Expert Residential
Roofing Services

Deciding between a roof repair and a full replacement depends on the age of your roof and the extent of the damage. If your roof is under 15 years old and has minor, isolated issues, a repair is usually sufficient, but widespread damage or an aging roof typically requires a full replacement.

When to Repair:

• Isolated Leaks: A single leak from a blown-off shingle or damaged flashing.
• Minor Wear: A few missing or cracked shingles from a recent Michigan windstorm.
• Younger Roof: Your roof is under 15 years old and the underlying structure is sound.

When to Replace:

• Widespread Damage: Shingles are noticeably curling, buckling, or missing across large sections.
• Heavy Granule Loss: You find excessive "shingle sand" (granules) filling your gutters.
• Structural Issues: The roof deck appears to be sagging, or you have major interior water damage in the attic.
• Age: Your asphalt roof is approaching or past the 20-year mark.

Pro Tip: Don't wait for a leak! If you notice daylight shining through your attic boards or severe moss growth trapping moisture during Michigan's freeze-thaw cycles, call Michigan Exterior Pros for an honest, zero-pressure inspection.

We stand behind our residential roofing installations with comprehensive guarantees, including a 7-year workmanship warranty on all full roof replacements and complementary extended material warranties exclusively for GAF roofs.

Our Warranties Include:

• 7-Year Workmanship Warranty: Every full residential roof replacement installed by Michigan Exterior Pros comes with a robust 7-year guarantee on our labor and craftsmanship.
• Complementary GAF Extended Warranties: As experts in premium roofing systems, we offer complementary extended manufacturer warranties to protect your investment for decades. (Exclusively available for GAF installations).

Pro Tip: A standard manufacturer warranty often only covers the shingles. Our local 7-year workmanship warranty ensures the installation process itself is covered, giving you peace of mind through Michigan's toughest seasons.

For most homes, a standard residential roof replacement by Michigan Exterior Pros takes just one day to complete. However, the exact timeline depends entirely on the size of your home and the specific scope of the project.

Factors That Can Extend the Timeline:

• Roof Size and Complexity: Large homes or steep pitches with many valleys and dormers take longer to install.
• Structural Damage: Repairing rotted wood decking uncovered during tear-off adds time.
• Weather: High winds or heavy rain can temporarily pause a project for safety.

Pro Tip: Even if a job takes more than one day, our team ensures your roof is completely "dried in" (weatherproofed) at the end of each workday, so your home is never left exposed.

We treat your property with the utmost respect. Before a single shingle is removed, our certified crew takes extensive preventative measures to protect your landscaping, driveway, and home exterior from falling debris and stray nails.

Our Property Protection Process Includes:

• Landscaping Tarps: We cover flower beds and lawns with heavy-duty tarps to catch debris.
• Exterior Shielding: Plywood sheets protect windows and AC units from falling materials.
• Driveway Care: Equipment is placed carefully to prevent concrete cracks or stains.
• Magnetic Nail Sweeps: We use high-powered magnets to collect stray nails from your yard and driveway.

Pro Tip: Relocating patio furniture and vehicles away from the work zone the night before helps ensure a seamless, damage-free installation!

In Michigan's demanding climate, most residential roofs last between 15 and 30 years. Due to harsh winters, heavy snow, and rapid freeze-thaw cycles, roofs here typically age 5 to 10 years faster than in milder regions.

Expected lifespans based on your roofing material:

• Architectural Asphalt Shingles: 20 to 30 years. (The durable Michigan standard).
• Standard 3-Tab Shingles: 15 to 20 years. (Economical, but vulnerable to weather).
• Metal Roofing: 40 to 70+ years. (Excellent for shedding heavy snow).
• Flat/Low-Slope Roofs: 15 to 25 years. (Highly dependent on proper drainage).

Pro Tip: To combat Michigan's extreme weather, the best way to maximize your roof's lifespan is through proper attic ventilation and professional inspections every two years.