The condition of the roof is only half of the repair-or-replace question. The other half is your situation. The same roof can call for a repair for one owner and a replacement for another.
Not sure what shape your roof is in?
Free inspection scheduled within 24 hours. Free, with photos you keep.
You are selling in the next year or two
Buyers' inspectors check the roof closely, and an old roof gives buyers a reason to negotiate. If the roof is near the end of its life, a replacement can make the sale smoother. If it has some years left, fix any active problems and keep the repair records to show buyers.
You are staying for the long haul
If you plan to be in the house 10 years or more, the math favors replacing a roof that is getting old. You will pay for it eventually, and doing it now saves years of repair calls and the risk of water damage. It is also the time to choose impact-resistant shingles and fix attic ventilation.
There was a storm
If hail or wind damaged the roof, a replacement may be covered by insurance, minus your deductible. Repairing storm damage out of pocket before an adjuster sees it can make the claim harder to prove. Get an inspection first.
The roof is fairly new
A roof in its first ten years with a single problem, like a cracked vent boot or a few lifted shingles, is almost always a repair. Check whether the installer's workmanship warranty still covers it.
You are on a tight budget
A targeted repair can buy time. Make sure it fixes the actual cause of the leak, not just the stain. If a full replacement is needed but the budget is not there, financing may help spread the cost.
You are in an HOA
Some HOAs require approval before repairs that change appearance, and matching discontinued shingle colors on a repair can be hard. If a repair would leave a visible patch on a prominent slope, a full slope or full roof replacement may be the only option that passes.
Your insurer is asking about the roof
Some Texas insurers raise premiums on older roofs or require a replacement to renew. A new roof can also qualify for a discount, especially with Class 4 shingles.
Getting a clear answer
We inspect for free, photograph what we find, and tell you whether it is a repair, a replacement or a claim, taking your plans into account. Call (855) 741-ROOF.