Roof replacement is one of the most expensive home projects you can do. It is also a project that can lead to even more costly expenses if done incorrectly. As the owner of a Mesa roofing company, I have seen many homeowners waste money because they or the contractor they hired made mistakes or cut corners during the job. Roof replacement, when done correctly, can add significant value to your home. It can also decrease your home’s value if done incorrectly. Here are the biggest mistakes Arizona homeowners make when replacing their roofs.
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DIY roof replacement
I understand the appeal of wanting to replace a roof yourself. Materials are already expensive, and hiring a pro means you have to pay for labor as well. Someone who is good with their hands may think that cutting out the labor cost of roofing and replacing the roof yourself is the more economical option. I am here to tell you it is not. Roof replacement is a professional job, and it’s essential to hire a skilled roofing contractor to do it. The potential cost of screwing up or injuring yourself is too high to risk a DIY roof replacement…