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Unless you are a properly trained roofing professional, most roofing tasks shouldn’t be performed yourself. Additionally keep in mind that a lot of manufacturers of products used in the repair of the roof won’t warranty those items unless a licensed roofing contractor carries out the work. The other thing to bear in mind is that working on a roof can be very risky, so is it really worth risking your health for you to save money?

It would be really good if we could give you a straight forward answer to this question! However there really is no one answer fits all for every question like that. There are several unique products readily available and each one has its own merits and disadvantages. To know which is the right roof for you, you really should have a professional come and take a look at your roof and they can make suggestions according to what they find, the type of roof you have, the environment you live in and, of course, your budget.

It really depends on the type of roof and what evaluations are mandated. Also, remember that we will be working outdoors in the elements, so if the weather isn’t good and we just can’t work on certain days then this will add more time to the task. A small home might take about a week or so, whereas more substantial industrial jobs can be anything from several weeks to a few months. Just ensure that your roofing company keeps you updated and you should be fine.

Considering that your roof is always exposed to the outside elements, it means your roof is will diminish gradually. The pace at which it degrades will depend upon a number of variables. These include; the quality of the initial materials that were used and the workmanship, the level of abuse it has to take from the weather, how well the roof is taken care of and the type of roof. Most roofing professionals will estimate around 20 years for a well-built and well-kept roof, but that can never be promised as a result of the above variables. Our advice is to always keep your roof well maintained and get regular inspections to make sure it lasts as long as possible.

You should not ever pressure wash your roof, as you run the risk of taking off any protective minerals that have been included to offer protection from the elements. Also, you should stay away from chlorine-based bleach cleaning products as they can also decrease the lifespan of your roof. When you talk to your roof cleaning expert, tell them to use an EPA-approved algaecide/fungicide to clean your roof. That will get rid of the aesthetically displeasing algae and discoloration without damaging the tile or shingles.