need a roof

Discussion in 'Discussion Group' started by peppercorns, Mar 21, 2013.

  1. peppercorns

    peppercorns Well-Known Member

    We need a new roof on the house but so far all the estimates we have been given are about 2K more then we expected.
    Does anyone have any recommendations?
    We need about 44 bundles and maybe a roof over the deck to make it a porch.


    THank you!
     
  2. ddrdan

    ddrdan Well-Known Member

    There's a guy on Craigs List posting $150 per square. That's pretty cheap, so I can imagine it's for the cheapest shingle made. A square is 3 bundles, in case you didn't know.
     
  3. dgsatman

    dgsatman Well-Known Member

    Some shingles are 4 bundles to the square. Square= 100 sq. ft
     
  4. pcgeek

    pcgeek Active Member

    I know a guy that does a great job. His business name is Residential Specialities and his number is 919-427-0985.
     
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  6. Shadow Rider

    Shadow Rider Well-Known Member

    Check out the prices on a metal roof, whatever color you want. As long as you don't go through Advanced Metal Roofing systems, the price is pretty comparable and lasts much longer (Most have 50 yr plus warranties)
     
  7. peppercorns

    peppercorns Well-Known Member

    THanks Webbie~ Of corse I checked 4042 first!!!
    lol I have called quite a few....but I guess I am just looking for a bargin. I didn't realize threy were so expensive. I expected the price to be cheaper.
    Disability doesn't pay that well...lol Stupid roof. grrrrr
     
  8. peppercorns

    peppercorns Well-Known Member

    I have heard that the metal roofas leak after a whle...how do they seal the seams? are they crimped or what/...lol
     
  9. Shadow Rider

    Shadow Rider Well-Known Member

    Today's metal roofs rarely leak. They are sealed by the seam design. The important thing to look out is the gauge of metal used. Old metal roofs you see on barns and old farm houses are generally 36 or greater. Modern metal roofs on homes with 50+ warranties are usually between 24-29 gauge.

    With metal roofs, the lower the gauge, the thicker the metal roof. Plus if your shingles aren't more than 2 level deep, the metal roof can usually be put over the shingles, resulting in more insulation.
     
  10. pcroom

    pcroom Well-Known Member

    Give my neice's husband a call. His name is Jeff Patterson and he's been doing roofs all of his adult life. A fine christian man just trying to feed his family. He is a hard worker and does an excellent job. His number is 919-697-1145 or call his wife Karen at 919-427-2306 You will be glad you did. Pat
     
  11. proudmom

    proudmom Member

    We had several quotes -- OMG -- the quotes were outrageous. Carroll Roofing replaced our roof for 1/2 the costs of the other quotes we received. We are pleased with our new roof. I contacted:

    Sue H. Carroll, VP/Corporate Secretary
    Carroll Roofing Company, Inc.
    549 Dynamic Drive
    Garner, North Carolina 27529
    OFFICE 919-779-6623
    FAX 919-779-5521
     
  12. wackybrit

    wackybrit Member

    Local Contractor

    Just wanted to recommend Charles Brown of A Hammer and Nail Construction. Its a small company, and great at what they do. I would be shocked if you found anywhere cheaper.
    919-264-7533
    www.ahammerandnail.com
     
  13. Concerned Person

    Concerned Person Well-Known Member

  14. RealityCheck

    RealityCheck Well-Known Member

    If you plan to stay in the house for 20 or more years...I would recommend a metal roof also. It might be twice as much now...but at least in 20 years you're not getting estimates again.
     
  15. dgsatman

    dgsatman Well-Known Member

    Yeah, but for some homes, they're just not aesthetically pleasing.
     
  16. RealityCheck

    RealityCheck Well-Known Member


    With all the different colors available now...I don't think there would be many.
     
  17. Palisade

    Palisade Well-Known Member

    Not just the different colors, but the different styles. Some even look like asphalt and ceramic (if you're standing on the ground).
     

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