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Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer
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Full tear-off’s a pain, but at least you know what you’re dealing with underneath.
Totally agree. Seen too many “just add a layer” jobs where the old shingles were hiding some nasty surprises - mold, soft spots, you name it.
- Insurance is weird. Hail? Covered. Years of leaks? Nope.
- Tear-off costs more up front, but at least you’re not stacking problems.
- Only time I’d even consider a second layer is if the first one’s in great shape... which is rare around here with all the humidity.
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