Repair or Replace? A Roof Quiz for Philadelphia, PA
Not every leak means a new roof. This one-minute quiz helps Philadelphia, PA homeowners judge whether a sloped roof sounds ready for a fix, a closer look or a full replacement. Treat the answer as a starting point for a talk with a roofer.
How the Tool Works
Five questions cover the roof's age, its material, what you can see, any recent storm and past patches. Each answer adds weight toward one of three outcomes. A sagging roofline always lands at least in the middle result, since it can point to trouble in the wood underneath. Flat rowhouse roofs age differently, so read the result loosely there.
Using What You Learned
Note the result and bring it up when a roofer visits. If replacement came up, the roof cost calculator gives a rough price range for a sloped roof, and the Pennsylvania roofing rules page covers deposits and contracts. To hear from one independent local roofer about your home, send a request through the form.