the roof
Moss is a good indicator for a roof leak because moss acts like a sponge and the sections of roof where moss is present are constantly exposed to water and that will eventually lead to a roof leak. Even if you don’t have a leak yet...
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Our previous article looked at three factors homeowners need to consider when selecting a roofing material. Here are four more.
Appearance
Different roofing materials will create different looks. Clay tile roofs, for instance are usually seen paired with Spanish or Italian architecture and may not look appropriate for a Ranch-styled home. Standing seam metal roofing tends to look more commercial though there are other metal roofing products that more closely resemble natural materials like w...
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