Taking the DIY route can be a great way to save money with home repairs. However, some are best left to professionals. In today’s post, The Badger Company discusses why you should avoid DIY roof repairs.
Inexperienced individuals are more likely to underestimate the requirements of a project. In case of roof repairs, it involves more than just patching holes and replacing shingles. One has to understand how each component — even the placement of fasteners or roofing nails — contribute to a complete roofing system. Improper repairs can give a false sense of security that can result in greater damage to the roof over time.
There is also the matter of risks to one’s safety when climbing the rooftop. It doesn’t matter if one has an extraordinary sense of balance or is only working from the edge of the roof; the risk of a fall injury remains present when one lacks safety training and does not have proper safety equipment. Additional safety risks may also be present when the roof is close to suspended electrical wires or has an unusually steep slope.
Moreover, there is another risk that’s often overlooked: you may be risking voiding your roof’s warranties if you fix it yourself. This means future repairs will be paid for out of pocket until you get a new roof.
The catch-all solution is to entrust roof repair to experienced professionals. Here are the reasons why:
Learn more about what professionals at The Badger Company can do for your roof. Give us a call at (608) 850-6282, or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.
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