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Every roof repair project should begin with a thorough inspection of your roof and documentation of weather damage. A professional evaluation, along with photographic evidence and reporting, will be vital for receiving a full and fair claim payment from your insurer. The extent of repairs can vary widely from just the replacement of a handful of shingles, fixing flashing or patching leaks to partial home roof replacement. The roof repair process typically starts with an inspection to assess the extent of the damage. Billy Harris Roofing ensures that each step is carried out with precision and care.

No, you don’t have to be at home. Many people go to work or run errands to avoid the noise of the process. In other cases, homeowners may want to take their pets or children to another location, as the noise of roof replacement can be anxiety-inducing for your smaller family members. However, having someone home to answer questions or communicate with roofers if the need arises isn’t always a bad idea.  

This is highly dependent on the quality of your current roof and the roofing materials you plan to have installed. Replacing a low-quality or leaking and drafty roof with a new roof, even with only moderate-quality shingles, can have a modest impact on utility bills. Certain roofing materials, like standing seam metal, can have a profound impact on your home’s insulation value due to its reflective properties. If energy efficiency is important to you, be sure to ask your roofer about material choices during your free roof replacement consultation.

During a roof inspection, whether it’s a normal roof inspection or an emergency roof inspection, your roofer should go up on your roof and inspect it for damage and wear, checking the flashing and inspecting the overall material quality. They may circle shingle bruises or damage from hail and take photos for help filing claims. You should expect thoroughness and significant documentation from your roofer’s inspection. 

Although no amount of maintenance can protect your roof from tornadoes or hail, regularly scheduled maintenance can protect your roof from some types of wear and tear. Certain roof issues, like leaks and missing shingles, can worsen over time if they’re not properly addressed and patched. Fixing minor damage before it requires a large and expensive roof repair or roof replacement job is typically preferable.