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A time comes in every homeowner’s life when the roof of their home needs repairing or replacing. There are some certain signs of replacing and repair which they need to know. As an ideal home owner, they need to carefully inspect their home roof at least 2 times in a year and sometimes more than 2 times if heavy rain or snow fall occurs. Signs You Need to Inspect It can often be confusing for home owners to determine when to replace roofing. Leaks and visible flaws promote many home owners to look for a new roof. There are many who like to change roof to increase the value of the home. But as an ideal home owner, it’s better to compare the aesthetic and functional features of the roof before planning to replace it. Also, you don’t need to forget that roof replacement is a daunting and a heavy investment. According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, the average asphalt shingles is not more than 15 to 20 years. If your roof is nearing the end of the time period, it is likely to consider roof replacement. Other roofing materials like clay tiles, slate or metal can go longer than asphalt. Missing shingles and damaged roof tiles are certain signs of replacement. Look for wet spots or stains on your attic ceiling, which usually indicate a leak and need replacement. A dramatic increase in cooling or heating bills also implies your roof needs replacement. Structural defects like poorly installed flashing, particularly around chimneys can cause interior leaks and require replacement. Fiberglass shingles which are easily damaged require immediate change in a year or two. The Best Roofing for Your Home Tin Roof Tin roofing, galvanized steel – has gained much fame over the past decade as it is quite easy to install. The roof can be installed by homeowners with a little effort. But the amount of time for installation depends on the size of the project and the dedication of the owner. The roof is perfect for heavy snowfall and rain areas as it overlaps create a seal- but not airtight- that will channel the water away so that water doesn’t reach the wood framing. Clay Tile Roof Clay tile roof is the long lasting roofing material. It provides good resistance to fire, strong winds and hail. Also, it is considered environmentally friendly because of heat reflectivity and durability. You can easily see the clay tile finishing in China, Egypt , Rome and Greece ancient heritages. In the sense of architectural appeal and longevity, many homeowners love to install interlocking Roman tiles, S-pan tiles, Italian tiles and straight barrel tiles. Red, brown and orange-red are quite popular but many like to install glazed clay roof tiles available in shades of green, blue, black, yellow and silver. Before selecting roofing, it’s quite essential to know that the contractor you have hired is familiar with clay tile or metal roof installation. Clay tile installation is quite different from other roofing materials.
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