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Whether they are retiring, looking for a vacation home, or moving their family for a better life – there are always people looking to move to Florida. Venice is a popular destination, known for its beaches and Gulf sunsets, as well as a laid-back and casual lifestyle. If you are looking to sell your Venice or Englewood area home, you likely have had a lot of advice as to how to get the highest price for the sale. One of the most important elements of a home for sale is the condition of the roof. But do you need to have a brand new roof in order to have a successful home sale? Getting the Most for Your Home Sale The goal of a home sale is to get the best possible selling price. If major repairs are needed, buyers may shy away from your home, opting instead for a home free of significant maintenance worries. Still, that does not mean that you absolutely need a new roof to successfully sell your home. Here are some considerations for you to think about, because your potential home buyer is as well: Understand the Age of the Roof: If a roof is within 3 years of its end of useful life, a buyer will most likely not be able to obtain a mortgage on the property. Therefore, if your roof is old and falling apart, you should absolutely consider roof replacement – otherwise your pool of buying prospects will be greatly reduced. If you suspect your roof is near its end of life, call a roofing professional to give you an estimate as to the estimated useful years left. If this number is over 3 years, you can most likely sell the home as-is. However, a prospective buyer may be worried about a soon-coming major roof replacement, and the offer may reflect that reality. Even if you learn that the roof has 3 years left on it, this may be too risky for some. Learn About New Roof ROI: Just as an old roof can hinder your home sale, a new roof can significantly help you. Not only will buyers have peace of mind about the roof itself, but tangential concerns such as damaged framing, drywall, or insulation are also mitigated. Not only that, according to Home Advisor, a new roof offers the best ROI of any other home improvement, with many homeowners being able to recoup the entire cost of the roof in the home’s new value. Ask About Extent of Repairs: If your roof is in need of repair, but once fixed will have many useful years left, you may consider that option. Keep all documentation of the repair, and have the roof life re-certified after the repairs are complete. This will help you to ease any fears of new buyers. Be sure to ask a professional Venice roofer about the benefits of replacement or repair – you may still be better off in the long run (and get a […][…]
If you have lived in your home for a period of time – or if you are looking to purchase an older home – you may notice discolored stains on the ceiling. While these are almost invariably caused by a leak, there are a few questions you should ask to determine if these water stains represent a serious problem for you. Even if you suspect there is no imminent issue, it is important to investigate the situation and rule out any active leaks. Are Water Stains a Sign of an Active Leak? The first thing you should determine is if the water stains you have discovered on the walls or ceiling of your home are at all damp. Although you can often feel moisture, you may wish to invest in a water moisture monitor. Either way, if there is moisture present, you can be sure that there is an active leak. In this situation, you will want to act immediately. Because water flows downward along a path of least resistance, the location of the water stains may not have a direct correlation to the location of the leak on your roof. You may be able to identify the area of the roof which is compromised from evidence in the attic – dark stains on the framing, or damp insulation, for instance. If the water stains show no signs of moisture being present during the dry winter months, you still may have a water intrusion problem. Rather than wait until the heavy rains arrive, you may wish to enlist a friend to try to locate the source of the leak. While your partner waits in the attic, run a water hose over your roof, one section at a time in order to see where the water leak is situated. Are Water Stains Ever Ok? If you are not the first owner of the home, it is possible that there was a past roof leak which was repaired – but the previous homeowner never repainted the inside walls or ceilings. If this is the case, chances are excellent that the water stains are harmless. If you are purchasing a home, ask the current owners for any history of roof repair or a new roof installation. This documentation may put your mind to rest. You should also ask your home inspector to investigate for any signs of a current water intrusion problem. You should also hire a licensed roofing contractor to come out and inspect the roof for any signs of current roof leaks or breaches. If your roof has been inspected and there are no signs of an active roof leak, you may also wish to get the advice of a plumber. This professional will be able to advise you as to if there are pipes running through the ceiling which should be checked for leaks as well. Inspect Water Stains After a Heavy Rain Event If you are unsure about the source of the water stains, inspect them after a heavy […][…]