Make an inspection

Always be aware of checking your roof in detail. For example, look for cracked, wavy, or missing shingles. If your roof is made of asphalt, look for areas that do not have a granular covering and check your roof from the inside. Use a flashlight to look for water spots that may indicate a roof leak.

Keep up appearances

I would like you to please consider the style and appearance of your ceilings. The roof is regarded as 40% percent of a home’s visible exterior, so you want it to look good.

Get Contractor Verification

A qualified contractor must have a permanent place of business, a phone number, a tax identification number, and, when necessary, a business license. Also, could you ask for proof of liability insurance before signing a roof remodeling contract? Otherwise, you could be responsible for workplace accident coverage.

See roof options

Contractors with a digital photo of your home can show different renderings of the house with other roofing materials for your roof remodel design.

Get it in writing

Roofing contractors must submit a detailed proposal describing the roof type, material and color, other materials to use, and work scope. Remember to specify if the existing roof will be removed or covered with a layer of new shingles and who will install new flashing and vents. Most importantly, make sure the proposal indicates approximate start and completion times.

Allow adequate ventilation

Attic ventilation ensures that your roof has a long and functional life. While ventilation requirements vary by region, the National Association of Roofing Contractors recommends a minimum of 1 square foot of free ventilation area for every 150 square feet of attic floor.

Appropriate budget

Think of your roof as an annual investment. Ask multiple contractors for quotes, and don’t automatically assume the lowest bid is the best. Although a new roof is the best investment for your home, consider the annual cost of your roof and divide the cost of your new roof in materials and labor by the life expectancy in years of the selected roofing material.