When your home needs a new shingle roof, you may also notice that the siding is showing its age. For many Northeastern Pennsylvania homeowners, replacing both at the same time can be a smart way to improve the home’s protection, appearance, and overall value.
At 570 New Roof, we help homeowners throughout NEPA understand their roofing options and plan exterior improvements that make sense for their homes.
Why Replace the Roof and Siding Together?
Your roof and siding work together to protect your home from rain, snow, wind, and changing temperatures. When both are aging, addressing them together can create a more complete exterior upgrade.
Replacing both projects at once can also make it easier to coordinate the work. Contractors can plan around areas where the roof, siding, flashing, and other exterior components meet. This can help reduce the chance of overlooking problems at those transitions.
There is also an aesthetic advantage. A new roof paired with new siding gives your home a completely refreshed appearance. You can coordinate shingle and siding colors to create a finished look rather than replacing one component now and trying to match it several years later.
Look for Hidden Damage
Before replacing siding, it is important to inspect the wall surfaces underneath. Likewise, removing old roofing materials can reveal damaged decking or other issues.
Moisture problems can sometimes affect both the roof and exterior walls. Addressing these problems during the renovation is important because simply covering damaged materials could allow the underlying issue to continue.
This is especially important in NEPA, where heavy rain, snow, ice, and freeze-thaw cycles can put significant stress on a home’s exterior.
Better Planning Can Save Hassle
Having roofing and siding work coordinated can reduce the disruption of completing two major exterior projects at separate times. Instead of arranging another major renovation later, homeowners can tackle both improvements as part of one larger exterior upgrade.
It also gives you an opportunity to consider related components, including flashing, trim, soffits, fascia, and areas around windows and doors.
Choose the Right Time
If your roof is approaching the end of its useful life and your siding is also deteriorating, waiting on one project may not make financial or practical sense. A professional inspection can help determine whether both should be replaced now or whether one can safely wait.
If you’re considering a new shingle roof and siding replacement in Northeastern Pennsylvania, contact 570 New Roof at (570) 332-1223 or office@theroofrepairguys.com. We can help you evaluate your home’s exterior and determine the best approach for your project.