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Re-roofing your home can be a time
consuming task. To help you through your decision, a guide to
the reroofing process appears below.
- Contact a Licensed and Insured Roofing
Contractor
- Choosing a Roofing Contractor is simple when you know where to
look:
- You can ask your neighbors or friends who have reroofed
recently
- You can call Raneri and Long Roofing for a
recommendation or search for a solar installer
- You can visit your local roofing supply distributor for a list of
contractors in your area
- You can consult your architect or general contractor
- You can acquire a list of qualified professionals from the Better
Business Bureau or Chamber of Commerce
- Or, you can check your Google or Yellow Pages
listings.
It is important to choose a contractor that is licensed and insured.
From there, you should get bids from three contractors for your project. Choose a contractor with
whom you feel comfortable, that understands your project and whose bid is clear and
understandable.
Selecting a Roofing Material
Many contractors will provide you bids on several different types of
roofing materials-from asphalt to concrete tile.
When considering a bid, look at the lifecycle cost of the roofing
material-that is the cost per year over the entire lifespan of the roof. Eagle concrete tile is not
only beautiful, it can last a lifetime and is covered by Eagle´s Lifetime Transferable Limited
Product Warranty. Not only does this mean less worry about the possibility of having to reroof
again in a few years, it also means that the annual cost of your concrete tile roof can actually be
less than an asphalt roof.
When considering your roofing material options, look into the
durability, warranty, energy-efficiency and available styles of various materials. Choosing Eagle
for your roof will bring you the following benefits:
- The unmatched durability of Eagle concrete roof tile
- A superior warranty for all of our concrete roof tile
- A roof that,when properly installed, can help to reduce energy
costs
- ENERGY STAR and Cool Roof Rating Council approved Cool Roof Tile
options
- A multitude of styles and colors to beautify your home and
increase its re-sale value
- The peace of mind that Eagle concrete roof tile meets Building
Code requirements and that the company has earned a AAA rating from the Better Business
Bureau
It is best to make your roofing material decision after viewing
samples of your options. Eagle Roofing Products will be more than happy to deliver samples of the
colors and profiles that interest you to your door.Your roofer or local roofing supply distributor
will also have samples on hand. Or you can visit one of Eagle´s Design Centers or Showrooms located
across the country. You can view Eagle concrete tile in person and also see other exterior product
samples such as stucco and cultured stone. All Eagle Design Centers are staffed by professionals
who will help you make an educated decision about your next roof.
Structural Considerations
Some roofing materials weigh more than others. Typically, most
products that weigh more than 6 lbs/square foot require structural investigation to ensure that the
home can support the roof. This investigation can range in cost from $200 - $500. The majority of
homes that undergo structural investigation do not require structural reinforcement. In the cases
where structural reinforcement is required, it may range in cost from $500-$2500. Eagle offers two
profiles of EagleLite tile that are under 6 lbs/square foot. Our EagleLite flat tile and our
Standard Weight tile may require structural investigation.
When you consider the low life-cycle costs, durability and superior
aesthetics of an Eagle concrete tile roof, you´ll realize that the benefits of the roof far
outweigh the structural investigation costs.
It is best to check with your city or municipality to determine if
your home will require structural investigation.
Installation
Eagle Roofing Products offers a variety of accessories used in roof
installations that fit with our tile, but the installation of your roof is the responsibility of
your roofing contractor. It is important to ensure that the attic is properly ventilated and that
the valleys, eaves and roof-to-wall intersections are properly flashed to help prevent water
intrusion.
Asking your roofing contractor to purchase a small quantity of extra
tile to store in your garage is also a good idea. This extra tile can be used for any unexpected
future repair needs like tree falls due to severe storms. Not only will you have the extra tile
on-hand when you need it, but it will be from the same production run and therefore match the color
of your roof.
Regular Maintenance
With basic regular maintenance, an Eagle concrete tile roof can last a
lifetime. Regular maintenance means ensuring that your roof is clear of debris. For your own
safety, you should not walk on your roof. Instead use a professional contractor to do any cleaning
or maintenance.
In some climates, a concrete tile roof may show signs of
efflorescence. Efflorescence results in temporary white-colored patches. It is a chemical reaction
common to all concrete products-from sidewalks to roofs. Efflorescence will go away on its own
after a few cycles of rainfall. You also have the option of having a professional contractor clean
your roof to remove efflorescence.
Choose Eagle
Eagle Roofing Products created its EagleLite line specifically to
provide homeowners and HOA´s with the option of choosing a superior product and a service-oriented
company when you need to reroof. Given the combination of durability, beauty and responsive
customer service, we hope that you feel Eagle is the choice.
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