White Bear Lake, Minneapolis Roofing and Storm Damage Repair

My roofing and siding are 25 years old. Do we need to replace them on our house?

When looking at roof materials, slate, copper and clay/concrete roofs all have a 50-year life expectancy while asphalt shingle roofs have a 20-year expectancy. Fiber cement shingles should last approximately 25 years while wood shakes should be good for around 30 years.

Ultimately, the life of a roof depends on local weather conditions, proper building and design, material quality and the maintenance of the roofing material.

Proper ventilation is key to the longevity. A professional roofer will be sure to remove all layers of shingle, check for damage, repair any structural damage, install new flashing and ice and water shield at the gutter edges and on the valleys. Don't skimp on this part. It insures the longevity of your investment.

Outside siding and trim materials typically last a lifetime. Brick, engineered wood, both natural and manufactured stone and fiber cement will last as long as the house. All of those materials listed above can be applied to you home if you want to retrofit them over wood siding.

Exterior wood/vinyl shutters are expected to last 20 years, depending on the weather. Gutters made of copper can last 50 years. Aluminum gutters will last up to 20 years.

Copper downspouts last 100 years or more while aluminum downspouts will last up to 30 years. Color choices for all products are amazing, but be sure to see large samples to be sure you like the color combination.

When in doubt, look at houses in your neighborhood to see what they're using as materials and what you like.

We offer a full line of roofing and siding products that can meet you needs and we can install them for you. Call us today and lets talk about what you want!

If you are looking for a new roof, storm damage repair or replacement windows in White Bear Lake, Minneapolis, please call us today at 763-439-4300 or 507-469-3513 or complete our online request form.