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If your roof is old and starting to fail, gaps can be made for South Carolina’s squirrels, raccoons, mice, insects, and other pests to enter into your home easily. Nobody wants rodents and bugs crawling around in their attics and their walls. That being said, not every homeowner knows the proper way to go about getting rid of these unwanted creatures that have taken over their home.
The first step is to identify what is living in your attic.
If you hear scurrying across the floors up above, the culprits are probably squirrels or mice.
High pitched vocals coming from your attic and the sound of flapping wings can tell you that you may have pigeons or other birds residing with you. Birds can bring health risks with them and also cause terrible messes.
Insects can be spotted dead in windowsills and cavities in the floor.
Now that you have identified the pests that are living above you, it is time to call a pest exterminator. The exterminator may find more rodents or insects that have been living with you that you didn’t know about or couldn’t identify correctly.
Most exterminators use environmentally friendly products that are safe for your family. Don’t be afraid to hire an exterminator to get rid of the pest problem for you, because your family, your home, and your roof will thank you for it.
Having your roof inspected regularly can nearly eliminate the chance of pests coming into your home through the roof. After an inspection is finished, the contractor will let you know what kind of shape your roof is in and what should be done about it.
During the inspection, take note of the type of damage that has been caused because of these critters. If the gaps in your roof are big enough, you may need a full roof replacement, however, roof repairs can usually take care of the issues.
Repairing your roof after you have had pests living in your attic is one of the most important parts of getting rid of these pests. If you get rid of the pests, but don’t fix the roof, the pests will come right back. Make sure your roof is properly repaired by your contractor and all gaps are closed so many more animals can get back in.
Call your local roofing contractor, Tri County Roofing, and discuss the repairs that need to be done to stop pests from living with you any longer.
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One of the most important investments you’ll ever make for your home and your family is financing the roof that is over their heads. A new roof is a major commitment, and covering the costs upfront is not something that is easily done. Tri County Roofing & Siding can help you find a way to finance your new roof that is just right for you and your budget.
We recommend Springleaf Financial Services. Springleaf Financial Services can provide you with the perfect plan for clients looking to make installments in 3, 6, or 12 month payment plans.
If enough equity on your home has built up, you can apply for a home equity loan. These loans can be stretched out for a number of years to lower your monthly payments.
Even if you don’t have home equity built up, you can apply for this loan at a low interest rate.
Paying by credit card for your new roof replacement may be the most costly option when considering financing for your roof. However, if it is an emergency, this may be the best option when working on a tight schedule and during desperate times.
Try adjusting your personal budget over a period of time to save up enough money to cover the costs of your roof replacement.
Be knowledgeable about roofing storm chasers and fake contractors who are only trying to scam you out of your money. Roofing storm chasers will come to a town that was recently hit by a devastating storm, promising inexpensive work to be done. After you have signed on with them, they will flee with your money, often with no work completed in return.
Be sure to obtain more than just one estimate from several different reputable contractors so you can determine what should be the fair amount. After you have gotten a figure for what the total cost should be, calculate how much money you will be able to put towards your roof replacement after paying other bills. Carefully consider which of the above financing options would work best for your budget.
Homeowners living in the Savannah area are encouraged to contact Tri County Roofing & Siding about a new roof estimate and also to discuss roof replacement financing methods.
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Originally published: March 24, 2015
Information updated: June 6, 2016