You simply can't live without your roof, so you must maintain it. Roofing repairs are part of the norm and at some point, you may have to replace your roof. The time to call a reroofing company can depend on many factors, such as those listed below.

1. Poor Installation

Previous roofing installation conducted by a poorly trained professional may leave you with the need for excessive repairs or earlier replacement than normal. That's why you must check the certification and references for any roofer you hire. Always hire someone with valid experience with roofing and a good reputation. They should also know the safety procedures required of your local region and state.

2. Lack of Maintenance

Any roofing professional would suggest a roof inspection at least once a year. Some also recommend having it inspected after a major storm. If you've avoided having regular roof inspections, there may be lingering problems festering into bigger ones. For example, small cracks in your roof can easily be repaired. Failure to repair a small crack can later result in a big hole that allows water to seep in and rot the roof and underlying structure.

3. Hail Impacts

It's no secret that your roof has to battle the elements. However, some elements are harder than others on your roofing. Intense hail storms are known for knocking shingles off roofs or damaging them severely. A combination of ongoing hail impacts with a lack of maintenance can beat up your roof to the point where calling a reroofing company is the only option.

4. Age

Do you know how old your roof is? According to Bob Vila, a standard roof can last about 20 years. However, a roof from advanced materials like metal or slate can last 50 to 70 years. Once your roof has reached the end of its life cycle, a replacement may be the only option to maintain your housing or roofing insurance. Plus, once you start dealing with excessive repairs towards the end of the roof life cycle, you're wasting money that could go into a new roof.

According to Webinar Care, anyone needing a roof replacement will continue to have options, since roofer employment is expected to grow by 5% between 2020-2030. For now, if you're dealing with any of the above signs, you want a local company with experience handling these issues. If you want a reroofing company you can trust, call Senger Roofing LLC for a consultation.