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Depending
on
what
corner
of
the
country
you
call
home,
your
roof
protects
you
against
rain,
sleet,
snow,
sun,
the
odd
errant
fly
ball
and
just
about
everything
else.
Yet
one
thing
you
can
be
sure
of
is
that
sooner
or
later,
your
home
will
need
a
new
first
line
of
defense
from
the
weather.
When
your
home
reaches
the
point
of
needing
roof
repair,
take
a
good
look
to
see
if a
simple
patch
job
will
do
or
if
your
home
needs
some
professional
TLC.
If
the
supporting
surface
under
the
shingles
is
in
good
condition,
an
effective
patch
job
can
prolong
the
life
of
the
existing
roof
for
a
few
years.
So
when
in
doubt,
pull
up
the
existing
surface
to
get
a
better
sense
of
what’s
happening
underneath.
However
at
some
point,
your
roof
will
need
to
be
fully
replaced.
Depending
on
where
you
live
and
the
materials
of
the
existing
structure,
your
home
will
require
a
new
roof
every
15-25
years.
Have
a
closer
look
If
heights
aren’t
your
thing,
grab
a
pair
of
binoculars
and
give
your
roof
a
thorough
once-over
from
the
lawn.
Are
there
patches
where
shingles
have
blown
off?
Are
the
edges
starting
to
lift?
Are
there
patches
that
are
clearly
distinguishable
from
the
rest
of
the
shingles?
This
may
indicate
that
the
roof’s
protective
coating
has
begun
to
break
down—a
sign
of
overall
wear
and
that
patching
may
leave
your
home
susceptible
to
leaks,
moisture
build-up
or
other
complications
down
the
road.
If
you’re
okay
with
heights
and
don’t
have
to
climb
several
stories,
grab
a
ladder
and
go
in
for
a
closer
inspection.
Look
for
wear
and
tear
around
junctions
or
chimneys.
Are
there
any
sections
that
are
raised
and
clearly
disjunctive
from
the
existing
shingles?
If
so,
that’s
a
good
hint
that
you
could
have
some
moisture
collecting
underneath
and
that
the
roof
may
require
replacing.
Other
considerations
Before
deciding
whether
to
tackle
the
project
yourself
or
to
farm
out
the
job
to
professionals,
get
a
firm
understanding
of
your
climate.
Houses
in
the
Midwest
will
require
a
much
different
roof
than
those
in
southern
California.
Both
require
their
own
set
of
materials
and
specific
building
code
regulations.
If
you’re
not
sure
about
your
roof’s
current
state
of
repair,
building
inspectors
and
contractors
are
good
places
to
start.
They’ll
give
you
a
sense
of
where
you
stand
with
your
roofing
project.
Considerations
such
as
color
and
style
will
vary
based
in
individual
taste
but
are
important
to
decide
upon
at
the
onset
when
setting
a
budget.
Additionally,
the
estimated
life
span
and
manufacturer
of
the
shingle
and
accompanying
guarantee
are
worthy
considerations
that
can
add
value
to
your
home.
Also,
as
with
all
home
renovations,
get
at
least
three
written
project
estimates
from
different
roofing
companies
to
ensure
you’re
receiving
the
best
possible
price
and
quality
of
service.
If
in
doubt,
ask
a
neighbor
who
recently
completed
a
similar
project.
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