A roofer says my whole roof needs replacing. How do I know?
Ask for photos of the problems on each slope and an explanation of why a repair won't hold. It's reasonable to get a second roofer's opinion before a big decision.
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Answered by RingaRoofer · Hiring a roofer and the job
Ask for photos of the problems on each slope and an explanation of why a repair won't hold. It's reasonable to get a second roofer's opinion before a big decision.
What to know
- Photos of every slope, not just one area.
- Age of the roof and how widespread the wear is.
- A second opinion on any big job.
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