Have Rooﬁng Questions?

Find the Answers in our Roofing FAQ

Replacing a roof isn’t always as exciting as a kitchen remodel or bathroom renovation, but it’s typically a big investment or as some would consider, expense. Having to replace your roof typically happens only once, maybe twice, in a lifetime, so many homeowners aren’t familiar with the process, the latest rooﬁng shingles or even how to choose a roofer. We encourage homeowners to ask these important rooﬁng questions!

Below are the rooﬁng questions we are asked most often or sometimes referred to as roofing FAQ.

How do I know if I need a new roof?

Older rooﬁng shingles typically have a 15 to 30 year lifespan depending on the shingles‘ quality, the location and free cover or your home.

The Certainteed shingles we use today have “lifetime warranties, the shingles used decades ago didn’t. We tell our customers that 12 years is a safe bet and to start looking for these warning signs :

Curling shingles
Loss of the asphalt granulation
Evidence or leaking on your ceilings
Cracked or discolored interior drywall
Decaying shingles
Missing shingles
Cracking
Wind damage
Broken or damaged shingles
Rusted or missing flashing

Am I looking at roof repair or complete roof replacement?

This will depend on whether the rooﬁng shingles have been compromised or are still in good condition. Good rooﬁng shingles can be repaired if the damage has not affected their integrity. It your roof shingles are old and decaying, it’s a better idea to replace the entire roof or it’s just a matter of time before it gets worst.

How much will a new roof cost me?

Several factors go into determining the cost or your new roof. They are the quality and professionalism of your rooﬁng contractor, the brand, type and grade or rooﬁng shingle you select, the size or your roof and the shape and slope or your roofline.

Don’t choose a rooﬁng contractor on cost alone. Price is a key factor, but not the only factor you should consider. Quality rooﬁng material and contractor craftsmanship have a huge value. Trust us, we’ve seen plenty of horror stories. Hiring the cheapest rooﬁng contractor could cost more in the long run when you consider the cost to repair sub-par rooﬁng and the damage it causes.

Get a rooﬁng estimate from BP Builders rooﬁng company. Estimates are convenient, fair, and have no obligation.

What's the best shingle for me and my budget?

This is a rooﬁng question where look and ﬁnances are key factors. Having been a rooﬁng contractor for many years, we can recommend without hesitation Certainteed Shingles. For most homes in Connecticut and Rhode Island, these rooﬁng shingles deliver the best value for the money and the curb appeal.

Do my gutters and downspouts need to be replaced at the same time?

If your gutters and downspouts are in good shape, our rooﬁng contractors will work around them. To avoid damaging them, we don’t remove and reinstall them once your roof is complete. If your gutters are in relatively in good shape, but need minor repair, we are also a seamless gutter company and can provide this service as well. BP Builders Rooﬁng company is a full-service rooﬁng contractor.

How long will it take a rooﬁng contractor to install my new roof?

There are circumstances that affect all rooﬁng projects, like weather, how much debris need to be removed, and more. However typically, our contractors are completely ﬁnished with your new roof, from removing the old roof to clean up in three or four days.

Is there anything I need to do to before the roofers arrive?

You could consider being out of the house during the day or going on vacation. There’s no way around the noise that will be occurring. But wedo all we can to minimize the hassle and inconvenience during the rooﬁng process.

If your garage doesn’t have a ceiling, our roofers will place tarps down to keep debris from falling into your garage. After the solid decking is installed, we’ll remove the tarps and use a blower to clean out the dust.

Park your cars in the street. The roof removal trucks need to back up to the house. You’ll save your tires from nails and your car from
dust and falling debris. Many contractors tell you to remove pictures from walls, chandeliers from the ceiling, odds and ends from the shelves, etc.

I you have a paver or some other form of decorative driveway, we will cover it with plywood to protect the surface from debris.

If you have a swimming pool, close the pool cover it you don’t have a cover, we’ll tarp that too!