How much does a new roof cost? This is typically the first question that comes up when a property owner realizes that the existing roof needs to be replaced. Unfortunately, there is no general answer to this as every roofing job is different. Below are several factors that are taken into account when estimating the roof replacement cost.

1. Size of your Roof

The larger your roof is, the more you will pay for a new one. Larger surface areas require more materials and more labour.

2. Valleys and 樂威壯
Peaks

Covering a straight section of roof is relatively simple. Correctly protecting areas where two roof lines meet is more challenging. Valleys require special equipment and additional work, as well corners and peaks. Having areas like this on your roof will affect the cost of the roof replacement.

3. Roof Pitch

Steep roofs are more dangerous to work on and require more safety equipment for the workers. Temporary railings, harnesses and cleats that must be used on steep roofs will all affect the new roof cost.

4. Roof Accessibility

Some houses are easier to get to than others. If the materials can be driven right to your house, the final price will be lower than if the materials have to be hauled any distance.

5. Roofing Material

There are different roofing materials to choose from. Some are more expensive than others. A copper roof looks amazing and is certain to last a long time. Because of this, it is also quite expensive. Architectural shingles will also vary in price, depending on the brand that is chosen. While the desire to save money is understandable, it is important to still choose high quality shingles.

6. Roof Shingles Tear-off

One layer of roof shingles is ideal, having a second layer is tolerable, but going for a third layer is completely unacceptable. Ideally there should only be one layer of shingles on the roof. How many layers are currently on the roof to be removed will affect the final price of your new roof.

7. The Extras

Chimneys and skylights add charm to your roof, but they also increase the price. Working around these items requires additional materials and labor, increasing the overall price of your new roof.

8. Repairs to the Roof System

Neglecting a roof can leave you with substantial damages on the interior of your home, as well as damage to the roof deck. If the existing plywood is rotted, it must be replaced. The cost of plywood and labor for installing a new piece will also increase the overall price.

9. Overhang

Ice protection must be installed on the lower edge of your roof, inside the line of the walls. If you have large overhangs or covered porches, this will increase the amount of ice dam protection that must be used. Your new roof will be stronger and more secure, but the new roof cost will be higher.

When purchasing a new roof, most home owners may simply be thinking of the top layer of roofing material that is visible to the outside. While the color and quality of roof shingles is an important part of the roof purchase, when it comes to quality roof installations, it is also important to consider the entire roof system, which includes the materials underneath the roof shingles, as well as having proper attic ventilation and insulation.

1. Good roof systems require proper attic ventilation and insulation

To ensure you have a long lasting roof, you need to have a properly ventilated and insulated attic. Balanced ventilation means having proper ridge vents on your roof to let warm air out of your attic, as well as installing ventilation underneath soffits to let replacement air enter your attic, resulting in efficient airflow through your roof system. You also want a properly insulated attic to stabilize the temperature of your home.
At the base of your roof structure is the wooden deck, another important component of a good roof system given it forms the foundation of your roof and plays a role in providing proper ventilation for your roof. An inspection must be done to ensure that your existing roof deck is not rotting or damaged. If there are any signs of damage, then a new roof deck, typically made of plywood, must be installed.

2. Ice and water underlayment is a must for the Chicago climate

The roof underlayment is the next layer installed on top of the wooden deck. There are two major types of underlayment that are applied in between the wooden deck and roof shingles: the ice and water shield protection underlayment, which is waterproof and used around the vulnerable sections of the roof deck (around roof edges along gutters, on valleys, underneath flashing, and around chimneys, skylights and vents), and the felt underlayment (also referred as black tar paper) or synthetic underlayment which is water-resistant material that is applied to the remaining areas of the roof. Proper care and attention to detail must be used by the roof contractor when installing the underlayment, and shingle manufacturers have very strict installation guidelines to meet warranty requirements.

3. Choose roof shingles that best meet your style and budget

Finally, at the topmost layer of your roof are the roof shingles. When it comes to asphalt shingles, there are Many Different Choices to choose from to suit the homeowner’s style and budget. In addition to color and architectural styles, homeowners also have the option to choose the lifespan of the shingle and what type of warranty is included. As part of the roof shingle layer are the kitchen and bathroom ventilation that needs to be installed to ensure proper ventilation for a long lasting roof.

4. Choose a system-based roof contractor

At Estate Exteriors, we believe that a good roof is more than a bunch of shingles nailed to the roof deck. We take a system-based approach to providing you a quality and long-威而鋼
lasting roof installation, and we deal with the entire roof system, including attic insulation and ventilation and gutters to ensure your home performs at peak efficiency at all times. We are also dedicated to Providing Quality Craftsmanship to our customers.

If you have any questions about the different layers that make up a good roof system or would like to receive additional information, feel free to contact Estate Exteriors and we’d be happy to talk to you about your roof system and provide a Free No Obligation Roof Replacement Estimate.

Insulation is an essential part of any home, regardless of the climate you live in. Insulation, in combination with proper ventilation, helps to stabilize the temperature inside of your home so that it’s not too hot in the summer and not too cold in the winter.

Because attics are located at the top of the house, they are most exposed to and affected by the constantly changing conditions, especially in a climate like Chicago. And the attic is where the most amount of heat and cold is lost and gained. This is why homeowners should consider their attics as the topmost priority when thinking about insulating their homes.

Save Money on your Energy Bills

When properly installed, attic insulation can significantly lower your energy bills because you cut the cost of heating and cooling your house. A properly insulated attic will also double the lifespan of your air conditioning and heating systems, given that they don’t have to work as hard in keeping a consistent temperature inside your house.

Prevent Mold Formation and Ice Dams

Mold Formation and Ice Damming are due to improper insulation or improper ventilation, or a combination of both. Without proper insulation and ventilation, warm moist air that goes up into the attic gets trapped inside, causing mold growth.
In the winter, ice dams form due to trapped attic heat melting the snow on the roof. When the melting snow refreezes at the gutters, it creates a barrier and subsequent pools of water starts to back up inside the soffit and eventually inside the house.

The key to an energy efficient attic is to have a balanced ventilation and adequate insulation installed. Balanced ventilation means having a proper intake and exhaust ventilation that creates an effective flow of air in your attic, resulting in cooler attics in the summer and warmer and dryer attics in the winter. The intake ventilation comes underneath the soffit, and the vents on your roof are the exhaust ventilation. Add air leak protection to the soffit and roof ventilation and you get a proper roof system.

Insulation is rated in terms of its R-value (the measure of a material’s resistance to heat loss). The higher the R-value, the better its insulating power. One of the highest rated forms of insulation is Blown-In Cellulose Insulation, a product that is blown into a designate犀利士
d space using a blowing machine.