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If you are buying or selling a home be sure to have a roof inspection. When you are buying a home, the home inspector will rarely view the roof from on the roof. They will generally view the roof from the attic and from below and will look at receipts or permits regarding your last  roof inspection or replacement. What you need is a roofing company who specializes in roof inspections to take a look at the roof of your potential new home.

If you are selling your home, and you haven’t had your roof inspected or replaced in a few years, you should certainly do so. If you have roof issues they could hold up your home sale. With the real estate market as competitive as it is you want your house to be set far ahead of the competition. Being able to show prospective buyers that you have recently had your roof inspected, replaces or repaired certainly puts their mind at ease.

For Roof inspections and repairs, contact SB Roofing.

Owners of older homes generally realize the importance of preventative maintenance. This includes routine roof inspections. As the main barriers that keep the elements out of your home, it puts up with rain, wind and attacks from falling tree limbs and other debris.

As a result, roofers say it’s important for homeowners to have their roofs inspected twice a year. While workers are on their ladders or actually walking on the roof, they can look out for possible problems that may be emerging.

Check Over and Under

Homeowners generally call roofers when they discover a leak or when it’s time to replace a 20- or 25-year-old roof.

Besides inspecting the overall health of the shingles, people who own older homes can expect roofers to check

• Flashing areas
• Rafters under the roof (via the attic)
• Gutter systems.

Roof leaks commonly form around flashing areas, such as where the roof meets the chimney, a wall or a vent pipe. Cracks form at those points and water can seep through. Flash repairs usually can be made without replacing the entire roof, but the age of the surrounding shingles plays a factor in that decision.

Older homes with masonry chimneys also can experience leaks when the chimney’s cement cap or crown develops a crack. On a roof inspection, that can be looked at, sealed or replaced.

If an older home has an unfinished attic, workers will have the opportunity to look at the rafters and make sure nothing is split or loose. It’s good if the roofer can get into your attic to inspect.

A roof inspection will tell you whether you need a new roof or not and whether you have existing problems.

Time to Replace? These signs usually mean it’s time to replace the roof:

• Curling or buckling of the shingles
• Shingles’ granular is wearing away
• Green spotting/ moss growth on your roof

If you need your roof inspected, Contact SB Roofing.

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It is spring, time for your bi-annual roof inspection. This is the perfect time of year for a roof inspection. If roof problems are uncovered, you have several months of nice weather in which to get your roof repaired or replaced.
 
Regardless of if you are putting your house on the market or staying in it for the next 20 years, roof inspections are always worth it. Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home keeping the rest of the home secure and protected. Having a roofer check the condition of your roof can help you save time, money and headaches in the future.

Roof inspections are recommended to every two or three years. This will let you know if you have minor problems or leaks that could become major problems in the future. Roof inspections allow you to plan, and budget, for repairs.

Don’t leave  roof problems unnoticed and unattended, contact SB Roofing.

The spring is the perfect time for replacing the roof. If it is time for you to replace the roof on your Virginia home, and you want to increase curb appeal and set your home apart, consider cedar shakes or cedar shingles. Cedar shingles are the perfect way to increase the curb appeal of your home and increase your home's value. Increasing in popularity, the beauty of cedar shingles is unsurpassed by any other roofing material.

Not only a great investment, cedar shakes create a beautiful look to your home and SB Roofing in Virginia Beach can accommodate.  One of nature's best building products, cedar has a rich, textured grain that is just different than asphalt shingles.  

Believe it or not, cedar shingles are low maintenance with a natural ability to resist the elements, resist insects, and other forms of decay. Cedar shake shingles are able to provide a higher insulation value than any other roofing products keeping your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

The right roofing material makes your home look great. With all the types of shingles and roofing materials on the market, consider cedar shake roofing. Contact SB Roofing for more information.

There may be some indications that you have some problems with your roof. Do you need a roof repair or a new roof? Obviously, roof repairs are less expensive.
 
Replacing your roof is more expensive, but depending on your circumstances it is often the better choice. However, sometimes there are long term costs when you opt for one or the other. There are some things you should consider when considering a new roof.

If your roof is fifteen years or older, a new roof is on its way anyway. Don’t want to waste money on repairs, just replace the roof. If severe weather causes the roof damage, the damage is probably extensive. If you opt for roof repairs, they may help for awhile, but do you need a new roof? We can confidently say that if moisture or mold is an issue, a new roof is the best choice.

A new roof is often the best option for serious roofing problems, however, roof repairs are a good option If the damage is limited, or  if you are moving in the next six to twelve months, a new roof is not worth the costs when a repair can keep your home in good shape for the time being.

If you are still not sure whether your roof needs to be replaced or repaired, contact SB Roofing.

Did you know that water damage in your home caused by a neglected roof may not be covered by home owners insurance? If you get water damage as a result of a hole in your roof or skylight because of wind and storm damage, that is a different story. But water damage from a neglected or improperly maintained roof or skylight is not covered.

Regular roof maintenance is the key to a roof that can withstand and repel driving rain and melting snow.  Roof Maintenance involves an inspection of the existing roof to determine if there are any areas of weakness that may compromise the roofing system. Through regularly scheduled annual roof inspections, SB Roofing can assist you in protecting your investment.

If you have not had a roof inspection or had a roof replacement in a long time, now may be the time. Despite the lack of evidence on your ceilings, you could have structural roof issues that are allowing water leaks or seepage. You could have water build up beneath the shingles of your roof that have not yet been detected. A roof inspection is a good idea before the winter weather starts in Virginia Beach.

Early stage detection of roof issues from a roof inspection makes it possible to repair or extend the life of your roof, which is significantly less expensive than roof replacement. Contact SB Roofing to set up your annual inspection.

It is hard to find a roofer and we know it. Unfortunately there are a lot of unsavory roofing contractors out there. That is why at SB Roofing we have a guarantee. We guarantee quality workmanship, affordable roofing solutions, and peace of mind quality. Our goal is to offer you the most economical solution for your roofing needs.

Roof repairs are a major expense, it needs to be done right. SB Roofing specializes in residential roof replacement. We want to provide you with the very best in roofing workmanship for your home. We want to provide for you a high quality roofing solution to homeowners at a reasonable price.
 
You need to find roof shingles with a color and style that is right for your home that will also offer long-term protection. SB Roofing  uses quality products - backed by a full warranty, contact us.