Is a New Roof Necessary for a Successful Home Sale?

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 better price for your home) if you opt for a new roof.
• Don’t Underestimate Curb Appeal: No matter the age and structural condition of your roof, an ugly roof greatly reduces your curb appeal. If your roof does not need replacement, you may still wish to wash off dirt, debris, algae, or other deposits. And because their home inspector will likely recommend that all tree limbs be trimmed back off the roof, doing this proactively will help your home sale.

During a home sale, there are many factors to consider regarding your roof. Your best call is to a professional roofing contractor, who can help you to assess the current age and condition, and give recommendations as to your options. Whether a new roof or roof repair, you should never ignore this very important part of your home. Call Kingdom Roofing before you list your home – we would love to help.