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Debunking Common Myths About Roof Maintenance

November 29, 2023 by TGAR Admin

Roof maintenance is crucial for your home’s longevity and integrity, but several myths can misguide homeowners. Dispelling these misconceptions is essential to ensure proper care for your roof. The Great American Roofing Company lists down a few common roof maintenance myths you should stop believing:

Myth 1: Roofs Last Forever

Many homeowners believe that once they install a new roof, it will last forever with minimal upkeep. This is a dangerous assumption. The fact is that even the best roofs need regular maintenance by a professional roofing company and may need to be replaced after 20 to 30 years, depending on the material used, quality of installation, and exposure to weather conditions.

Myth 2: You Can Inspect and Repair the Roof Yourself

While DIY culture is strong and homeowner engagement is vital, it’s also important to recognize when a professional is needed. Roof inspections and repairs require knowledge, experience, and tools that the average homeowner doesn’t have. DIY efforts can often lead to missed issues or improper repairs, causing more harm than good.

Myth 3: Pressure Washing Is a Good Way to Clean Your Roof

While pressure washing can quickly remove dirt and algae from your roof, it can also cause severe damage to the roofing materials. The high pressure can strip the granules of asphalt shingles and damage the seals. A gentler approach, such as soft washing, is often recommended.

Myth 4: Roof Inspections Are Not Necessary Unless You See Damage

Many think their roof is in perfect condition if there’s no visible damage. Unfortunately, not all roof problems are immediately visible. Regular inspections from reputable residential and commercial roof repair companies can help identify underlying issues such as structural weaknesses, water damage, or mold growth — issues that can become costly if not addressed promptly.

Myth 5: A Leaky Roof Requires a Full Replacement

Not all leaky roofs need a total replacement. Often, leaks can be fixed by replacing affected shingles or sealing small holes. However, if the leak resulted from widespread damage or a very old roof, replacement might be the best, most cost-effective approach.

Let Our Team Keep Your Roof in Peak Condition

Let’s end the myths, understand the importance of proactivity in roof care, and ensure that the silent hero of your home remains in its best condition. The Great American Roofing Company is your trusted partner in Upper Saddle River, NJ, for all your roofing needs. If you need a roof replacement cost estimate or any roofing services, dial (201) 825-2955 today! You can also visit our contact page for a free quote.

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Kathy Farley 2 months ago

Great roofing company to work with. Not only does the roof look great but they were on time day of scheduled roofing, kept me apprised of milestones, very easy to communicate with (from sales through completion) and top notch site cleanup.

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Alice Bausewein 3 months ago

Very professional company. Great work, clean up after the job. Highly recommend for work done at your home.

tamara hammer 4 months ago

Great experience! Highly recommend!

William Daly 4 months ago

Everything went perfectly from speaking with Ryan the salesman who was very professional to Steven and his crew who got the job done in a timely and professional manner also. I would highly recommend great American roofing

Galina 4 months ago

Thank you GARC for an amazing work!
The great company, indeed!
Would recommend to everyone who are planning to replace the roof.

steve Karow 4 months ago

When having to replace the roof on your home it can be a very upsetting process due to the extensive cost involved. We are 100% sure we made the right choice going with GARC.
We had seen at least 3 other roofing companies and only Ryan was interested in going into my attic to see how the structure of the home was and make sure there were no issues from the inside out.
He then explained the issues we were having and what GARC would do to fix these with their new roof system.

When we met with the other roof companies we felt they would replace the roof but were not comfortable with them.

Pricing was definitely and issue and when we weighed all we did not go with the cheapest nor the most expensive. GARC was very competitive and with their warranty we felt that was most important for the future.

Stephen and his crew finished our job in one day when we were told at least 2. They worked from dawn to dusk to get our job done.

A week later and we had 3” of rain fall. The home was perfectly protected and no issues.

GARC is a family run business and not a large conglomerate. They are extremely accommodating and friendly to work with.

I cannot recommend them more if you are looking to replace your roof.

Thom Herron 5 months ago

I highly recommend Great American Roofing for any of your roofing needs. Very professional and clean. The estimate process went very smoothly and Ryan walked me patiently through all the details. Steven was a great on-site Forman, kept the team on track and did an excellent job at completing the job on time and on budget. Thanks GARC! A job well done.

Stephanie Smith 7 months ago

I can’t say enough good things about The Great American Roofing Company. We now have a beautiful new roof, and we couldn’t be happier.
Larry, the owner, Ryan, the operations manager, Andrea, the office manager, and Stephen, the head foreman were all great to work with. They were knowledgeable, professional, honest, friendly, and helpful. No pressure, and no requests or questions were left unanswered. What could have been a painful and stressful experience, turned out to be a smooth and easy process.Their expertise and friendliness added to the overall positive atmosphere. And to top it off, the roof replacement cleanup was perfect. Larry and his team went above and beyond to ensure a seamless and satisfying experience.
So all in all, excellent customer service and quality craftsmanship. We highly recommend GARC to everyone.

Cailyn Lynn 7 months ago

Summary:
Highly recommend, especially for a newer homeowner who is still learning like us. They are a company you can trust to do a great job for a fair price.

Details:
After meeting with 3 other companies in the area, we ultimately chose GARC based on its Master Elite GAF status. We have a friend in commercial roofing who told us how distinguished and important it is. They unquestionably live up to the hype.

Ryan was our salesperson - he came to the house at our convenience. He thoroughly explained the entire process, let us touch the materials and ask questions. We were given a very reasonable quote (based on calculations our friend did for us ahead of time) to replace our home and carport roof with the highest standard shingle as well as replace all of our gutters and downspouts including leaf guards.

Andrea helped schedule us for installation and was understanding and accommodating when we had to reschedule. There was a 2-week lead time. They took care of all the permits for the dumpster, etc. (which the town made very difficult for them - definitely went above and beyond on this front).

Steven was our project manager and he came with a large team at 7am on our scheduled day. They worked hard all day long, finishing the project about 4:30pm just as daylight began fading. They were respectful of our property and landscaping, cleaned up after themselves thoroughly, and were courteous.

Roof looks great and we are very happy.

Debunking Common Myths About Roof Maintenance

Myth 1: Roofs Last Forever

Myth 2: You Can Inspect and Repair the Roof Yourself

Myth 3: Pressure Washing Is a Good Way to Clean Your Roof

Myth 4: Roof Inspections Are Not Necessary Unless You See Damage

Myth 5: A Leaky Roof Requires a Full Replacement

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