When To Repair, Patch, Or Replace Your Roof

2 years ago

Roof maintenance is one of the most important things you can do for your home. But we know that it can be hard to keep up on regular maintenance, and sometimes you might lose track of what’s going on with your roof. One thing you should always be on the lookout for is signs of damage to your roof. Damage could signal a larger problem with your roof and can sometimes even mean that you need to replace it. Keep reading to learn how to know when to repair or replace your roof.

Warning Signs That a Roof Needs Repairs

While there are some obvious signs that your roof is in need of repairs, there are other warning signs that are not as obvious. Here are some of the biggest signs that your roof needs repairs:

Broken Shingles or Tiles
Moisture stains and rot at roof overhangs.
Leaking
Storm Damage
Higher Utility Bills ???
Wet/Stained Ceilings
Damage around chimney, vents, or pipes.

Is it Better to Repair or Replace a Roof?

Although repairing a roof seems cheaper than replacing it in the short run, doing a desperately needed repair can actually be more costly later on. That’s why there are a few things you should consider when deciding between replacing and repairing a roof.

How Old is My Roof?

If your roof is over 20 years old, it might be time for a replacement. While roofs can last longer than that, many start to deteriorate rapidly even with repairs after the 20-year mark. Some tell-tale signs of an aging roof are moisture stains, granule loss on shingles, and deteriorating underlayment under tiles..

How Long do I Want to Live in My House?

If you’re planning to leave your house soon, you may or may not want to replace your roof. Sometimes, replacing your roof can increase the value of the home right before you sell. Other times, it doesn’t matter as much.

What is My Budget?

At the end of the day, if you can’t afford to completely replace your roof, your only option may be to repair it. The best way to get a proper repair job is a quality referral from someone you trust who can recommend a trusted roofer. Getting many quotes from contractors you do not know is just confusing. Trust and honesty trump cheap work any time.

Can a Roof Be Patched Instead of Replaced?

Every roof will need to be replaced eventually. But sometimes you can get away with a good quality repair. . Repairing your roof is a good solution for minor damages such as small leaks, isolated damage, and one or two broken shingles.

When Should Your Roof Be Replaced?

Sometimes, you have no choice but to replace your roof. And you’ll never know whether you need to replace it just by looking. However, one almost definite sign that your roof needs to be replaced is age. If your roof is 20 – 30 years old, replacement better be on your radar, and sooner rather than later.

Get the Truth About Your Roof

Roofstar Arizona is a team of roof repair and replacement contractors in Mesa, Arizona. We have years of experience assisting clients with their roofs and will never sell you something that you don’t need. Give us a call at (480) 426-1915 today to get a free roofing estimate where one of our team members will tell you the truth about your roof.

From start until finish, Roofstar Arizona was the perfect choice for our house. We were given a very clear and thorough quote for the work our 30+ year old roof needed; we could’ve choose to ‘band-aid’ key areas and spend less, or we could spend the money and fix it right. We had saved and knew we’d have to spend a good amount of money for the work, but Roofstar was professional enough to offer choices. We had a slight miscommunication with regard to instruction with the on-site supervisor, and though we were able to easily clear things up, Roofstars’ owner Jeff drove himself to our home just to make sure our minds were at ease. Excellent touch. The workers were courteous and very thorough with the work. They stuck to the time needed to complete (we had good weather), and our home has a new roof, ready for the next 30 years. It looks great, and we have the confidence knowing the job was done right. Great work, guys. Highly recommend this company.

….03/2020–an update–we’ve had a few rainy days since the roof work–and everything is in fantastic order. These guys did a great job for us, and I know they will for you, too.

Dan Y.

This is the second time I’ve used Roofstar for roof repairs. Jeff and Roofstar has been honest and fair with their prices compared to other companies however the big difference to me was with the customer service. Jeff Knudson, the owner, came out to our house personally to explain to me what the problem and the options were. Not everything was “urgent” or “required” to be repaired; some items were necessary and some were “nice to have” in order to prevent future repairs. I appreciated the honesty and the option to select the level of repairs that I needed and fit into my budget. Outside of some delays early on during the quote process, the work was completed timely and per the quote provided, no hidden fees or changes to the original quote. I am very happy with the work performed by Roofstar and will recommend Roofstar to any friends and neighbors requiring roof work.

Brian

Gilbert, AZ

After a monsoon storm ripped off half our asphalt shingles, I got several quotes from Valley roof companies. Roofstar impressed me with their quote, attention to detail, and quality photos showing the job as a whole. I went ahead used Roofstar, who replaced the entire roof while I was out of town and did a great job picking up the trash, sealing the A/C unit, and affixing new drip edges. I had a small issue with the new trim not matching the old color and the owner, Jeff, was kind enough to come back out and paint the trim himself. Would I recommend Roofstar to friends and family? SURE! They stand behind their work.

Chad H.

I just wanted to personally thank both you (Jeff) and Mike for your help on this house. I appreciate that you took the time to schedule the repairs, confirm, and that your workers showed up on time and did a fantastic job! My husband is a general contractor, so we really appreciate it when a company stands by their word and delivers a great product. We will be adding you to our Recommended Vendor List and will put the word out there as much as we can for referrals! Thanks again for your help!

Kristie W.

Mesa, AZ

Work was completed. Crew (Geral Gordon and crew) was very professional, worked seamlessly and left the place in perfect condition.

Tony

Gilbert, AZ

Our experience with Roofstar was very professional from the moment someone came out for the quote. They were the only company to get on our roof when they were initially quoting us. We really appreciated how thorough and professional they were. The crew working on our roof was very timely, clean and efficient. The quality of the roof exceeded our expectations. We could not feel happier about how it turned out! We will always refer Roofstar Arizona to friends and family! Our neighbor is actually going to get theirs done now because they saw the quality we received!

Andrea B.

Jeff found problems we knew were wrong with our roof that other Roofers who inspected & gave proposals missed. He was very straight forward, honest & always making sure our questions were answered. He & his crew showed us materials being used & explained everything! He got on the roof during the work to make sure things were going right. His crew are outstanding, respectful, honest and very clean. Couldn’t be more satisfied!! He came highly recommended & we can see why! Thank you Jeff, Juan and Crew for all your hard work. They care & take pride in their work & customers!

Ron & MJ P.

Mesa, AZ

Roofstar provides great customer service. I was able to text the office manager and our job supervisor when I had questions and their response indicated concern and a desire to be helpful. The work was done in a timely manner and is high quality. I would definitely recommend to others.

Eva D.

Roofstar provided professional inspection and detail quotes on the repairs needed to be done for our properties. We collected a few quotes from different roofing companies for comparison. Roofstar repair cost was very competitive and reasonable. We ultimately chose to go with Roofstar because we felt confident that they would take care of the problems. They came back to correct the minor issue that we had and finished the job to our satisfaction without further questions. We would highly recommend Roofstar to our families and friends.

Andrea S.

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