Make sure your roof is in good shape

Giving your roof a good looking-over

Before winter begins in earnest, you should check your roof for signs of damage. Don’t climb on the roof itself — that’s dangerous, and some roofing materials, such as slate, can be damaged by walking on them. Instead, put a ladder against the house, climb up it and look at your roof from there. Do this in enough places that you can see your whole roof.

Check the outside of the roof for signs of sagging, and make sure there are no drifts of leaves plugging the roof valleys. Look at the shingles to make sure they aren’t cracked, warped or knocked out of place. Look over the metal flashing, and check the rain gutters for clogs, leaks or shingle granules. If there’s just a small leak in the seam of the gutter, fix it with a caulking gun.

Then go inside and check the attic. Look at the framing of the roof from below. If it’s raining, check for leaks and moisture.

The best residential roofing company in Charlotte and Concord, NC

Advanced Roofing and Exteriors, a family-owned company, is the top residential roofing company in Charlotte and Concord, NC. They have won the Angie’s List Super Service Award more than once. They are also also a member of the Home Builders Association of Charlotte, an Owens Corning preferred contractor and a certified installer for Certainteed, GAF, Owens Corning and Tamko roofing products. Whether you need a new roof or need to repair an old one, call today for a free estimate.

Finding a roofer you’ll want to work with again

Finding the perfect roofer

When it comes to roof repair, as they used to say on Car Talk, the stingy person ends up spending the most. If you’re a Concord, NC homeowner and you want to save money on roof repair, the simplest way to do that is to choose a roofer who will do the work right the first time so you won’t need it done twice. And if you’re a contractor looking for a roofer to farm out work to, your reputation as well as your money is at stake.

Ask the people in the community if they know of any roofers they’d recommend. Check the BBB rating, insurance and licenses of roofers. See how long they’ve been in business — if it’s one year, it shows this is at least an honest company. If they’ve been around ten years, they’re a roofer you’ll be glad to do business with. Get bids from six or seven roofers — if in doubt, pick a bid in the middle. If you’re a homeowner, get a warranty on the roof.

The best Charlotte and Concord, NC roofer

Advanced Roofing and Exteriors, a family-owned company, is the best residential roofer in Charlotte and Concord, NC. They’ve won the Angie’s List Super Service Award twice. They can deal with all aspects of residential roofing, and will plan their work schedule to suit your needs and provide all the roofing materials themselves. If you’re a homeowner or contractor and you need a roofer, call today for a free estimate.

A roofing company can help when raccoons attack

Furry little bandits

Raccoons are cute and furry when you look at them in your woods, but you don’t want them wintering in your attic. They can enter almost anywhere, but they usually attack by way of the trees, unlike rats and mice which normally come in at ground level. They do the kind of damage that only a roofing company can fix.

Raccoons can climb almost anything. They can’t squeeze through tight spaces, but are good at finding open vents and patched-over spots where two parts of the roof join. If they can’t find anything else, they’ve been known to tear aside shingles to make a hole. They’re nocturnal, and love to crash around in the attic while you sleep. Worse, not even they are clever enough to learn how to use the toilet. Watch out for them early next year, when the females are looking for good places to nest and raise their young.

Charlotte’s best residential roofing contractor

If you have one of these problem, you need experts in animal control, to get these little invaders out of your attic. But you also need a roofing company, to inspect your roof, fix the damage and plug all the holes so they can’t get back in. Advanced Roofing and Exteriors are the best roofing contractor in Charlotte and Concord, NC, having won the Angies List Super Service Award twice. They will plan their work schedule to suit your needs, and provide all the roofing materials themselves. If you need a roofing company, call today for a free estimate.

Sometiems you have to call a roof installer

Repair or replace?

Why would you need a roof in Charlotte replaced rather than repaired? A little damage from weather, such as a few loose shingles, can usually be fixed, but if left unrepaired it can ruin the whole roof and the attic underneath. This can happen with an untenanted property when no one checks the roof for a while.

Or the roof might just be old. Some roofs last a lifetime, but 20 to 25 years is the most you can expect from an asphalt shingle roof. Cracked, warped or missing shingles and gritty stuff at the bottom of your roof gutters are all signs a shingle roof is deteriorating. At this point, the roof might be salvageable, but don’t delay. The damage is worse if there’s leakage or moisture in your attic, or if the sun shines through cracks in your roof. And if the shingle lines are sagging, it means the sheathing underneath is starting to rot and you probably need a new roof.

The best roof installers in Charlotte and Concord, NC

Advanced Roofing and Exteriors are the best roof installer in Charlotte and Concord, NC. They have won the Angie’s List Super Service Award twice. This family-owned company is also an Owens Corning preferred contractor and a member of the Home Builders Association of Charlotte. They will plan their schedule to fit your own and provide the materials themselves. If you need a new roof or need to roof repair an old one, call today for a free estimate.

FAQ about shingle repair

Shingle repair Q&A

How long does an asphalt shingle roof last?

It usually lasts for about 20 years. You’re probably going to need shingle repair at least once before you replace it.

What can damage an asphalt shingle roof?

Extreme weather, such as the hurricane that recently gave Charlotte and Concord, NC a near miss, is a major source of damage. Bad storms bring high winds that force open the gaps between shingles and start tearing loose ones free. Clogged gutters can make rainwater pool on the roof.

What else can shingles be made of besides asphalt?

Wood, slate and rubber or synthetics are some of the other options. Some wooden shingles are called “shakes.”

What’s the difference between a shake and a regular wooden shingle?

A shake is a kind of wooden shingle made by splitting the wood instead of sawing it, then finishing it with a knife until it has a smooth surface that water just slides off. It lasts longer than a wooden shingle.

Shingle repair by Charlotte’s best roofing company

If you need someone to repair your shingle roof, Charlotte and Concord, NC’s best roofing company is Advanced Roofing and Exteriors. They have won the Angie’s List Super Service Award twice. This family-owned company is also an Owens Corning preferred contractor and a member of the Home Builders Association of Charlotte. Their experts can repair your roof and tell you how to keep it in repair. They will bring the new shingles and other materials themselves. Call today for a free estimate.

In case of leak, find a good roofing contractor

If your roof leaks in this weather

Charlotte and Concord, NC went through just under three inches of rain, but if your roof leaks, that’s a lot. The Better Business Bureau can provide you with a list of accredited roofing contractors in your area. They recommend you look for a roofing contractor that’s a member of a professional association, and go to friends and family and ask them which roofing contractors they’d recommend.

When you talk to a roofing contractor, ask for references, such as previous customers. Get everything in writing, and read all the fine print. Seek at least three or four bids on a roofing project — more if possible. If one bid is much lower, don’t pick it. Ask about the work, materials, cost and terms of payment. The BBB also recommends you not give your money to a contractor that doesn’t have a license or insurance information, or who turns up at your door and ask to inspect your roof. Don’t do business with anyone who puts pressure on you, demands all or most of the payment up front or says anything you know to be false.

Charlotte’s best roofing contractor

Advanced Roofing and Exteriors are the best roofing contractor in Charlotte and Concord, NC. They have been in business for over twenty years and have won the Angie’s List Super Service Award twice. This family-owned company is also a member of the Home Builders Association of Charlotte and an Owens Corning preferred contractor. They will plan their work schedule to suit your needs, and provide all the roofing materials themselves. Call today for a free estimate.

Metal roofing strong enough for the weather

Metal roofing can stand punishment

Once again, North Carolina finds itself waiting to see what a hurricane will do. With any luck, Matthew will turn west and leave the Charlotte and Concord, NC area unharmed. But all of North Carolina east of the mountains is a little prone to hurricanes. Few types of roofing hold up better than metal. According to the Metal Roofing Association, non-metal roofs last an average of 17 years, but metal roofing can last 40 to 60 years or more with proper maintenance, and a standing seam roof is especially leak-resistant. A metal roof can cut homeowners’ insurance premiums by up to 35 percent in some states.

Get metal roofing from Charlotte’s best contractors

The exact price of the roof depends on the metal and type of roofing. The least expensive metals for roofing are steel and aluminum. Copper is the most durable, but also (along with zinc) the most expensive. Ask your roofing contractor for a price list.

Advanced Roofing and Exteriors are Charlotte’s best roofing contractors, and they offer a 30 to 50 year warranty on their metal roofs. They have won the Angies List Super Service Award twice. This family-owned company is also an Owens Corning preferred contractor and a member of the Home Builders Association of Charlotte. These licensed general contractors will give you a free estimate, plan their timeline for work to suit your schedule and provide the materials themselves. If you are interested in a metalroof for a building in Charlotte or Concord, NC, call today.