Tips on Preparing Your Roof Replacement Budget

For many homeowners, preparing the budget is one of the most difficult parts of planning a roof replacement project. Difficult, yes, but not impossible. WABO Roofing shares some tips on how to properly budget your roof replacement project.

Make Your Plans Early

It may sound ridiculous, but there are certain benefits to planning your roof replacement early. It gives you time to research your roofing options and the costs associated with it. You can even use the time to inquire about financing options. While replacement costs differ per roof, knowing the ballpark figure helps manage your expectations.

Explore Roofing Materials, Styles and Colors

Your choice of roofing materials, styles and colors can affect the final cost of your roofing project. Exploring these options and weighing their pros and cons will give you a clearer view of what fits your budget, letting you maximize the roofing options for the features that you really need. For example, if your home happens to be in the path of extreme winds, you may need to focus on roofing systems rated for Category 3 or 4 winds, such as the GAF Lifetime Roofing System or CertainTeed® Integrity Roof System®. While the upfront cost may be higher than a typical roofing system, roof repair and maintenance won’t be as costly.

Make Room for Contingencies

Hidden structural problems often don’t get found until the old roof is removed. Perhaps, there’s moisture damage between the underlayment and decking material, or there were fundamental installation mistakes committed by the previous roofer. Whatever the case may be, these hidden problems would not have been accounted for during the initial roof inspection, so repair costs will be added on top of the quoted price. A contingency budget of up to 20% is usually enough to cover such repairs and should be factored in during budget planning.

WABO Roofing is the roofer that you can trust for all your remodeling needs. We also offer financing options that will fit your roof replacement project. Give us a call at (832) 304-2800, or fill out our contact form. We serve homeowners in Cypress and Houston, TX.

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