The sound of rain is relaxing, but not when you can hear it dripping through your roof. You may have recently purchased an older home or are thinking about selling up - regardless, if the roof on your home is worn out - installing a brand new roof could be one of the best investments to improve its value and appearance.
You may be wondering if it's worth the trouble and expensive, see below for five compelling ways we believe installing a replacement roof can transform your home.
1. Improved protection
First and foremost, a roof functions as an all-important layer of protection. A protective barrier between you and the weather — snow, sleet, rain or wind; it doesn't matter what comes your way - because when that happens, you want to be safe! And, so will your home!
An older roof may not have proper ventilation for your home, which is a problem because this is how moisture gets out of the house. However, if it does not leave through vents in the attic floor or other parts of your roof that are damaged, you're likely to experience mold growth and rusting from inside as well. Damaged soffits or fascia boards on roofs can lead to rot around those areas too!
What started as a leaky roof is now making you sick? Beyond just the damage these problems do to your home, they also create problems for your health, especially if you are allergic to mold. A new roof offers better protection and ensures that everyone in the family remains healthy and safe from any outside forces.
2. Reduced energy consumption
We all care about saving money on utility bills and a new roof is the key to better insulating your home. Typically, around 25% of the heat produced in your house will be lost through the roof, you can slow this down by having appropriate insulation and a well maintained roof. If you have cracks in your current roof or gaps that are letting out heat, then it might be time for an upgrade.
Your home needs a roof to protect it from the weather and keep you nice and comfy inside. But when your roof leaks, air escapes through those openings like it's going out of style! And that means cold drafts for wintertime (and wasted money on heat). A new roof will give your house what they need while saving energy resources by keeping them in with insulation. You'll stay warm all season long - without breaking the bank or hurting Mother Nature either!
3. Increased property value
Installing a new roof on your home can help you get more money when it comes time to sell. It also draws in buyers who are worried about their old roofs leaking or causing mold growth because they don't want the hassle of replacing them right away.
There are plenty of ways to make your home more marketable and valuable, but topping the list is installing a new roof. According to the RCI, the national average increase in home sale price for homes with replaced roofs was up to 63%, whereas improvements to the loft, kitchen or bathroom registered a return on investment of 50%, 49% and 48% respectively.
4. Securing the sale
A new roof is an effective way to get your house ready for sale because it increases the odds that a potential buyer will be satisfied with their purchase. When home inspections and appraisers spot a worn out, leaky roof on homes in need of repairs, they may not consider them at all or provide less than favorable ratings which can lead to lower prices from buyers who are leery about investing money into renovations.
5. Improved overall appearance
With a new roof, you can update the paint colors for an overall transformation of your home’s exterior. A new roof makes up to 40% of curb appeal and will attract buyers when it is on the market or contribute towards better property values in your neighborhood.
When your neighbors see you put a new roof on, they may decide to replace their own roofs. This will make the whole neighborhood more desirable and improve home values by attracting buyers who are looking for modern homes with updated features.
How to tell if you need a new roof
A new roof can do wonders for the look, feel and value of your home. But how do you know when it's time to contact the experts for an estimate? If you're thinking about transforming your home with a fresh roof installation, start by evaluating whether or not you need a new or repaired roof..
It's only a matter of time before the roof will need to be replaced, for one reasons or another. Depending on the type of roof and the material it's constructed from, if the roof is older than 30 years, it may not be offering the level of protection it used to and is worth having a roof inspection to establish it's condition.
If the age of your roof is unknown, there are a few other telltale ways to see if a replacement roof is worth looking into:
- Multiple missing or damaged tiles
- Repeated requirement for roof repairs
- Porous roof tiles
- Sagging of the roofs timber structure resulting in a saddle-like appearance
- Multiple water leaks into the loft space
If you’re not sure whether your roof needs to be replaced, it is always better to err on the side of caution and have a professional inspect the roof. Our team of professional roofers will carry out a free inspection that can help you make an informed decision about what steps need to be taken next and answer such questions as what a typical replacement roof costs in Dundee.
Contact us today for more information or feel free to give us a call on 01382 671028 . We look forward to hearing from you!