The life of your roof depends on several factors - material quality, installation effectiveness, and local weather.

If properly installed, a metal roof should last 40-50 years. Unless, you have a copper roof, which can last 70-100 years.

If properly installed, asphalt shingle roofs should last 15-40 years. Lower-end 3-tab shingles last 15-20 years, while higher end dimensional shingles last 30-40 years.

Of course, all of these numbers are assuming your roof is not damaged by a major storm. In the case of storm damage, it's always best to have your roof inspected, so you can evaluate whether you need to replace it. We've had to replace roofs that are less than 5 years old due to major hail and wind damage.

Asphalt roofs develop streaks, sometimes referred to as "roof tears." This is a common sign of wear and tear.

At first, the streaks may just be an aesthetic issue, causing your roof to look bad, especially in the sunlight.

However, roof stains can point to deeper issues as well.

Over time, water runoff deteriorates asphalt roofs by loosening and stripping away the granules or rocks on the outer layer of the shingle.

Once this deterioration begins to occur, asphalt shingles start to lose their effectiveness to protect your home and reflect heat, which has a negative effect on home utility bills.

In the more shaded sections of an as[halt roof, you will ultimately end up with algae and moss on the shingles that leads to deterioration as well.

Soft washing by a professional roof cleaning company may help deal with roof streaking/algae and extend the life of your roof. But it's very important that no one ever power washes your roof, as it will only compound the damage.

At Evergreen we are proactive about roof streaking and algae. We use GAF Timberline HDZ asphalt shingles that are equipped with modern stain and algae protective technology.

This allows us to back our asphalt roofing systems by offering 25 year warranties against algae discoloration.

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The cost of repairing your roof depends on several factors.

If you're going to have your roof repaired, then consider how big the repair is, how difficult your roof is to access (height, steepness), and the type of roof material.

You also want to consider the age and condition of your roof. Paying to repair a roof is kind of like paying to repair a car. Once the cost of repairing your roof exceeds the roof's value, it's better to get a new one.

It's also crucially important to weigh a roof repair against a roof replacement because roofs are an integrated system.

For example, if a shingle is damaged it can be very difficult to remove and replace it without damaging the shingles around it.

Or if you have a leak, where the leak barrier and wood under the shingles are damaged. A roof repair would require removing and replacing all of that material, which involves taking off more shingles.

Roof repairs can be an unwise investment because they so often act only as a band aid for a bigger problem, and they almost always compromise the uniform look of the roof.

At Evergreen we make sure that we go over all of your options, accounting for the nuances of each situation.

If your roof is actively leaking, then call a roofing company out as soon as possible.

Our team at Evergreen Roofing handles leaks with mitigation and restoration.

We perform mitigation services immediately to prevent the issue from progressing. We apply sealed tarps and caulking where needed, until we are able to perform a repair or replace the old roof system.

If your roof leak is a result of storm damage, it's important to file a claim immediately and get the process rolling.

Your insurance company will send out an adjuster to survey the damage and evaluate your claim. Within a few days, your insurance company should provide you with an estimate.

Once you have an estimate, all you need to do is share it with us, and we will get your job scheduled and ordered.

We know that roof leaks are time sensitive problems. We work alongside our customers on insurance claims to ensure the restoration of their home is timely and high quality.

If your leak is the result of a failing roof, we present you with all the options we would consider, along with free estimates for each option.

Roof replacement projects typically move quicker than most people assume.

Of course, the duration of a roofing job depends on several factors.

If the roof is an average size and has a simple layout, our roofing crew at Evergreen will usually complete the job in one day. This includes set up, installation, and clean up.

If the roof is bigger than average, difficult to access/navigate, and the layout is more complex, the job will more likely take 2-3 days.

We make sure to work efficiently and effectively, treating your property as we would want others to treat our own.

In the case of a flat roof, you want to avoid standard asphalt shingles. They are designed for pitched roofs where water can easily run off. On flat roofs, where water tends to pool, standard asphalt shingles can be prone to issues like leaks, premature wear, and poor performance.

Our team at Evergreen Roofing offers and installs 2 different kinds of material for flat residential roofs.

EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer): A type of synthetic rubber, EPDM is durable, weather-resistant, and relatively easy to install. It’s a popular choice for flat roofs due to its longevity and resistance to UV radiation.

Modified Bitumen: This is an asphalt-based material that can be applied in sheets or as a hot or cold adhesive. It’s known for its resilience and ease of repair.

EPDM is more expensive and involves higher labor costs, but it typically lasts about 30 years.

Modified Bitumen lasts for about 20 years, but is cheaper and easier to work with.

Evergreen Construction & Roofing is based in Louisville, Kentucky; but our team travels around the state of Kentucky and into Southern Indiana as well.

We serve Jefferson, Shelby, Spencer, Bullitt, Nelson, Henry County and any area within 2 hours of Louisville proper.