Suwanee Roofing Contractor for Roofs and Gutters Done as One Job

Usually the roofer. An inspection tells you whether there is storm damage worth claiming and roughly how much, before anything goes on your claims record. If the damage is real, you then call your insurer with photos and measurements ready.

Sometimes building codes allow one overlay, but we rarely recommend it. Laying over hides soft decking, adds weight, can shorten the new shingles' life and may conflict with manufacturer installation rules. A full tear-off costs more in labor and disposal, and it is the only way to see and fix what is underneath.

Because heat and moisture trapped in the attic cook shingles from below and can rot the decking. Balanced intake at the eaves and exhaust at the ridge keep the attic closer to outside temperature. Shingle manufacturers also write ventilation requirements into their installation instructions, so getting it right protects the investment.

With RCV coverage, the first payment usually arrives reduced by an age-based amount the insurer withholds. Once the work is complete and documented, usually with a final invoice and photos, that held-back amount can be released. Your policy and adjuster set the exact steps.

We replace it, because new shingles cannot be nailed securely to soft wood. The price per sheet is written into your quote before work starts, and we photograph every damaged area. You see the count and the math, so the final bill holds no surprises.

It depends on the roof's size in squares, the pitch, the number of layers to remove, the product you pick, the count of rotten sheets and extras such as valleys and vent openings. That is why we quote line by line instead of giving a single number over the phone.

One to two working days covers most homes. Very large or steep roofs, extra layers and heavy decking replacement add time. If gutters are part of the job, they usually go up right after the roof, often the same week.

Every slope checked for damaged, worn or lifted shingles. Flashing, pipe boots, vents and the ridge examined. Gutters looked at for granules and sagging. The attic checked for stains, damp insulation and airflow. Each finding photographed and counted for your summary.

Look for dark, round spots where granules were knocked off, shingles that feel soft or bruised when pressed, and cracks in the mat. Dents on gutters, vents and downspouts are good clues to hail size. From the ground it is hard to judge, so getting eyes on the shingles up close settles it.