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In Greater Houston, roof inspections are recommended on a regular basis, and this includes Mission Bend roof inspections. What makes a roof inspection so important? And how often should homeowners schedule one? In this article, our Houston roofers will answer these questions in greater detail.
The Importance of a Mission Bend Roof Inspection
Mission Bend roof inspections by a professional Houston roofing company like Blue Ribbon Roofing are the best possible way to assess the level of damage on your system throughout the year. In a climate such as Houston’s–which experiences winds, rains, and chilly winters–regular roof inspections are a must if you would like to get the most out of your roof. By getting inspections throughout the year, our roofing company (and you) will be well informed on when it might be the right time for Mission Bend roof repairs or a full roof replacement.
How Often Should You Get a Mission Bend Roof Inspection?
Our Houston roofing company recommends that you get a Mission Bend roof inspection twice a year at a minimum. Although you could get a roof inspection at any point in the year, the best time to get on is during the spring and the fall because these are the transitional seasons before harsher weather conditions arrive. In the spring, for example, we have a chance to check on your roof and complete a roof replacement or some minor roof repairs prior to the summer months, which are hotter and bring the risk of hurricane damage. By also getting a Mission Bend roof inspection in the fall, we can assess any hurricane or tropical storm damage that may have occurred and perform the necessary repairs/replacement to safeguard your roof before the winter rolls around.
What We Look For During Houston Roof Inspection
There are numerous signs to look for that indicate roof damage has occurred. Some damages we might discover include (but are not limited to):
- Lifted shingles
- Missing shingles
- Damaged chimney flashing
- Chipped shingles
- Shingles without granules
- Roof leaks
- Roof rot
Entrust Blue Ribbon Roofing When You Want A Top-Quality Roof
As an award-winning roofer in Houston, we know what it takes to keep your roof intact and protective. If you’d like to determine whether your roof system has been damaged, please contact us for a Mission Bend roof inspection. While many companies offer a roof inspection via drone, we believe this can be inadequate. Instead, we physically climb onto your roof and inspect it closely, making sure to document all of the damage present. Once we complete our inspection, we will gladly share our findings with you and make our best recommendations to keep your structure and your loved ones safe.
Spring is near, which means warmer temperatures will grace us once again–a much-needed break from the frequent cold fronts we’ve endured this year. In this article, we will discuss some Kingwood roof repairs that will reinforce your roof, considering it has likely sustained winter damage.
Kingwood Roof Repairs You Should Get After Winter
Houston’s winters bring plenty of cold and wind damage. It’s important to get this damage addressed with Kingwood roof repairs so you can go into the spring with a well-enforced roof you can trust to remain sturdy as we brace for more winds (don’t forget that hurricane season and hail season start in the spring!) In Kingwood, we often recommend the following types of roof repairs:
Kingwood Roof Leak Repair
Rainstorms are common during the winter season. Coupled with wind or critter damage, many homeowners discover a roof leak. It’s imperative that we perform a roof leak repair to prevent spring’s intense precipitation from further damaging your home.
Roof Shingle Repair
In the winter, wind roof damage becomes very common. Wind damage can result in missing or lifted roof shingles, which can let outside air into your home and hike up your energy bills. Not to mention, shingles in poor condition invite severe damage to take place as we enter the rainy spring season.
Chimney Flashing Repair
Chimney flashing can become damaged in the winter as well, resulting in a broken seal that lets precipitation into your home and cause water damage. If your chimney flashing is damaged, it’s best to get it repaired before spring officially arrives.
Spring Also Brings Kingwood Roof Damage, But Roof Repairs By Blue Ribbon Roofing Will Help Keep Your System In Tact
While spring reminds many of flowers, grasses turning green again, and sunnier days, don’t dismiss the season as a damage-free one. In the spring, hail season is at its peak and the climate becomes rainier as hurricane season approaches. Not to mention, gusty winds are especially common in the spring. All of these weather changes can wreak havoc on an already-damaged roof in the Greater Houston area. However, by entrusting our award-winning Houston roofing company with your Kingwood roof repairs, you will enjoy a sturdy roof with renewed protection. If you’d like to check on your roof and reinforce it ahead of the spring, please contact us! We would be happy to assess your roof for damage and perform any necessary roof repairs to keep you safe and comfortable.
In Mission Bend, a re-roof is necessary every 15 years or so (on average). However, age isn’t the only factor to keep in mind when figuring out if you need a Mission Bend roof replacement. In this article, our Houston roofing company will offer some insight into what warrants the need for a new roof.
Signs You Need A Mission Bend Roof Replacement
Missing or Curling Roof Shingles
Roof shingle curling is synonymous with severe wind damage. In Mission Bend, wind is more common during the spring and the fall. However, winter storms bring plenty of wind damage as well–including curling shingles or completely torn-off shingles. Corner shingles are the most prone to lifting from gusty winds, and if this curling isn’t addressed, gusty winds can rip the corner shingles off along with any neighboring roof shingles. Once too many roof shingles are missing and the underlying decking succumbs to weather damage, a Mission Bend roof replacement will become necessary.
Is Your Mission Bend Roofing Starting to Sag?
Roof sagging is caused by roof rot. What’s roof rot? Roof rot occurs when the underlying decking of your roofing sustains water damage that results in the wooden boards rotting and turning to mush, making it unable to hold up your roof shingles. Sagging usually cannot be fixed with roof repairs, so we typically move forward with Mission Bend roof replacement.
Your Roof Is Covered In Greenery
In a climate like Houston’s where water damage meets humidity, it’s not unheard of for roofs to suddenly grow moss and algae. If it’s left uncleaned, this can severely compromise your roof’s structural integrity and invite critters to turn your roof into their new shelter.
Persistent Roof Leaks
It’s no secret that roof leaks are a problem, but the issue with most roof leaks is that they form and go unnoticed for quite a while until the leak has already caused significant damage. If you keep discovering roof leaks, it’s time to seek our Mission Bend roofing company’s expertise in case a roof replacement becomes necessary.
The Best Way To Know If You Need A Mission Bend Roof Replacement Is To Get A Professional Roof Inspection By Blue Ribbon Roofing
While you may spot any or all of these signs of roof damage, the best course of action is to contact us for a roof inspection by our award-winning roofer. This way, we can get a clear idea of what your roof has sustained and the best way to restore its integrity.
Since the beginning of 2022, Kingwood has experienced numerous storms that brought rain, wind damage, hail damage, and even some ice damage. Now, don’t think that Kingwood’s winter weather isn't a cause for worry. In Greater Houston, our roofs are still likely to be damaged by the cold weather. Keep reading to learn how to tell if your home has sustained storm roof damage.
Signs Your Home Has Kingwood Roof Damage
There are multiple signs that indicate your roof has been damaged by past storms. The most common signs our Houston roofing company sees include:
Curled Roof Shingles
Roof shingle curling is synonymous with severe wind damage. Kingwood experiences wind during most of the hurricane season and even during the spring and winter. If wind speeds pick up (they usually do), this can cause already-damaged roof shingles to start lifting–especially if these shingles are on the corners of your roofing. This spells disaster. Why? Well, corner shingles are the most prone to lifting from gusty winds. If they aren’t secured, they’ll soon tear off and drag nearby shingles with them! The last thing you want is to be missing shingles that are supposed to keep your family safe.
Indentations Due to Kingwood Hail Damage
Hail forms when cold upward winds combine with raindrops. As the rain gets stirred in the winds, it grows upon itself into what we know as hailstones. Did you know that it only takes hail the size of a quarter to cause Kingwood roof damage? This is because hailstones fall onto your roof with great force, causing divots and indents on your roofing–even chipping your roof shingle granules. Roof shingle granules are your roof’s outermost layer of protection, so once these are chipped, your roof shingles become more vulnerable and might require Kingwood roof repairs or a Kingwood roof replacement if your roof is exhibiting long-term damage.
Kingwood Roof Leak
A Kingwood roof leak can occur at any time of the year because it often exists in your home for extended periods of time before you finally spot it. This is why a few complete Kingwood roof inspections throughout the year are helpful.
Our Kingwood Roofing Company Can Make You and Your Loved Ones Safe Again
If you spot any of the aforementioned types of damage, please contact us. Alternatively, if you aren’t sure you can see any signs of damage but want to be proactive in preserving your roof, you can also contact us for a roof inspection. Our Houston roofing company–which services roofs in Kingwood, Mission Bend, Cypress, and more–will find storm damage on your roof and perform the appropriate Kingwood roof repairs to reinforce it. If a roof replacement is needed, we can also discuss this option with you.
Payment for roof replacement and roofing repairs can be handled in a number of ways with each option offering pros and cons to the home owner.
Which choice is perfect for you and your home depends on the following factors:
- The amount of funds you have on hand
- The number of hoops you’re willing to jump through to save money
- Your annual income
- Your credit rating (whether you have good credit or bad credit)
- Whether your home has roof damage caused by a major storm
We will discuss all your options in detail below.
Put Your New Roof On A Credit Card
Can I put my roof replacement on a credit card? The brief answer is yes!
Putting your new roof on a credit card can be useful if you have a card with generous rewards and incentives, especially cash-back bonuses. A new credit card offering 0% interest over 12 months, for example, allows you to place the entire project on the card then pay it off throughout the next year.
High interest rates (if you don’t have a “no interest” incentive) are important deterrents to using your credit card for roofing. If you have more loan options available (like a home equity loan), you’ll save extra money over time compared to using a higher interest credit card.
Another disadvantage of using a credit card is the processing fees charged to the roofer when they run your payment. These transaction fees can range from 3% – 5% depending on the card you’re using, which adds up to a significant amount when you’re talking about a $10,000 price tag. For this reason, almost all roofers who accept credit cards will pass these fees on to the buyer if this method is selected. However, using a credit card to finance your roof or other major home improvement project may still be optimal if there are related rewards and/or bonuses to be earned.
Use Cash or Check For A New Roof
Paying all at once with cold hard cash is absolutely the easiest and simplest way to get the job done! Not everyone has the means to pay for a new roof with 100% cash (or check), however. And even if you do have cash on hand to pay for the project in full, doing so may not be your preference.
Why is this method so simple? There’s no complicated paperwork or approval process to bother with, besides the contract with your chosen roofing company. All that’s required is a deposit, then a transfer of the balance due after the roof is installed.
Why do roofers need a deposit? Because deposits make sure that everyone is serious and on the same page about the project. Without a deposit, contractors run a risk of ordering the materials, spending time on planning, then having the homeowner ultimately back out at the last minute. Though this isn’t common, it is a considerable drain of resources for contractors large and small whenever it happens.
New Roof With Government Funded Home Improvement Loan
Want the United States government to pay for your roof? It may seem like a dream scenario, but there’s a possibility you may qualify for the FHA Title I Property Improvement Loan if you own a single-family home.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development offers these loans through pre-selected lenders. In order to qualify, there are a number of conditions you need to meet. The property must be a single-family home that has been occupied for at least 90 days.
As stated by HUD, the loan must also be used to “substantially protect or improve the basic livability or utility of the property” and “be used in conjunction with a 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage.”
There is no prepayment penalty on these loans. For further information, please view this page.
Personal Loan For A Roof
Are personal loans available for roofing, vinyl windows, and other home improvement projects?
Depending on approval factors which differ from lender to lender, you may be able to use a personal loan to fund your roofing project. The most common funding source for a personal loan is a bank or financial institution such as Bank of America, Chase Bank, Wells Fargo, or a local bank in your town.
If you choose this route, you’ll want to explore your options in order to save the most money in the long term. Different creditors will offer varying rates of interest and repayment terms, so it is essential to consider which factors are most important to you before you start looking for a lender. The two major factors when considering a personal loan are loan length and interest rate.
Some loans, for example, will be short term (2-6 years) while others will be long term (15+ years). Interest rates can vary from under 5% to over 20%, depending on your credit score, income, and general creditworthiness set by the lender.
Pay For New Roof With Home Equity Loan
According to the Federal Trade Commission, a home equity loan is a “loan for a fixed amount of money that is secured by your home.” These loans are repaid similar to a mortgage, with fixed payments over a set term – for example, $99/month for 10 years.
Home equity loans can be preferable if you have equity built up and if you’re looking for a non-variable and predictable payment schedule. This type of loan is desirable to many homeowners because interest rates tend to be much lower than on personal loans and loans offered through a roofing company. Unfortunately, it can’t be all sunshine and rainbows. There are notable downsides to this method of financing…
The most substantial drawback of a home equity loan is that if you fail to make payments (aka ‘default’ on the loan), the lender can foreclose on your house! This is because the collateral for the loan is your home. As you can imagine, most lenders require great credit scores and continuous income to qualify for a home equity loan. If this sounds like you, then we suggest looking into it.
And if you want to estimate how much funding may be available to you by means of a home equity loan, use this formula to calculate your available equity:
Get the current value of your home
Subtract the amount you still have to pay on your mortgage
Multiply the difference by .85
You can only borrow 85% of your available home equity by law, so if the current value of your home is $400,000 and you owe $350,000, then the outstanding amount is $50,000. Now multiply that $50,000 by .85 (to get 85%), and your available home equity is $42,500.
As you can see, the amount of funds that may be available to you through a home equity loan could be substantial. So, if you think this is a viable option, reach out to your bank or chosen lender to check current interest rates and availability.
Insurance Coverage For New Roof
One of the trickiest and most difficult means for paying for a new roof is by means of an insurance claim.
If the source of the roof damage is obvious, then it may be a bit easier (for example, if a tree falls through your roof). In this case, we recommend you do whatever possible to ensure your insurance company pays for the repair or replacement. But in less apparent circumstances, getting help from your homeowner’s insurance company can be especially challenging.
Insurance payouts for roofs that have gotten progressively worse over time can become non-viable because most homeowner insurance policies don’t cover normal “wear and tear” on any part of your home’s exterior. In these cases, insurance companies (such as Geico, Allstate, or MetLife) will usually cite the roof’s age or lack of maintenance when they deny your claim.
If you think you may be eligible for insurance to cover your roofing project, then we recommend reaching out to your insurance agent directly to talk about a potential claim. Just remember that if the exact case is not obvious, you will likely be denied.
Ask For Roof Company Financing
If you don’t have cash on hand to pay for the roof in full or any home equity available to spend on replacing your roof, then you could opt for a contractor who offers financing themselves.
Since most homeowners don’t like to pay cash for huge home improvement projects, some established roofing companies can help by offering financing directly through them or through a third-party financing vendor. Compared to home equity and personal loans, this process can be much simpler and more straightforward because most of the steps are done in-house.
Another benefit most residents don’t think about is that if a roofing company can assist you with financing, then they are much more reputable than a company who does not have access to these resources. It means that they are in good standing with their own lenders and you can place greater trust in them to do an excellent job replacing your roof!
If you’d like to finance your roof through Blue Ribbon Roofing, please reach out to us directly and we’ll be glad to help you get started on a preliminary financing application.
How Should I Pay for My New Roof?
The decision is ultimately up to you…
If you have enough cash in your bank account to adequately pay for the project in full, we suggest cash. It’ll be the simplest way, and when it’s done, it’s done.
If you have enough home equity and can secure a home equity loan from a trusted lender, then this is one of the most cost-effective options, as long as you’re okay with using your house as collateral.
If neither of the above work for you, then think about financing directly with the roofing company you choose.
Whatever you decide, know that Blue Ribbon Roofing is here to assist you. We have years of experience helping homeowners who have chosen the various methods of payment discussed above and would love the opportunity to earn your business as well. To get started on a no-obligation roofing estimate, reach out to us today!
