The rooftop on your home won’t last forever, but the type of materials that you use make a difference in its expected service life. According to Bob Vila, asphalt shingles are the most commonly used roofing material and last for up to 30 years. Other types of shingles or roofing materials, like metal or slate, can last much longer than asphalt shingles. When your roof’s shingles are nearing the end of their service life, here are some of the more significant benefits of replacing them.

Increased Weather Protection

Your roof is your home’s first line of defense against precipitation and other external elements. That protection decreases gradually as the shingles become more worn out and near the end of their service lives. Replacing them will enable your roof to continue providing your home with exceptional protection against the elements. It also helps to better insulate your home against extreme temperatures during the summer and winter.

Improve Curb Appeal

Replacing your roof’s old shingles with new ones gives you a new roof that looks great. Depending on the roofing material that you use, you can make your home look much better and possibly add an aesthetic flair that makes it even more eye-catching. A new roof restores the straight lines and sharp angles that define a new roof. This improves your home’s curb appeal and also improves your home’s value.

Lowered Utility Costs

A well-made and properly maintained roof creates an effective thermal barrier that helps keep your home’s interior more comfortable. Newly installed shingles make it harder for cold air to enter in winter, which reduces how often your heating system runs to keep your home warm. When summer arrives, the roof helps keep the hot air outside. This also helps your air conditioning system run less. The less your HVAC system has to work to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature, the lower your utility costs are throughout the year.

Added Warranty Protection

Installing new shingles should reset the clock on any warranty protection for your roof. The new shingles should include warranty protection that is in effect when you hire a quality roofing contractor for the job. The warranty protection might help cover costs if something goes wrong, and you have a reduced potential for needing to pay for repairs.

Rich Roofing & Services will provide high-quality roofing services and repairs. If you are looking to install new shingles, you can call or visit us to learn more and schedule service.