When the time comes for a roof replacement, you don't want to put off the task. In areas like Michigan, where winters reach below freezing temperatures and summers peak around 80 degrees, you need a roof you can rely on all year round.
Since gutters play an important role in our roofing systems, many customers have asked Kearns Brothers, should I get new gutters during my roof replacement? As an experienced exterior remodeling company offering thorough roofing services and professional gutter installations, we tell our customers to consider the following if they're wondering about getting their gutters done at the same as a new roof.
When Combining Roof and Gutter Repairs is a Smart Call
If your home has recently experienced some storm damage, it can be wise to combine roof and gutter repairs, depending on what your initial inspection finds. Hailstorms and high winds can wreak havoc on roofs and gutters alike, and it isn't uncommon to find damage to your home's exterior as a result. A professional roofer will look for things like:
- Missing Shingles
- Damaged Shingles
- Loose Flashing
- Dents in Gutters
- Punctured Gutters
Another occasion it's wise to simultaneously enlist professional roof and gutter services is if your gutters aren't far off from needing a replacement, anyway. If you're in the market for a roof replacement but your gutters still have a few years left on them, combining these services could save you money down the road. Many exterior remodelers will bundle these two services, making it cheaper to get new gutters along with a roof replacement than hiring the two separately.
Kearns Brothers can easily add our gutter services onto a new roof installation, and can offer expert advice on the current condition of your gutters.
When It Is Unnecessary to Combine Gutter and Roof Repair Services
If your gutters have seen better days but your roof is still functioning at its highest level, don't put off a gutter replacement until your roof is ready, too. Because gutters allow for proper water drainage, you don't want to risk structural damage from trying to get by with poorly-performing gutters.
The same goes for the opposite situation. If your home needs a complete roof replacement but you got new gutters a couple years back, skip the additional service and just go with a new roof for the time being.
Ask Your Exterior Remodeler for Advice
Ultimately, it's always wise to ask your contractor for their professional insight on the condition of your roof and gutters, and whether your home could benefit from an upgrade in both categories.
The installers at Kearns Brothers are knowledgable and well-versed on both roof and gutter repair, and can inspect both systems for our customers. There are many aspects to evaluate that an untrained eye may not catch, so it's always recommended to get an expert opinion on the overall condition of your roofing and gutter systems.
Get in touch with Kearns Brothers today for a free estimate on combining roof and gutter repairs, and hear more about both of these services and what they entail.
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