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There are a few options to consider when you are planning to install a new shingle roof on your home. You can change the style and color of the shingles, if you choose to, based on the style of your home and landscape. You might have the old roof torn off and a new one installed, which is recommended by most professionals. Although it does come recommended, people will often have the new shingles nailed on over the old ones. This is generally done to save on costs. A professional company will, however, ask you to consider tearing off the old shingles. One reason for this is to check the structure and foundation of the roof, make sure there are no cracks or leaks and to ensure the safety of the boards. However, because the cost can be much higher when tearing off instead of doing a nail-over, people will often disregard this recommendation and have the new shingles nailed on over the old ones.

When a company tears of the old shingles, they must have a way to remove the debris from the property for the safety and appearance of the homeowner. Old shingles and nails can be dangerous for several reasons. Extensive clean up is necessary on the part of the roofing company in order to be as safe as possible.

Shingles that are purchased for your home will automatically come with a 20 to 30 year warranty, depending on what style and brand you decide upon. The company will also usually offer a warranty that will cover any future problems caused by shoddy work or bad shingles. If shingles have any kind of defect, it will be noticed fairly quickly when they allow cracks and leaks for rainwater to get in. Harsh winds and weather can also do extensive damage to weak shingles. A warranty to cover this kind of issue is necessary.

It is important that you choose a company with a good reputation and that can offer you a good price on the job. It should be able to fit you into the schedule without a problem and get the job done in the timeframe you need it done. Do background research to make sure you know who you are dealing with and get recommendations and opinions of friends and family before choosing. Do not hesitate to ask questions if you have them and do not leave any part of the money issue unchecked. It can be an expensive undertaking but the investment in your home is well worth it.