Shingle Replacement

Shingle Replacement From Semper Fi

Shingle replacement is the middle ground between a small roof repair and full replacement. If one side of your roof gets hit in a storm or keeps getting ice dams, you’ll need more than a small patch to fix it. But you also don’t want to pay to redo the part of the roof that’s fine. That’s where shingle replacement comes into play.

Semper Fi Roofing & Exteriors has been in business for over 20 years and we started as two Marines with a truck. You get honest service and no upselling plus a lifetime workmanship warranty. Estimates are always free and we can even work on weekends. Contact us today to learn more about shingle replacement.

Why Damage Usually Hits One Side

Wind usually comes in from one direction meaning that one slope can lose shingles on your roof while the other side is fine. And likewise, ice dams tend to show up on the same edge every winter. Hail can also do the same depending on which way the storm is moving. That wood underneath gets checked while the section is open so any soft boards will also need to be replaced. We offer shingle repair for cases where only a few shingles are damaged as well.

Common Areas We Replace

Slopes that face the prevailing wind and lose the most shingles
The strip along eaves where ice dams cause damage
The area around the chimney or skylight that has a slow leak
Garage or porch roofs that sit lower and can catch falling branches
Sections under an overhanging tree

These are the spots that are the most vulnerable to damage and wear out faster than the rest of your roof. Replacing these sections can add years to your roof’s lifespan.

How We Keep It From Looking Like a Patch

New shingles usually look brighter than the rest at first but typically even out after a season or two. But to help we can end the new section at a ridge, valley or dormer edge allowing the seam to blend into the shape of the roof. We’ll show you the shingles before any work gets done so you can approve of it ahead of time. We’ll also be upfront if a close match isn’t possible, but in most cases it should be fine.

Signs It’s More Than One Section

If you’re wondering whether shingle replacement isn’t enough, here are some things to consider:

Age of the roof is nearing or over 20 years
Leaks showing up in different areas all over
Shingles are curling on every side

Know that replacing one section on a worn roof will only delay the inevitable. We offer roof replacement with flexible financing options so you can pay over time.

Insurance and Discontinued Shingles

If you’re dealing with storm or fallen tree damage it’s best to call your insurance company first. We’ll document the damage we find with photos and notes for your adjuster. And if the original shingle is discontinued some policies actually cover more of the roof, though it varies so always check ahead of time. Learn more about storm damage repair here.

Section Replacement vs. Full Replacement Cost

Replacing a single section costs only a fraction of what a new roof will because you only have to pay for materials and labor in a targeted area. The main factors for cost come down to:

Size of the section getting replaced
How steep your roof is
Condition of the wood underneath

Paying for a section replacement now can make sense on a newer roof but if it’s over 20 years then that money could be better put toward a full replacement. We’ll explain it all in our written estimate that costs you nothing.