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Roofing FAQ
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 Q:
How can a Minneapolis home
owner recognize when a roof
system has problems?
A: All too often, roof
system problems are
discovered after leaking or
other serious damage occurs.
Periodic (twice-a-year)
inspections often can
uncover cracked, warped or
missing shingles; loose
seams and deteriorated
flashings; excessive surface
granules accumulating in the
gutters or downspouts; and
other visible signs of roof
system problems. Indoors,
look for cracked paint,
discolored plasterboard and
peeling wallpaper as signs
of damaged roof areas.
Q: What are my options if
I decide to reroof?
A: You have two basic
options: You can choose a
complete replacement of the
roof system, involving a
tearoff of your existing
roof system, or re-cover the
existing roof system,
involving only the
installation of a new roof
system. If you've already
had one re-cover installed
on your original roof
system, check with a
professional roofing
contractor. In many
instances, building code
requirements allow no more
than one roof system
re-cover before a complete
replacement is necessary.
Q: My roof leaks. Do I
need to have it replaced
completely?
A: Not necessarily. Leaks
can result from flashings
that have come loose or a
section of the roof system
being damaged. A complete
roof system failure,
however, generally is
irreversible and a result of
improper installation or
choice of materials or the
roof system installation is
inappropriate for the home
or building.
Q: Can I do the work
myself?
A: Most work should not be
done yourself. Professional
Minneapolis roofing
contractors are trained
to safely and efficiently
repair or replace roof
systems. You can damage your
roof system by using
improper roofing techniques
and severely injure yourself
by falling off or through
the roof.
Maintenance performed by
home and building owners
should be confined to
inspecting roof systems
during the fall and spring
to check for cracked or
curling shingles and
cleaning gutters filled with
dead leaves and other
debris. If you must inspect
your roof system yourself,
use a firmly braced or
tied-off ladder equipped
with rubber safety feet.
Wear rubber-soled shoes and
stay on the ladder (and off
the roof system), if
possible.
Q: How long can I expect
my roof system to last?
A: Most new
roof systems are
designed to provide useful
service for about 20 years.
Some roof system types, such
as slate, clay tile and
certain metal (e.g., copper)
systems, can last longer.
Actual roof system life span
is determined by a number of
factors, including local
climatic and environmental
conditions, proper building
and roof system design,
material quality and
suitability, proper
application and adequate
roof maintenance.
Roofing product
manufacturers offer a
variety of warranties on
their products. Take a close
look at those warranties to
see what responsibilities
and financial obligations
manufacturers will assume if
their products fail to reach
their expected lives.
Q: What will a new roof
system cost?
A: The price of a new roof
system varies widely,
depending on such things as
the materials selected,
contractor doing the work,
home or building, location
of the home or building,
local labor rates and time
of year. To get a good idea
of price for your roof
system, get three or four
proposals from reputable
contractors in your area.
Keep in mind that price is
only one factor, and it must
be balanced with the quality
of the materials and
workmanship.
For each roofing material,
there are different grades
and corresponding prices.
There also are a variety of
styles and shapes. You need
to look at the full product
range and make a choice
based on your budget and
needs.
Within the roofing
profession, there are
different levels of
expertise and craftsmanship.
Insist on a contractor who
is committed to quality
work.
Q: How can I determine my
annual roofing cost?
A: When considering your
roofing options, the
following formula may help:
Total Cost (Materials and
Labor) ÷ Life Expectancy of
Roof System (in years) =
Annual Roofing Cost
If you are looking for Minneapolis roofing contractor, please call us today at 763-439-4300 or complete our
online request form.
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