Why Fall Is The Best Time Of Year To Replace A Roof

Have you ever ever wondered if you can replace a roof in the fall? Surprisingly, fall is the optimal time of year to enhance your home with a roof replacement.

What are some of the primary reasons for installing a new roof recommended by most roofing companies? Signs of a damaged roof can include missing, cracked, or curled shingles. Other signs can be roof age, roof leaks, mold, loose or damaged flashing, rusted flashing, and poor roof installation.

If your residential roofing or business has any of these roof problems, it's time to replace your roof. In the following blog, we are going to provide you with four major reasons why fall is the best season for a roof replacement.

Ideal Roof Replacement Weather

For the best results, replace asphalt shingles, the most common roof covering in the US, when temperatures are between 40°F and 90°F. In Virginia, the average temperatures in September, October, and November are 74°F, 61°F, and 49°F respectively. Therefore, fall roof replacements are the ideal time.

According to Owens Corning, replacing a roof in temperatures above 90°F is challenging. This happens because the shingles can stick, foot traffic can harm them, and they can tear when installed.

Replacing a roof when the temperature is below 40°F is not advisable. This is because the shingles can become brittle and may crack or break. Additionally, they may require manual sealing and could curl at the edges because of the cold.

Harsh Roof Conditions During The Winter

Prolonged exposure to heavy snow and fluctuating temperatures can lead to the formation of ice dams on your roof. According to Owens Corning, ice dams can damage shingles, gutter systems, attic insulation and cause mold or mildew growth. You may ask yourself, how do ice dams cause long-term, water damage to your roof?

As the top part of the roof warms, melting snow runs down but refreezes at the colder roof edge. This blockage impedes proper drainage, leading to water pooling on the roof and potential damage to the roofing system. When water pools on a roof, it can begin to leak under the shingle, soaking both the sheathing and roof deck. The weight and potential fall of snow and ice can cause roofing damage to the gutter system or edge shingles.

You should consider replacing your roof as a home improvement project before winter.

Energy Savings

According to Save On Energy, the average Virginian pays $151.50 per month on energy bills. This ranks Virginia within the top 35% of all states for highest electricity bills. Furthermore, the NEADA predicts that US households will spend 17% more on heating this winter.

Upgrading your roof could qualify you for a federal tax credit, another reason you should replace your roof in the fall.

At Cenvar Roofing, we offer a variety of specialty roofing projects that can improve energy efficiency this winter. Metal roofs and specific shingle types cut heating costs, making energy savings a key benefit of a new roof in the fall.

Availability and Labor Cost Myths

Spring and summer typically see the highest demand in the roofing industry. When scheduling your roofing projects in the fall, you'll have access to more time slots that fit your schedule.

Is Your Home or Business Ready For a Roof Replacement?

You'll have more flexibility for your needs and because of lower demand, you may save on labor costs. Before delaying your roof replacement until the heart of winter, consider the implications. While winter (December to March) is usually slower for roofers in colder regions, it doesn't guarantee lower prices.

Cenvar Roofing has been Central Virginia's trusted roofing partner for both residential and commercial properties for over a decade. Act now if your roof is aging, you want to save on winter energy bills, prevent a winter roof disaster, or selling your home.

Have peace of mind this fall as we actively prepare your roof for any winter condition. Fill out this form for a FREE roofing estimate!