Residential Roofing Services in Salt Lake City, UT
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The Roof Doctor specializes in residential roofing, no matter what the materials, conditions or dreams of the homeowners.
From shingles to copper and everything in between, knowing you have a quality roof over your head is key to having your own home, sweet home.
Residential Roofing Costs in Utah
Most homeowners know that replacing a roof is one of the most expensive home maintenance costs they may ever face. However, it’s a reality for the vast majority of homeowners at some point. Most roofs have a lifespan of about 20 years, but that’s assuming no major storms and providing regular maintenance and repairs.
The reality? Many homeowners only have a few good years left in their roof.
The cost of a new roof can even surpass the cost of a new car. Don’t worry. The Roof Doctor is here to save the day, dedicated to combining only the best materials with the best installation, all at a cost that works with your budget. Plus, The Roof Doctor works quickly and efficiently.
Whether you need fast repairs after a hail storm or it’s finally time to replace your roof and you want to consider the options, depend on The Roof Doctor to be your ally.
Ensuring Your Comfort and Convenience in Utah
A high-quality roofing system, when installed to exacting professional standards, ensures that you and your family stay warm and dry, season after season and year after year.
The Roof Doctor takes great pride in using state-of-the-art materials and construction methods. Improved product life and insulating capacity mean you will save on energy costs for decades to come.
Our expert engineering, combined with the highest architectural and design standards, mean that your new roofing will perform as well as it looks. We offer products and designs to enhance any architectural style, and no project is too large or too small.
When we’re on the job, you can rest easy knowing that our expert installers will maintain a safe working environment and professional atmosphere.
Keep Your Home Safe From the Weather with Expert Residential Roofing
LEARN MORESigns You Need a New Roof
Although roofs last approximately 20 years, each roof is different. Therefore, you need to watch for signs that the roof on your Salt Lake City area home may need replacing. These include:
- Age — Is your roof more than 20 years old? It’s living on borrowed time. Call our residential roof contractors for an inspection. We’ll see what shape your roof is in and how much time it has left.
- Curled, cracked or missing shingles — Shingles that are old do not protect your roof as well as they used to. Signs of age include shingles that curl, crack and shed granules. Take a pair of binoculars and examine your shingles to see if you notice these signs that you need a new roof.
- Leaks — Leaks are an obvious problem, but you don’t always notice them right away. Go into your attic and check for areas where insulation is wet or black with mold. These are signs of roof leaks and an indication you need professional roofing services.
- Critter damage — Have squirrels or raccoons moved into your attic? You may have had a professional evict them, but they might have already done damage. If it’s just a little, you may get away with roof repairs, but it may be time for a whole new roof.
FAQS
How long does it take to put on a new roof?
The easiest residential roofing replacement jobs take about a day. Many others take two days, but if the weather turns bad in the Salt Lake City area for any length of time, the roof installation job could take a week or more to finish. It’s important that the existing roof be dry so the roofers don’t slip off — rain and snow are dangerous for roofing contractors. If we need to take more than a day to install your roof, we’ll cover it with a tarp to keep it safe and dry.
Why do icicles indicate roof trouble?
Icicles are an indication your roof may have ice dams. Ice dams form when warm air in the attic causes the snow on the roof to become soft and slide down toward the gutters. It then refreezes in the gutters, preventing them from doing their job of carrying water and melting snow away from your home. Thus, the water backs up behind the ice dam and may leak into your home. Even if you see no evidence of leaking, your roof can get mold or mildew damage from the water. The way to prevent ice damming on your roof is to properly insulate your attic so heat does not escape from the living space in your home. If you see icicles hanging from your roof, call us for residential roof repairs.
Is algae on the roof bad?
If you have it removed quickly, algae should not do any damage. Algae tends to grow on roofs that are heavily shaded and remain wet for longer periods of time, promoting rot. If algae has caused your roof to decay, call us for quality roofing services.
What options do I have for residential roofing materials?
While asphalt is the most popular choice for a new roof due to its low cost and durability, at our roofing company we also offer shakes, tile and metal roofing. All these options generally last longer than asphalt, are considered more attractive and come with a slightly higher price tag. These alternatives to asphalt, however, will boost your home value and you will likely be able to recoup a portion of your investment when you sell your home. When you want more choices, work with the new roof installers with a reputation for quality roofing services: The Roof Doctor.