When does a roof replacement make more financial sense than roof repairs? There are no hard and fast rules about roof repairs and replacements—everything is decided on a case-by-case basis. Before recommending a roof replacement, your roofers will take into account certain factors. 

These are: 

• The age of your roof – If your roof is more than 20 years old, your roofer will probably recommend replacing it. The older your roof gets, the more leak-prone it becomes. While repairs might not seem much individually, repair costs can quickly add up. That’s why, in the long run, it’s more cost-effective to replace an aging roof. 
• Local climate – Keep in mind that the local climate—and how suited your roof’s material is to it—can affect your roof’s lifespan. No matter how durable a roof is, it won’t last long if it isn’t suited to your area’s climate. 
• Frequency of maintenance – Routine maintenance is a must if you want to keep your roof in good condition. As a general rule, your roof should be inspected at least twice every year, ideally in spring and fall. Through routine inspections, roofers can fix minor roofing issues before they affect your entire roof or the other parts of your home. 

Warning Signs of a Failing Roof

Without routine maintenance, minor roofing issues might turn into bigger roofing issues that repairs won’t be able to fix. In cases like these, your roofer will most likely recommend replacing your roof.

What are the signs you need a residential roofing replacement? 

• Increasingly frequent repairs – As mentioned earlier, your roof becomes more prone to leaks as it ages. 
• Granules in your gutters – The granules embedded in asphalt shingles protect them from ultraviolet rays. It’s normal for asphalt shingles to lose granules over the course of their lifespan. But if granule loss becomes so severe that bald patches start to appear or granules begin accumulating in your gutters, your home will need a new roof. 

Royal Roofing Construction, a company with over 30 years of experience, offers professional roofing services as well as premium gutters. To get a free estimate, call us at (714) 680-0015 or leave us a message here. We serve homeowners in Santa Ana as well as the surrounding CA communities.