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Are you thinking about getting a new roof? Well then, here is a short guide that should help you get started knowing everything that you need to know about going through this process.
Building Regulations
Perhaps the first thing that you should consider before planning and building your new roof is the local building code, since it will tell you what kind of construction needs to be done so that you won't run into any legal roadblocks during and after installation. This may seem a bit tedious, but it's better than wasting time with a new roof that will have to be redone because you didn't take the time to make sure you were doing things according to the book.
Shingles
When getting a new roof, you should think about the kind of shingles you want to have. Each type of shingle has its own qualities, and you should consider each one. The asphalt shingle is perhaps the most common type, and they should last for 20 or 25 years, although their lifespan could be as short as 15 years. A more durable but costlier type of shingle is the slate type. These can last for up to half a century, but are less common due to their higher cost. Other types of shingles that you may want to consider for your new roof include ceramic shingles and brick shingles.
Green Alternatives
If you're into the whole green movement, then there are eco-friendly alternatives to the more common type of roofing. You'll just have to take some time to read up on them and go the extra mile to make sure that your new roof leaves a very light environmental footprint.
Bargains?
You may find yourself in a home center store, pondering whether or not to avail of a bargain basement "special" skylight. Well, if you're really hard up on cash and need a new roof badly, then you really might not have much of a choice. But, if you've got enough money to overlook these "bargain" shingles for your new roof, then we suggest you do that because you often get what you pay for.
The Installation
Reputable roofers may not want to work with cheap highlights, so if you want to make sure that your installation is done well, you'll have to work with quality materials and get the most reputable roofer you can find. If you have to use "bargain" highlights, then you may have to settle for letting the handyman do the installation, which will definitely turn out cheaper, but the installation will not be as reliable.
Maintenance
Once you've got a new roof, you should take steps to make sure that it stays the way you want it, that is, functional and decent-looking. Keep birds off of it (bird droppings will stain the roof and make it look like a zoo). If you see any small defects, have them repaired right away. And get rid of any overhanging objects (like a large tree branch), which might do some serious harm to your roof.
The word for new roof in Danish is Nyt tag tilbud and if you need one you should click on this link. The website is in Danish but Google Translator can help you with the translation. To see how much your new roof might cost, click here.
