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Some Glaring Roofing Mistakes To Avoid While Installing A New One

Steve Gilford April 5, 2023 3 min read
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Installing a new roof can be expensive, but it becomes necessary sometime down the line. You may be cautious about committing roofing mistakes that you will regret later. Often some roofing mistakes may result in amateur and sloppy workmanship. It may lead to higher costs when you try fixing the issues. Most roofing mistakes are related to water damage. A roof should be strong enough to protect you and your property against harsh weather conditions. Your roof should ensure that you are fine and dry inside the house.

Most roofing mistakes are related to water damage.

Remember that water in your attic, roof, or home may culminate in water damage, mold or mildew, and expensive repairs. According to Forbes, your roof shields you, your belongings, and your home from inclement weather conditions. However, you do not pay enough attention to your roof and often fail to appreciate the great work. Here are some of the roofing mistakes to avoid while replacing your old roof with a new one.

Mistake: Installing a New Roof Over the Existing One

One of the most glaring roofing mistakes is installing a new roof on top of the already-existing roof. Some states have a law that considers overlaying as illegal when done again and again. Overlaying may not be an offense or illegal act in your location, but you may avoid doing it for safety issues. There could be some grave roofing issues or leaks caused by your deck. The only effective method of detecting the underlying issue is by getting rid of the old roof.

 

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It is crucial to inspect what is below the old roof to rectify the issues with your deck. You can get a perfect roof replacement solution only if you eliminate the old roof before installing the new one. Moreover, you may end up further damaging your roof and walls by installing brand-new shingles on top of the already-existing shingles. This extra roofing layer will end up adding more weight or load to the structure. This may cause a lot of stress or undesirable load on the walls. If you are looking for a reliable roofing company in Atlanta GA, choose a trusted and experienced roofing contractor who is well aware of the roofing mistakes and will avoid all of them. When pricing a roofing job, it is important to factor in any additional work that may need to be done to complete the project. The scope of the job should always be taken into account when pricing a roofing job as different materials will have different installation costs.

One of the most glaring roofing mistakes is installing a new roof on top of the already-existing roof. Some states have a law that considers overlaying as illegal when done again and again.

Mistake: Using Poor-Quality & Mismatched Shingles

While purchasing roofing materials and shingles for your home improvement project, it is best to buy top-quality shingles from a reputed supplier. Avoid purchasing cheaper shingles because the quality may be compromised. Do not get swayed by low prices. Moreover, invest in matching shingles for positive outcomes. In this context, it is crucial to know that manufacturers produce shingles in batches, and each batch comes in a unique hue or color. It is best to stick to a single supplier for all your shingles. You can avail same quality stuff in matching colors.

 

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Mismatched shingles will look shoddy and aesthetically unappealing. Cheaper shingles may not be of the best quality. Cheaper shingles may not be sturdy enough to face inclement weather conditions. They may not be long-lasting.

Conclusion

There are several roofing mistakes to avoid. You should avoid reusing the old flashing to prevent water leaks and damage effectively. Moreover, you may get an appropriate roofing permit while installing the new roof.

Steve Gilford

Steve is a home design and renovator from Pennsylvania, who loves finding creative solutions to solve challenging home design problems. Steve went to the University of Pennsylvania with a double major in Architecture and Civil Engineering. After graduating, he worked as an independent contractor doing interior renovations, before starting his own business specializing job site management and project management on larger projects including entire house designs.

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