The Hat on Your 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:
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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