1. How much does a roof replacement cost?
There is a lot of factors that go into the cost of a roof replacement. The roof material, size of the roof, the pitch of the roof and geographic location play a huge part in accounting for the cost of a roof replacement. HomeGuide estimates that the cost of an asphalt roof replacement in 2022 is between $400 and $550 nationally. If you are interested in getting a price to replace your roof in the DFW area, please contact us for a free estimate.
2. What is best roofing material?
Similar to figuring the price of a roof replacement, there are several elements that go into deciding what the best roofing material for you and your home is. Budget, geographic location and aesthetic are a few of the components that should be considered. Higher end roofing material such as tile and metal will last longer and have better resale values. However, the price of these materials can be three to five times the amount of an asphalt roofing system. Asphalt roofing systems are the most economical and provide great protection, but, their lifespan is often half the length of a higher end roofing system. RoofingCalc.com gives a great breakdown on what to consider when deciding what roofing material to use on your home. If you are interested in getting pricing for different roof material options, please contact us for a free estimate.
3. Who is the best shingle manufacturer?
There has been huge strides in the last 5-10 years for the roof manufacturing industry. Nowadays, all of the major asphalt shingle manufacturer’s, Atlas, Certainteed, GAF, IKO, Malarkey, Owens Corning, and Tamko offer quality products with similar warranty options. JML Roofing Solutions prefers Malarkey because of the impact ratings they offer starting with their entry level laminate roofing shingle. These impact resistant ratings provide insurance premium discounts along with a greater ability to withstand damage from hail hits. If you are interested in getting a price to replace your roof in the DFW area, please contact us for a free estimate.
4. How long should my roof last?
There has been huge strides in the last 5-10 years for the roof manufacturing industry. Nowadays, all of the major asphalt shingle manufacturer’s, Atlas, Certainteed, GAF, IKO, Malarkey, Owens Corning, and Tamko offer quality products with similar warranty options. Most of these manufacturers offer 40-50 year warranties on the shingle itself. In our experience, roofs only last this long in ideal conditions factoring in only moderate environmental conditions. They do not factor in the normal wear and tear of extreme climate zones or severe storms that can cause wind or hail damage to the roof. It is important that the contractor installs an excellent roof system with adequate roof ventilation to get the most out of your roof system. To find out more on what factors into the lifespan of a roofing system, visit bobvila.com. If you are interested in getting a price to replace your roof in the DFW area, please visit contact us for a free estimate.
5. How should I pick a roofing contractor?
Unfortunately, the roofing industry has developed a bad reputation for itself due to inferior work and/or shady contractors. “Storm chasers” come to town offering quality systems at little or no out of pocket cost to the homeowner. They collect deposits and run off with the customer’s money, never to return again. They install systems that leak and the customer is never able to get ahold of them again. The list goes on and on and the stories never cease to amaze us. Forbes.com provides a lot of good information to consider when a customer is deciding on a roofing contractor. At JML, we think it is important that the contractor is local, can provide references, and has good online reviews whether it be through HomeAdvisor.com, Google Reviews, or another similar service. Ask the contractor to provide pictures of their work, copies of their insurance, any applicable licensing and a quality craftsmanship warranty. If you are interested in getting a price to replace your roof in the DFW area, please contact us for a free estimate.