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The Hat on Your Home

Clay tile roof on kansas city home The roof on your home protects your house much as a hat protects your head from the elements.  It keeps the rain and snow out and the heat in.  It deflects the sun in the summertime.

Proper care and maintenance of your roof will help extend its' life.  Have your roof checked by a professional roofer every year.  Check your roof after major storms that beat the roof with hail or high winds.

Loose shingles or tiles need to be replaced so that water cannot come in. 

Asphalt shingles that are curling or worn indicate that the roof is reaching the end of its' life.

Proper ventilation is important for all roofs. Don't cover the turbines or vents.  Ask your home inspector to show you how your home breathes and what you should do to care for your roof.

Hos long a roof will last depends on the type of material used and how it is installed.  Higher quality materials last longer.  Skilled roofers are worth the higher price when you consider what the roof is protecting.  Saving $2,000 to protect your $200,000 investment does not make sense if the roof leaks, does it? 

Here's a table that shows you average life spans of the most common roofing materials:

life expectancy of a roof

If you, or someone you know, is planning on buying a home in Kansas City MO or KS, call Maria Morton for assistance in finding and purchasing.  If you need a roofer or home inspector, Maria will be happy to provide you with names of roofers in Kansas City who do quality work for a fair price.

Maria Morton with Prudential Kansas City Realty 435 Nichols Rd 3rd Floor Kansas City MO 64112

816.560.3758 Mobile     816.410.5499 Office     816.410.6302 Fax

ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative)           SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist)

 

 

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Comments (2)

Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Hi Maria, I did a lot of research before I put up my new roof....I was amazed at the different options they had and got the best roof I possibly could by a highly rated company.

Mar 06, 2010 11:26 AM
Dale Baker
Baker Energy Audits and Commercial Properties Inspections - Claremont, NH
New Hampshire Relocation Real Estate Information

Howdy and evenen to ya Maria

The roof of the home sure is mighty important, and your very right about folks should keep a watchful eye on their roof after a major storm. And not to let price be the main facter when it comes time to have a new roof put on. Very fine post and tips for Home Buyers and Home Owners.

Baker Home Energy Audit and Commercial Properties Inspections

Mar 07, 2010 09:29 AM