Answer: Repair or replace your roof; what should you choose? Well, as you can imagine, it depends. Many things come into play when getting a roof repair or replacement.

For asphalt shingles, the typical roof lifespan in New England is about 20 years. Some signs of an old roof that needs to be looked at include shingles curling, shingles missing, roof sagging, bits of shingle in your yard, ventilation issues, brown spots on your ceiling, and granules in your gutter.

We understand having options that match your budget is important. Our main goal is to educate you on the status of your roof and options so you can make the right decision for yourself and your family. Everyone has a different budget for a roof repair or replacement. A whole roof replacement costs more than a repair in the short term, but in the long run, a replacement could actually save you money. Costs of material and labor are constantly increasing, so you’ll never find a better price than today for your long-term investment. In addition, if you wait until you see a leak or other issue, there is a very good chance that the issue has been going on for longer and could be doing much more damage. Finances can be a stressful subject, so Conde Roofing has made sure that financing options are available to our customers.

Though we highly suggest a professional inspection of your roof to determine what course you should take, here are some things you can look out for as a homeowner:

Repairs lean more towards the “this spot needs fixing” spectrum. If your roof looks relatively okay, but one spot is looking rough, you might be able to get away with a repair. Typical small-scale issues include tree or storm damage to a single small area, moss/lichen heavy in one spot, a leak in the bathroom or around a pipe, nails popping or lifting of a single shingle, etc.

Replacement is an eventual necessity, so here are some things to look out for: significant damage in several areas, moss/lichen covering more than 40% of your roof, multiple brown spots appearing on your ceiling, shingles have broken off completely, etc.

We at Conde Roofing can assist you in your roofing needs, including home insurance claims, and when it comes to honesty: “You Can Count On Conde."