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5 Costs Homeowners Face When Neglecting a Roof Replacement

Since having a roof replaced is a significant investment, many homeowners delay the process for as long as possible, without realizing that it may well cost them even more in the long term. Some homeowners opt for the u2018band-aidu2019 approach of having minor repairs carried out, failing to recognize that this typically serves only to mask the problem, not fix it. <br>

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5 Costs Homeowners Face When Neglecting a Roof Replacement

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  1. 5 Costs Homeowners Face When Neglecting a Roof Replacement

  2. Since having a roof replaced is a significant investment, many homeowners delay the process for as long as possible, without realizing that it may well cost them even more in the long term. Some homeowners opt for the ‘band-aid’ approach of having minor repairs carried out, failing to recognize that this typically serves only to mask the problem, not fix it. If you’ve been ‘fixing’ your roof in such a way, here are five of the hidden costs you may be forced to face:

  3. 1. Roof repairs that never end Asphalt shingles crack, curl and break off when they’re nearing the end of their lifespan, and while minor repairs made frequently might work for some homeowners, others will find the cost of that, too much to bear. If your roof has shingles that have seen better days, you could be much better off financially by having the entire roof replaced, and additionally, you wouldn’t have the stress of ongoing and constant repairs, either.

  4. 2. Rotten plywood When your roof begins to leak, any water that has found its way into the home, will remain there until the roof is fixed, and this could cause serious damage not just to your belongings and furniture, but to the very structure of your home, including the many sheets of plywood that form the base of your roof. Since the pandemic, plywood prices have soared, and if your roof does need to be replaced, the more plywood that also needs to be replaced, the costlier the project becomes. So, save yourself some extra money by having your roof replaced at the right time, which is typically, when it first begins to leak.

  5. 3. Attic insulation that needs to be replaced Vital to the ambient temperature of your home, attic insulation enables you to keep your home warm during the winter, and cool during the long, summer months. If your roof has sprung a leak that you’ve failed to have repaired, however, it could cause mold to grow on the insulation, and along with a roof repair, you’ll have to pay out for new attic insulation, too. A timely roof replacement prevents your bill from skyrocketing due to additional costs such as plywood and attic insulation.

  6. 4. Damage to interior walls and ceilings With a roof leak – which is one of the major causes of a roof replacement, by the way – once water has traveled through the plywood and insulation, its next port of call will be your ceiling. You’ll notice bubbles beginning to form in your ceiling, and water stains and moldwill appear soon after across the surface area. Then, it’ll travel down your walls, create streak marks and damaged drywall, and make your home look something of an eyesore. A proactive approach to having your roof replaced, on the other hand, will help to avoid the problems above, and keep your home looking as lovely as the day you moved in.

  7. 5. Issues with light fixtures and electrics Water entering your home by way of a ceiling poses a very real risk to the electrics in your entire home, and when there’s enough water, it can damage light fixtures, electrical outlets or even the wiring that connects them all. As any homeowner knows, having a home rewired isn’t cheap (or convenient), and if you can avoid this by having your roof leaking roof replaced, it makes sense to do so.

  8. To avoid costly problems arising from a leaking roof, it’s always best to have the roof assessed by a roofing expert at the earliest opportunity, and to prevent further expense, stress and damage, a full replacement might be the best option.

  9. RZ Construction Group Inc is a fully inclusive and one of the best general contractors in Queens NY. From initial design to final clean up, our results speak for themselves. We are fully licensed, insured, and bonded to provide both commercial and residential construction services to customers in Astoria and the surrounding area. We also offer roof repair in Astoria NY. Proud to serve New York State for 25 years. No job is too small nor too big. If you are looking for a roofing contractor in Queens NY or want to know more about our wide range of professional but affordable construction and repair services, reach out to us at (718) 938-9887.

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