If you plan on selling your home soon, you probably don't want to spend too much time thinking about expensive improvements. After all, why shouldn't you put that money toward your new home instead? Unfortunately, neglecting certain necessary improvements can hurt your home's resale value or make it harder to find a buyer.
Since roofing is one of the most expensive and important aspects of any home, prospective buyers are sure to take a close look at yours.
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If the time has come to replace your home's old shingled roof, you may already be making plans to have the installation done. If one of the issues you have in your home during the summer months is heat coming through the roof and making your air conditioning system work harder, you may want to consider extending these plans to include other options. Below are a couple of available options you should consider adding to your new shingled roof that can help keep your home cooler in the summertime.
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Going through a blizzard can be quite a dramatic experience. It is bound to go more smoothly if your home is set up to withstand this sort of weather. Your roof, especially, should be prepared to resist the high winds and heavy snowfall that come with a blizzard. But how do you equip your roof for these big, snowy storms? Here are a few key tips.
Have any loose shingles replaced in the fall.
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Metal roofing is one of the more storm-resistant materials available, but it's not immune to damage. Learn what sorts of damage to watch for so you can schedule prompt repairs if a problem does occur.
1. Hail Dents
The good news is that most modern metal roofs are resistant to hail damage. Unlike other roofing materials, there should be no concerns about punctures causing leaks. Hail damage on a metal roof tends to be cosmetic.
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If you have a low-slope roof, you might run into a problem typical with flat roofs: pooling water. This is a problem you should address quickly because the water will cause damage to your roof over time, and you'll need to perform much more expensive repairs.
When Pooling Water Becomes a Problem
Low-sloped roofs sometimes have standing water if the weather is especially wet. However, if the water has pooled for several days, you likely have a problem.
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