Roof Replacement Services

Living in Salt Lake and neighboring counties means experiencing scorching summers and freezing winters. As your home or establishment’s primary defense against the elements, your roof needs to be in good shape all year round. But when your roof is too old or too costly for repairs, it would be best to have it replaced instead.

When it comes to roof replacement in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas, there’s no one you can trust like American Roofing. We have been Utah’s local roofing company for over 60 years. The team is always ready to help you get the roof you need.

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Why Choose American Roofing for Roof Replacements in Utah?

With American Roofing, investing in a roof replacement has never felt so secure. We offer over 65 years of roofing experience and hold two certifications:

Gold Star CertainTeed Certification for commercial roofing
SELECT ShingleMaster Certification for residential roofing

Unlike the standard two-year warranty in the roofing industry, American Roofing offers a five-year warranty on labor and workmanship. This ensures that your new replacement roof stays in great condition for many years to come. We’re also a BBB-accredited company, which means we do our utmost to resolve your problems while maintaining integrity and respect.

For more reasons why you can trust American Roofing as your local roofing contractor, check us out here.

Tear Off vs. Overlay Replacements: Pros and Cons

Tear-offs and overlays are two types of roof replacement methods. In a tear-off, the contractor removes existing roof materials and replaces them with new ones. Meanwhile, an overlay keeps the current roof as is and simply lays the new materials on top.

When tearing off, you’ll be able to identify and solve any underlying issues that exist under the current roofing layer. However, it is more expensive due to the increased labor.

Overlays are much cheaper and faster since the contractor doesn’t have to remove the existing roof materials. But the old roof might not be able to handle the extra weight of the new one on top and could become compromised.

How Long Does it Take to Replace a Roof?

Several factors affect how much time it takes to replace roofs:

The size and complexity of the roof
How accessible it is
The weather during the project schedule
Unique situations like solar panel removal

Depending on these elements, roof replacements can take one day to potentially several days or a few weeks at most.

How Do You Know if it’s Time for Roof Replacement?

You may need a new roof if it is more than 25 years old or if you notice extensive curling or buckling of shingles, missing granules, ice dams, moisture and mold, and more.

How Do You Evaluate a Roofing Contractor?

When choosing a roofing contractor, be sure to check their insurance and license information. The contractor should also have a detailed project plan and payment terms. All of these help determine whether you’re hiring trusted, certified professionals who can do the job properly and have their own financial protection in case of work-related accidents.

What Our Clients Are Saying

We have been very impressed with the process we went thru with American Roofing replacing our roof on our house. We love the quality and look of our new roof. We would recommend them to anyone looking to repair or replace your roof.

Leslie Anderson

Fantastic roof, reasonable and fair pricing and our sales rep. Andrew Y. was exceptional to work with. This is the second house American has roofed for me and I couldn’t imagine going elsewhere. Also, a shout out to their hardworking roofing crew. They did a great job and I’m very happy with my brand new roof.

Andy Hatch

We are very happy with our experience with American roofing. From the sales thru the completion of our roof. We were actually out of country when they reroofed our house. All was completed – nice roof, nice gutters, vented roof – all was completed as arranged AND NO mess was left for us to clean up when we got home. All very professional! I highly recommend the American Roofing team!!

Randie Olson

I definitely recommend going with American Roofing. I had an unusual roof with several ridges and angles. It would be difficult for anyone but they did an awesome job and at a competitive price. The roofing material was top notch. It is worth it to get the best with reliable workmanship and all their guarantees.

Nick Ortman

I worked with Andrew to help me understand the cause of the problem and get a quote for the repair work. He was very knowledgeable, had a quote written up while he was onsite, and kept me informed on the schedule and progress. All my questions were answered and the work done by the crew was excellent. Outstanding!

Bruce Wales

I have worked with American Roofing on many repairs and replacements. They respond quickly and provide high quality work. I would recommend them to anyone needing roof work. From simple patches to full roof replacement they have you covered.

Miles Romney (Standard Plumbing)

Request a Free Quote Today

If you need a roof replacement in Utah, don’t hesitate to contact American Roofing today! You can make a free quote request, and we’ll schedule your home inspection and consultation. For other inquiries, you can call 801-269-1276.

Roof Replacements FAQs

Here are some of the most commonly asked questions regarding roof replacements:

How often should you replace your roof?

How often you should replace your roof depends on the climate where you live, how well the roof was installed, and the type of materials used on the roof. However, most roofs need to be replaced every 20-25 years.

What time of year is best to replace a roof?

The busy season for roofing is usually between late summer and early fall, but you can replace your roof during the other months as well. However, most experts recommend avoiding roof replacement when weather conditions are more extreme. This will vary depending on the climate. You’ll also want to avoid replacing your roof when temperatures drop below 40℉ as shingles rely on thermal sealing to adhere to the roof. The process goes much quicker in warmer weather, usually only a matter of hours, but can take days or weeks in colder weather.

Do gutters have to be removed when replacing a roof?

Typically the answer is no, but many homeowners choose to have their gutters replaced as part of their roof replacement. However, if you’ve recently installed new gutters or they’re still in good condition, they won’t need to be removed during your roof replacement. Your contractors should take every precaution to ensure your gutters aren’t damaged during the replacement process. Most will even blow out gutters and clean them after the process is done.

Will my insurance go up if I get a new roof?

The answer is no under most circumstances, but it depends greatly on the insurance. Some carriers may lower your premium as a new roof makes your home safer. Others may increase your costs, especially if you need to file for a new rate. Additionally, if you’re replacing your roof due to weather damage, you can usually expect your rate to remain the same, especially if it’s your first claim.

Not Ready for a Replacement? Consider Repairs

Not all issues call for a roof replacement. If your roof only has damages such as leaks, or missing or cracked shingles, you could save more money with roof repairs instead. American Roofing can inspect your roof and advise you on whether a repair job or replacement is the best course of action.