{"id":4694,"date":"2025-05-29T18:08:53","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T18:08:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing-copy\/?page_id=4694"},"modified":"2026-03-19T12:46:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T12:46:49","slug":"roof-repair-vs-replacement","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/roof-repair-vs-replacement\/","title":{"rendered":"Roof Repair Or Roof Replacement?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When there\u2019s a problem with your roof but you aren\u2019t sure whether it requires roof repair or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/roof-replacement\/\">complete roof replacement<\/a>, it\u2019s important to work with a reputable New York roofing contractor like Felgemacher Roofing &amp; Siding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We do both types of projects, but only when they\u2019re necessary. Here\u2019s some helpful information about roof repair and roof installation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>A Few Questions to Consider<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-4949\" src=\"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing-copy\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_TDSDP_Merlot_DETAIL_beautyshot_jpg.jpg\" alt=\"We repair and replace roofs in Lancaster &amp; Lewiston NY\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_TDSDP_Merlot_DETAIL_beautyshot_jpg.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_TDSDP_Merlot_DETAIL_beautyshot_jpg-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_TDSDP_Merlot_DETAIL_beautyshot_jpg-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_TDSDP_Merlot_DETAIL_beautyshot_jpg-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_TDSDP_Merlot_DETAIL_beautyshot_jpg-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/>Start by asking and answering these questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How old is the roof?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How often are roof repairs needed, and what are they costing me?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What kind of damage is happening, and what caused it?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How extensive is the damage?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long will I be living in this home?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the current roof under any kind of warranty?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The answers to these questions are important as you decide whether to repair or replace your roof. A licensed roof inspection will help you make the right final decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>New Roof Installation <i>Isn\u2019t<\/i> Always the Solution<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because you see some torn shingles, a slight sag in the roof or a few leaks in the attic, it doesn\u2019t automatically mean that you need an entire new roof.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>It Starts with a Roof Inspection<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/roof-inspection\/\">A roof inspection<\/a> will zero in on exactly what\u2019s happening with your roof and tell the inspector what he or she needs to know in order to recommend either repair or roof replacement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If any roofing company tells you over the phone, without even seeing your roof, that you need a new roof, hang up on them. If a contractor arrives at your home and does a quick look-over and tells you that you need a new roof, bring out another roofing company for a second opinion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Working with a Local Rochester NY and Buffalo NY Roofing Contractor<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you hire Felgemacher Roofing &amp; Siding to inspect your roof, we\u2019ll provide you with a full report of what we found. We\u2019ll include visual imaging so you can see what we saw. We\u2019ll talk to you about your options in language you can understand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And we\u2019ll never charge you for the estimate or ask for the entire estimated cost up front before work begins.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Why Felgemacher?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since 1953, the Felgemacher name has been synonymous with outstanding service, workmanship and integrity in our chimney business. We bring these same values to our roofing company on every job with every customer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-wp-editing=\"1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4948\" src=\"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing-copy\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_DPC_Sunrise_beautyshot_jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_DPC_Sunrise_beautyshot_jpg.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_DPC_Sunrise_beautyshot_jpg-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_DPC_Sunrise_beautyshot_jpg-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_DPC_Sunrise_beautyshot_jpg-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/OC_DPC_Sunrise_beautyshot_jpg-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/>Whether we do roof repair or new roof installation, our work will comply with all local and New York State code regulations. We\u2019ll help you decide on the best way to address your roof issues, and then we\u2019ll do the job right the first time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Where Can I Find a Roofer Near Me for a Roof Inspection and Roofing Work?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Felgemacher is ready to help with roof inspections, roof repairs and complete re-roofing services. Speak with a local roofing expert by phone or use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.felgemachermasonry.com\/roofing\/contact-us\">our simple contact form<\/a>. And remember to ask us about GreenSky financing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Felgemacher Roofing &amp; Siding works throughout the greater Rochester, NY, and Buffalo, NY, regions, including Grand Island, NY, Tonawanda, NY, Honeoye Falls, NY, East Rochester, NY, and other local communities.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When there\u2019s a problem with your roof but you aren\u2019t sure whether it requires roof repair or a complete roof replacement, it\u2019s important to work with a reputable New York roofing contractor like Felgemacher Roofing&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4949,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4694","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Roof Repair Vs. 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