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6 Reasons to Have Your Roof Inspected

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Your roof is arguably the most important part of your home, as it protects the home and its contents. It is also subject to the most damage and breaks down faster than any other part of your home. From severe weather to fluctuations in temperature, your roof goes through a lot. Keep reading to learn about some of the reasons you need to have your roof inspected by a Lake of the Ozarks roofing professional on a regular basis. 1. To Have Peace of Mind.  Between family life and work, you have enough to worry about. Don't add to that list by neglecting your roof. Weathering from wind, rain, sun, heat, snow, frost, hail, debris and critters can cause all kinds of wear and tear on your roof. Keeping an eye on the condition of your roof through regular roof inspections at the Lake of the Ozarks will save you money and give you peace of mind. 2. To Prevent Expensive Roof Repairs or Replacement.  Without regular inspections, minor wear and tear can evolve into major roofi...

2 Big Misconceptions About Roofing Contractors

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Before you choose a contractor to handle your Lake of the Ozarks roofing needs, it's important you do your research. In today's blog, your Lake of the Ozarks roofing company addresses two of the biggest misconceptions about roofing contractors. This knowledge will help you to make an informed decision and rule out some contractors from the beginning. 1. Choosing the Contractor with the Lowest Price Saves You Money.  When it comes to making purchases, price is always top of mind for people. It's important to realize though, that with a lower price often comes a lower quality. Applying this principle when hiring a roofing contractor is important. Be sure to ask for estimates from multiple contractors. If an estimate comes in lower than the others, you need to ask yourself what's being left out or what shortcuts are being taken to make this quote lower than the others. While the upfront costs may be cheaper to choose contractor A over contractor B, the quality of ...

5 Common Mistakes People Make With Their Roof

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In the age of DIY-ers, everything thinks they can google a few things and get it all accomplished on their own. However, some things are better left to the professionals. In today's blog, your Lake of the Ozarks roofing experts discuss some of the common mistakes people make when it comes to roofing. Mistake #1: Power Washing Your Roof Keeping your roof clean is an important part of roof maintenance. It's important to keep your roof free of debris, algae, moss, etc., as these things can cause damage to your roof. Unfortunately, power washing isn't the best way to accomplish that. Too high of a water pressure can actually cause damage to your roof, forcing water up under the shingles that can then make its way into your home. Mistake #2: Walking on Your Roof  Walking on your roof is an easy way to damage your roof. Lake of the Ozarks roofing professionals know how to properly work on your roof without causing damage, but the average Joe usually does not. Not onl...

Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector About the Roof

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When buying a home, you want to make sure everything is in tip-top shape. You don't want to close on the home only to find out a bunch of costly repairs are in order. When it comes to the roof, you want to make sure it's working properly, doesn't need any repairs and still has some time left in its lifespan. Here's a list of questions that you should ask your home inspector about the roof of the home you're thinking about buying. The Life of the Roof First and foremost, you want to know how old the roof is on the house that you're considering purchasing. How much life is left in the current roofing structure? Is it going to need to be replaced within just a couple years? Does it need replaced now? How soon will it need to be replaced? You'll need to consider this information in your decision to purchase, as it could add a major expense to your home purchase. Concerning Roof Damage  The other big question you want to ask is if there's any roof...