As a homeowner, you can see the following warning signs that tell your roof system has a problem.

• Stains on the Ceiling
• Water ingression in wooden decking
• Leaky roofs
• Granules in your gutter system
• Deck rot
• Moss and algae accumulation on the roof
• An unexpected increase in energy bills

While some signs come as red alerts, some roof problems may go unnoticed for untrained eyes. You may call up McDonough Roofing Pros for a free inspection of your roof to identify the problems.

If you decide to reroof, you have two basic options in your hand:

• Complete Roof replacement: It involves tearing-off of your existing roof system and installing a new roof system of your choice.
• Re-covering the existing roof system: It involves only the installation of a new roof system.  In case your building has one re-cover installed already on your original roof system, check with a professional roofing contractor.  In most of the cases, only one roof system re-cover is required before a complete replacement is necessary.

In cases of small leaks, the roof can be repaired if the professional roofing contractors are involved at the right time. However, in case of multiple leaks or giant leaks, it is advisable to go for roof replacement.

If you are in the dilemma of whether to repair or replace your roof, call up McDonough Roofing Pros for reliable advice on the roofing issue.

You may work it yourself in case of minor leaks. But it may lead to greater problems like rotting of a wooden deck, stains on the ceiling, etc. if not done properly.

It is advisable to seek professional help from expert roofers like McDonough roofing pros for any roofing problem.

Generally, a well-installed roofing system can last for 20- 40 years. But in case of the poorly installed roof or low-quality raw material, the roof starts to wear out after a few years. This is why McDonough Roofing Pros has always emphasized on high-quality raw material and quality workmanship.

You can find a large variety of shingles varying in quality, color, texture, and cost in the market. A high-quality shingle roofing can last for almost 40 years. Therefore, do not compromise on quality.

Owen Corning shingles are well-known for their quality. If you are worried about budget, call McDonough Roofing Pros for a free estimation and advice on 3-tab shingle or the architectural shingle.

A new roof system may cost between $1500 to $30000 depending on the raw material and workmanship cost. For free estimation about new roof installation, feel free to reach out to McDonough Roofing Pros.

Most manufacturers offer a 1-year warranty and restoration insurance. In case of any leaks in your new roof, you may contact the manufacturer and the insurance provider for claiming the warranty and insurance coverage.

McDonough Roofing Pros comprises insurance claim specialists who may help you in such cases.

To choose the right roofing contractor, follow the following steps.

• Check reviews online and offline
• Check the location of the roofing contractor (distant roofers may charge transportation fees)
• Schedule an appointment with the roofer
• Check the pricing and quality of workmanship
• Ask about insurance and warranty

McDonough Roofing Pros is a seasoned roofing contractor who can quality all the above points to provide you roofing service within your budget. 

The roof should not only protect you from the extreme weather condition but also provide you home or workplace an aesthetic look. Depending on the type of roofing system, you may check out the color variants in the market. 

There are several types of roofing systems to choose from. Here is a shortlist.

• Shingle roofing
• Flat roofing
• Rubber roofing

These are the most common sought for roofing options in Georgia. McDonough Roofing Pros can guide you to choose the type of roof system that is suitable for you and meet all your requirements within your budget. 

In most cases, expert roofers first inspect the roof well to identify the issues. If the deck is rotting and there is no possibility of changing a patch to save the entire wooden deck, roof replacement is the only way. McDonough Roofing Pros is a reliable roofing contractor who can provide you genuine advice on whether to repair or replace your wooden deck. 

Roofing underlayment is a material used in the roofing system to make the roof water-resistant or waterproof. It is installed directly onto the deck of your roof. Moreover, this material applied along with all other roofing materials to provide protection from severe weather.

The duration of roof replacement or roof repair depends on the following factor.

• Type of roofing system
• Quality of workmanship
• Weather condition
• Type of roof repair(in case of repair)

Usually, it takes 2-3 days for roof repair and a week for roof replacement. You may contact McDonough Roofing Pros for the timely completion of roof repair or replacement along with quality workmanship.

For a roof replacement, the approach of replacement service depends on the building code.  In some cases, the building code requires to remove the old roof before installing a new roof. On the other, if the building code persists, you may not have to bear the mess of removing your existing roof.

A minor roof can be easily fixed by the following steps.

• Track and identify the leak
• Straighten the covering
• Use roof sealant to seal the leak

You can easily repair a small leak but if there are multiple leaks or you are facing the problem of the leaking roof even after sealing, it is advisable to reach out to professional help. You may call up McDonough Roofing Pros to get a professional and reliable roofing solution.

The common reasons behind the leakage of a new shingle roof can be the following.

• Cracked flashing
• Cracks on shingle due to heavy rain or hail storm
• Improper sealing of valley
• Cracked vent booting
• Ice dam built up
• Improperly installed skylight
• Clogged gutters
• Cracked chimney

To identify the exact reason for roof leakage, you may contact McDonough Roofing Pros for a free inspection.

You can track the exact location of a leak by following the watermark due to leakage. However, it may go unnoticed for untrained eyes. It is advisable to contact a professional roofing contractor like McDonough Roofing Pros to detect the problem and solve it without any hassle.

The size of hail may vary from pea size to a golf ball size. Most roofs can sustain hailstones up to medium size. However, an aging roof may be damaged by pea-sized hail (0.25 inch) while major damage can be caused in a new or well-maintained roof by golf-sized hailstone (maximum 4.5 inches).