Articles featuring tag: new roof

How Much Value Does a New Roof Add to Your House?

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Thinking about a new roof? While it might not be as popular a project as remodeling interior rooms, a new roof has definite advantages including improved resale value, a nicer and newer appearance, lower utility bills and improved warranties.

However, there are several factors to consider as you ponder a new roofing system over your home. Let’s look at some of the more pressing matters to think about.

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How your roof affects your home’s value

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Roof Replacement Basics: What Homeowners Should Know Before Starting

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The roof on your home is one of the most vital components of the property, as it protects everything underneath it. Unfortunately, roofs don’t last forever, and if it’s time to replace yours, you’ve probably got a number of questions you need answered.

Choosing materials

First and foremost, what material will you use for your new roof? The most popular and cost effective material is asphalt shingles. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. The most popular are three-tab shingles and architectural shingles. Three-tab shingles are the more basic of ...

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