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As roofs perform their function quietly and with no moving parts to replace, most people don’t worry about the status of their home’s roof until it is too late. Even the best roof doesn’t last forever, though, and the consequences of neglecting a roof that needs replacing can be dir
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Those planning to purchase a pre-owned home will usually make inquiries about the status of the roof. A home with a roof that needs replacing will have significantly less appeal to potential homebuyers than a home with a freshly replaced roof. The value a freshly replaced or re-shingled roof can add to a home can often be greater than the cost of the roof replacement.
For homeowners replacing or installing a roof, the most popular choice is still the tried and true asphalt shingles. The typical asphalt shingle is made from organic felt covered with crushed stone in a variety of colors. The asphalt provides the sticky matrix that affixes the stone to the shingle, and it also adds resistance to water and decay.
Installing or replacing asphalt shingles on an average-sized roof is a job best left to a professional roofing company, although the average homeowner can easily replace the odd damaged shingle or two themselves. A freshly shingled roof should last between 20 and 40 years, depending on the manufacturer and model of the shingles.
