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How long can my home's roof last?
Do I need to replace a 20 year old roof before I sell? No leaks
Asked By Han F | Albertville, AL | 539 views | Remodeling | 1 year ago
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Chris Yochum
Dickson Realty
It can be a good idea to have a roof inspection or assessment. Some companies do this at no charge. If you get 3 contractors out there to assess and give you an evaluation of the roof condition and life remaining then you can disclose appropriately. If buyers have any concern then you can show what the contractors had said. If they recommend replacing then at least you will know what the professional say and can find the best quote. Having a new roof can certainly make the home more appealing and attract more buyer interest.
- 1 year ago
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Marty & Abby Champagne
RE/MAX Market Place
No need to replace. However it may come up on an inspection report. (if it is at the end of its life). But I would jump that hurdle when the time comes before replacing it.
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Joanne Patience
Iron Valley Real Estate North Florida
No need to replace a 20-year-old roof that has no evidence of leaks. It may be advantageous to have a roof certification done and have it ready for a buyer that is questioning the life span of the roof. Just make sure you disclose the age.
- 1 year ago
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Tyler Fitz
Anderson Realty
The biggest question is whether or not it is insurable. Many insurance companies have guidelines for what condition and age a roof needs to be in order for them to write a policy. In most cases there is almost always at least one or two options. The less maintenance or updating a home needs tends to be favorable for a buyer but that question is better suited for a listing agent in your area and an insurance broker.
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Agni Mitra
Keller Williams Arizona Realty
Hi,
You do not need to replace your roof before you sell. As long as you disclose that there were no leaks you should be fine. However, be prepared to have your agent negotiate any repairs which might come up during the inspection period. For a 20 year old roof there might be some minor maintenance issues which might come up. If you want to know beforehand for your peace of mind you could have a roof inspection done by a trusted roofer (ask your real estate agent for some recommendation). That way you know what to expect and have an idea. However, if you do that and an issue is mentioned in the roofing report (however minor it may be) you would need to disclose it to the buyers. In most cases, I would advise you to let the inspection process take its course. If you want to dispute an inspection report you could get a second opinion prior to your response. A great real estate agent should advice you through this process. If you need recommendation of a great agent in your area you can search on this website:
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- 1 year ago
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Patricia Billings Malone
C21 Masters Malone Homes Group
I recommend asking a roofer not a Realtor. We are not experts in that field.
- 1 year ago
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Rayna Mack
SDHOMES
Hi Han, No you do not need to replace your roof. As long as you disclose the roof age and that you have had no leaks you should be fine. A buyer can decide if they want to ask you for a "small credit" towards a new roof they can use after close of escrow. When the Rayna Mack Team works with buyers and a roof is older, sometimes we negotiate that into our request for repairs.
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Maggie James
Coldwell Banker Realty
Depending on the type of roofing materials and the workmanship. In most circumstances a 20 year old roof could have many additional serviceable years. Maybe there are some other key items in the home that may warrant an upgrade.
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