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These first time homeowners in Vestavia Hills, AL were getting ready to close on their new home this summer when their inspector told them they needed a new roof right away. That can feel overwhelming, so our team scheduled a visit for their actual closing day to get on the roof as soon as possible and make sure they truly needed a replacement.
Home inspectors are great, but roofers are the true roofing specialists. We can tell you whether you need a full replacement or if simple repairs will get the job done.
What We Found During the Inspection
In this case, the roof definitely needed to go. It had:
• Severe granule loss
• Buckled and curling shingles
• Soft spots on the decking underneath
• Nearly twenty five years of wear and tear
After walking the homeowners through everything, they decided to move forward with a full roof replacement. We ordered shingles within a few days and had their new roof installed during the same week they moved in.
Choosing the Right Roofing Materials
We talked them through color options and durability, and they decided on thirty year architectural shingles, which are a great long term choice for Alabama weather.
What Our Team Installed
Here is what went into their new roofing system:
• New synthetic underlayment
• New starter strip around the entire perimeter
• Ice and water shield installed in all valleys
• Wall and chimney flashing replaced as needed
• New roof vent for the bathroom exhaust fan
• Rotten decking replaced
• Thirty year architectural shingles installed
• Complete cleanup of old shingles and debris
By the end of the week, they had a safe, durable, and great looking new roof and could finally enjoy their new home with peace of mind!
