TheNiche Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 OK, here's where I'm at. The foundation is step #1, and I'll have my second estimate this weekend. Termites are a quick #2, also something that'll be addressed this weekend. Roof repair will be #3.And I've got two roof options: 1) replace the roof with a new one that'll last until long long after the house has sold, or 2) apply an inexpensive mastic over any and all seems, holes, and cracks in the existing roll roofing; then replace the roof later on down the line when there's more cash available.Question 1: Does anybody know any reputable roofing companies that'll do a good job for relatively little $$$?Question 2: I'm not too familiar with the pricing of mastic. Anybody have any idea how much it might cost to do a temporary patch job on a really ugly roof? How long would it likely last?Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scharpe St Guy Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 Niche,A neighbor of mine has a son that is a roofer. I will ask him.We put an offer on a house that has termite damage and active termites I think. I called Nettles and they said it was $5.00 a linear foot to treat.Scharpe St GuyOK, here's where I'm at. The foundation is step #1, and I'll have my second estimate this weekend. Termites are a quick #2, also something that'll be addressed this weekend. Roof repair will be #3.And I've got two roof options: 1) replace the roof with a new one that'll last until long long after the house has sold, or 2) apply an inexpensive mastic over any and all seems, holes, and cracks in the existing roll roofing; then replace the roof later on down the line when there's more cash available.Question 1: Does anybody know any reputable roofing companies that'll do a good job for relatively little $$$?Question 2: I'm not too familiar with the pricing of mastic. Anybody have any idea how much it might cost to do a temporary patch job on a really ugly roof? How long would it likely last?Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 If you have not already, read this, they are hit or miss. Still, they are support by the BBB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted October 20, 2006 Author Share Posted October 20, 2006 If you have not already, read this, they are hit or miss. Still, they are support by the BBB.Yeah, well no offense, but I'm not in the market for a "hit or miss" contractor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 Yeah, well no offense, but I'm not in the market for a "hit or miss" contractor.When they miss, it was for good reason, my home is pretty ratty, and they take full responsibility to permanently fix it. Most homes are not combo flat and shingled, my home is a special case.So despite my initial pain with them, they really do well to redeem themselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpbro Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 Mastic is cheap--you can buy a gallon at HD for maybe $20. We patched leaking flashing around our chimney ourselves, but the bigger leaks are still a problem. We may move within the year, so would like to avoid redoing roof, though it is the right thing to do, IMO. No recs on roofers, sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJones Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 Niche, I recommend State Roofing on Memorial. Those guys are reputable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricco67 Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 I just got a friend who just replaced a roof AND put in a vent, so if you want, I can give you the contractor's info for comparisons.My buddy was thrilled with the job he did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted October 21, 2006 Author Share Posted October 21, 2006 ...if you want, I can give you the contractor's info for comparisons.Yeah, please do. Feel free to PM me if you'd rather not make the public recommendation.And thanks, TJones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
domus48 Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 It may be too late as this is a somewhat old posting/question. Nevertheless, I have been conducting a fair amout of research on this issue. You do not want to skimp when it comes to your roof. This is your primary envelope against the elements.You will need to thoroughly research the type of roof you have and then consider the types of roofing availible for the type.A company with a successful track record is a given.Once you've made your selection of a company, you should meet with the installation supervisor and review how the work will be performed and what is and what isn't included in the scope of services.Understand what the warrenty covers -- labor only or material only or both?How much repair work will be necessary to the facsia and sub-strate and what's included in the base bid?I've already stated it but I cannot over stress gaining an understanding of the roofing process.Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscarbor Posted November 20, 2006 Share Posted November 20, 2006 I use Correy roofing/construction and they do a good job. I find them to have good prices for the size company they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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