Your Friendly Roofing Company in Berkeley Lake, GA

Most of the time, yes. Homeowners policies usually spell out a share you cover yourself on any approved claim, and a roof is no exception. That amount is yours to pay, and we can't erase or absorb it, so steer clear of anyone who says they can. Our part is getting the rest of the claim documented thoroughly.

Cold weather, yes, within reason. Shingles seal more slowly when it's chilly, so we follow the manufacturer's guidance and hand-seal when needed. Rain, no. We watch the forecast closely and never leave a roof open when wet weather is coming.

3-tab shingles are thin, flat and uniform, the kind you see on a lot of older homes. Architectural shingles are made in layers, so they're thicker, heavier and have more depth and texture. They also tend to handle wind better. Architectural is what we install.

Every roof's a little different. Its size and pitch, the layers coming off, any rotten boards underneath and the material you pick all move the number. We'll measure, snap photos and hand you a written, itemized price so you can see where each dollar lands.

ACV stands for actual cash value: the payout reflects your old roof's worth after years of wear are subtracted. RCV, replacement cost value, covers what a similar new roof costs, often paid in two rounds, first the depreciated amount and later the held-back balance once the job wraps up. Check your policy to see which kind you carry.

From the ground, often you can't. Up close, hail leaves dark spots where the granules got knocked off, sometimes soft to the touch, plus dents on vents, gutters and metal flashing. The slopes facing the storm usually take the worst of it. That's why a hands-on inspection is worth it.

If you're staying put for a long time, it can be. Metal costs more up front, but it's tough in wind, sheds rain fast and needs very little care. If you might move in a few years, shingles are usually the better deal. We're happy to price both.

In many Georgia cities and counties, yes, a full replacement needs a permit, while small repairs often don't. It varies by where you live. When one's required, we pull it and handle any inspection the city wants.

We don't recommend it. Going over the old roof hides the decking, so soft spots go unfixed, and it adds weight. Taking it down to the wood lets us check everything and install the new roof the right way.