Why You Shouldn’t Attempt DIY Roof Repairs
February 8, 2018 | By Mike Gonet | Filed under: Blog
DIY home improvement projects can bring a sense of accomplishment, and they can help you save on the expense of hiring a professional. When it comes to roof replacement, repair and maintenance, however, it’s best to turn to the experts.
Classic Metal Roofs, the area’s premier provider of quality metal roofing services, explains the risks of performing the repairs yourself:
Improper Repairs
As an untrained homeowner, you may intend to fix the damage, but instead create other problems like leaks and mold. Resolving the problems you inadvertently cause means you’ll have to spend more money. On the other hand, hiring professional roofers from the start can help you minimize any potential costs down the line.
Voided Warranties
Roofing manufacturers often provide strict warranty details on your contract. These can include the duration and the terms and conditions that keep your roof’s protection intact. Usually, if someone other than a licensed professional performs any work on your roof, it can void the warranty. Keep your copper, zinc and aluminum metal roof investment secure by trusting Classic Metal Roofs with your repairs.
Safety Risk
Performing your own repairs is not only risky for your roof but for you, as well. Trained roofers are equipped with a safety kit, harness and fall-protection anchorage. Without these, your safety will be at risk. And if you’re thinking, “how hard can it possibly be?” you might realize that the answer is “very” when you have to balance on a pitched and potentially slippery roof carrying heavy tools and materials.
Low Quality Materials
As a trusted roofing company, we have access to high-quality materials and state-of-the-art equipment, allowing us to provide the best repairs on your roof. A DIY project may help you save a little on costs, but by choosing subpar materials, you risk exposing your roofing system to more damage in the long run.
Keep your home’s beauty and protection intact by turning to Classic Metal Roofs for the proper repair services. We can also provide you with metal and PVC roofing for flat and low slope roof replacements.
Interested in working with us on your roofing project? Call us today at (866) 660-6668. We’ll start with a free estimate. We serve all of southern New England from Nashua, NH, to Westchester County, NY.
