When your roof is old enough to buy a beer, it’s time for a roof replacement. Roofs typically last 20-25 years, and then it’s time to call Culbertson Construction for a roofing quote. When the roof of this Green Bay house was showing its age, the homeowners called Culbertson Construction. Is it Time to Repair or Replace Your Roof? Here’s How to Tell
3 Signs of an Old Roof
1. Outdated 3-tab Asphalt Shingles
This old roof’s 3-tab shingles were outdated, lightweight, and not as durable as modern asphalt shingles. Roofers like Culbertson Construction now install architectural (dimensional) shingles, instead of 3-tab shingles.
2. Brittle & Lifting Shingles
Asphalt shingles often become brittle and inflexible over the years. Plus, they lose their adhesive bonding, causing them to lift and curl. These roofing issues leave the roof vulnerable to wind and water damage.
3. Damaged & Discolored Shingles
Over time, shingles lose their granules, as the top layer of crushed stone and minerals wears off. Granule loss causes the shingles to discolors. Sun exposure and summer heat can dry out asphalt shingles and bleach them to a lighter shade. How Summer Weather Impacts Your Roof
Fixing This Old Roof
Ben Culbertson has been repairing and replacing old roofs since 1992. As a general contractor, he has the license, knowledge and experience to do the job right the first time. Culbertson Construction completed this roof replacement job without a hitch. First, they ripped the roof down to the sheeting. Once they removed the 3-tab shingles, they found tightly spaced sheeting below that was still in good condition. The crew installed shingles right over the existing sheeting.
Honest Roofing, Real Savings
While some contractors say they need to re-sheet the roof of an old house, Culbertson Construction often roofs right over the existing sheeting. The warranties remain effective, and the client saves a lot of money in labor and material costs. Just because the roofing crew is replacing an old roof on an old house doesn’t mean the crew needs to replace the underlayment every time. It depends on the condition of the sheeting. Culbertson Construction never takes advantage of homeowners by selling them products and services they just don’t need.
Contact Ben Culbertson for a Free Consultation
If your roof is 20-25 years old, contact Culbertson Construction, Green Bay, for a complimentary roofing consultation and fair, affordable estimate. We repair and replace old roofs on homes, condos, and town houses in Green Bay, Appleton, the Fox Cities, Door County, and other locations in Northeast Wisconsin. Call Ben Culbertson today.
