Your roofing system is one of the most important parts of your home. Once you notice any damage to your roof, you need to act quickly by contacting a professional roofing contractor to advise you on the next step. Depending on the issue, they may suggest a reroofing or a roof replacement.
In this article, Royal Roofing Construction explains the difference between reroofing and roof replacement and to help you determine which option best fits your situation.
What Is the Difference Between Reroofing and Roof Replacement?
The reroofing process involves installing a new roof over your existing roof, such as adding a new layer of shingles. This means your roofing contractor won’t have to tear off your old roof. This solution can work if your roof has no underlying problems. Not only is it an affordable option, but it also requires less work on your home.
On the other hand, your contractor will completely tear off your old roof to install a new one during a roof replacement. Roofers have to tear everything off, including the deck of the roof. This process requires more time and labor as your contractor will have to start from scratch, from putting felt paper to installing shingles.
When Is Roof Replacement Better Than Reroofing?
In some cases, your contractor would advise you that reroofing is not a good solution to fix your roofing damage. In this case, you may need a roof replacement instead. One of the most common reasons is if you don’t have asphalt shingles. Reroofing is only possible if you have asphalt shingles because you can only put shingles over shingles. Mixing materials or installing a new layer over slate or wood tiles is not recommended.
In addition, if you have already reroofed before, your contractor will tell you that another layer is not an option. This is because installing another layer on top of two layers of shingles can compromise the structural integrity of your home. Your roof can get too heavy, which can lead to more serious damage.
Most importantly, if there is extensive and visible damage on your roof, a simple reroofing may not be enough to resolve the issue. For this reason, it’s best to have your roof completely replaced instead of adding another layer to cover it.
If you have more inquiries regarding your roof, get in touch with Royal Roofing Construction. We offer quality services, from commercial to residential roofing. Call us today at (714) 680-0015 or fill out our contact form to set an appointment. We proudly serve homeowners in Santa Ana, California (CA).
