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Shingle rooftops can often be repaired or restored for less than the cost of a total replacement. It depends mainly on your roof’s age and overall condition.
Answer the questions below to get a better idea of which option may be best for you, then plan your next steps.
Note: This tool provides general guidance and is not intended to replace a professional inspection. Contact a roofing professional in your area for a thorough assessment of your needs and a quote for the work required.
Depending on what your roof needs, here’s what you’ll need to do:
Contact a local roofing professional in your area and book an inspection of your roof. Don’t be afraid to get a second opinion from a different contractor if the first one you call is unwilling to recommend repairs.
Learn More: The Cost of Repairing Your Roof
Reach out to a Roof Maxx dealer near you and schedule an appointment. Your dealer will visit your home to assess the condition of your roof and confirm whether it is a good candidate for our restoration process.
If your roof needs a complete replacement, you’ll want to source several quotes from different contractors in your area and plan the necessary work well in advance.
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The best candidates for restoration are asphalt or composite shingle roofs that are aging but still structurally intact (typically between 10 and 20 years old). If your shingles are curling, losing granules, or drying out but haven’t reached widespread failure, restoration may be a more cost-effective option than replacement. A Roof Maxx dealer can inspect your roof in person to make a definitive assessment before recommending treatment.
Roof restoration is intended to restore the flexibility and durability of shingles that are aging but otherwise structurally sound. For this reason, effective restoration treatments like Roof Maxx use a two-part process that involves a tune-up for minor roofing damage before the restoration product is applied. Your dealer will find and fix lightly damaged shingles, nail pops, and other small issues before spraying your shingles with the Roof Maxx product. This ensures that there are no underlying problems that could undercut the ability of your newly restored roof to protect your home properly.
Roof age is one of the most important factors in determining your options, but it’s hard to determine if you bought a previously-owned home. A few ways to find out: check your home inspection report, look at past permit records with your local building department, or ask a roofing professional to estimate age based on the shingles’ condition. In the meantime, visible signs like granule loss, brittleness, and curling edges can serve as helpful proxies.
Not necessarily. Moss and algae are common in humid or shaded climates and don’t automatically indicate structural damage. However, they shouldn’t be ignored — moss in particular can retain moisture and accelerate shingle deterioration over time. In many cases, growth can be treated and cleaned before restoration is applied. Your roofing professional can assess whether the underlying shingles are still sound. Learn more about removing moss, mold, and algae from your roof.
