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7 Roofing Myths Debunked

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Your roof is a very important part of your home, and therefore, it's important that you understand how it works. Just like with any other subject, there are a lot of myths floating around about roofs. Today, your Lake of the Ozarks roofing company addresses several of these common roofing myths. Myth #1 - You Don't Have to Remove Your Old Roof When Replacing It.  One of the most common roofing myths out there is that you can just place your new shingles right on top of the old ones. While it seems like an easier and less expensive solution, it'll end up costing you more in the long run. By not removing the old shingles, you could be just covering up problem areas that need to be addressed. There could be damage to more than just the old shingles. Myth #2 - Metal Roofing is Noisy.  Many people believe that metal roofing is extremely noisy when precipitation hits it. This is actually not true. In fact, metal roofing is actually much quieter when compared to other