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Roofing Guides for Homeowners
No scare tactics and no sales script. These are the answers we give Chatham County homeowners at the kitchen table, written down.
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Three questions come up on nearly every inspection in Chatham County: whether an aging roof needs repair or replacement, what to do in the first 48 hours after a storm so the insurance claim holds up, and what a roof warranty actually covers once you read past the word lifetime. Each guide answers one of them with the numbers we use ourselves, the steps in the order that matters, and the sources behind the claims, so you can check our work.
Repair or Replace? The Honest Math on an Aging Roof
Under 15 years old with localized damage? Repair it. Over 18 or leaking everywhere? Replace. The full rule of thumb, with real cost ranges.
Read the guide GUIDEStorm Damage Checklist: The First 48 Hours After the Storm
The first 48 hours decide how your insurance claim goes. What to check, what to photograph, and who pays what on an approved claim.
Read the guide GUIDERoof Warranties Explained: Lifetime, System Plus, Silver Pledge
Lifetime limited, workmanship, System Plus, Silver Pledge: what each tier actually covers, and why your contractor choice decides which you can get.
Read the guideLooking for quick answers instead? The homepage FAQ covers cost, timing, financing, permits, and more. Need a roofer today rather than a guide? Book a roof repair inspection or read about paying for a roof over 12 to 120 months.