FAQs

Signs it’s time to replace your roof include:

• Cracked, damaged or curled shingles
• Loose or missing Shingles
• Higher than average heating or cooling bills
• Damage or discoloration around vents
• Sagging roofline
• Visible leaks or interior water damage
• Attic evidence of previous water exposure
• Mold in the attic
• Damage around chimneys or skylights
• Granules or debris in your gutters or on the ground near downspouts
• Moss or algae growth

Each roof is different and replacement costs depend on multiple factors. The most important factors are:

• The size of the roof
• How steep the roof is
• The number of layers involved
• How complicated and varying the angles are
• The accessibility of the property
• The type of roof material that will be used

We work with asphalt and metal roofing. Both roofing materials are excellent choices. Preference depends on the needs of each customer. For more information on the advantages of metal roofing, click here. For more information on the advantages of asphalt roofing, click here.

Better Homes & Gardens reports that about 40% of a home’s curb appeal is directly related to the condition of your roof and how it looks. If your roof is in obvious need of repairs or looks worn and in need of replacing, it will have fewer interested buyers and lower monetary offers. Most buyers these days don’t want to spend money on major repairs after they just bought a house. Replacing the roof before you sell the home will enable you to attract more potential buyers and a higher asking price.

We recommend and work with both asphalt shingles and metal roofing.

At Daugherty Roofing & Siding, most homes are done in one or two days. Complicated or larger roofs take longer, of course. When we come out to give you your free quote, we will be able to better answer this question for you. We do our very best to complete each project to the best of our ability as quickly and efficiently as possible.

We work exclusively with Certainteed Roofing Products. They’re considered the leader in quality roofing products. Certainteed offers a full line of shingles with warranties from 20 years to lifetime limited. In addition, to having the best materials for your new roof, you can rest assured we know what we’re doing. We’re Certainteed – Certified Master Roofers. You get the best quality product and the best workmanship when you choose Daugherty Roofing.

If your roof is old, replacement can help lower energy bills. The integrity of your roofing materials will degrade over time, which may lead to excess heat loss, causing higher heating bills. In addition, an excessively hot attic during the summer is a sign of inadequate ventilation. This can directly cause the HVAC to work in overdrive. A new roof lowers energy bills by using today’s best materials to reduce heat loss during colder weather and proper ventilation techniques to avoid excessive heat build-up during warmer weather. This helps you stay warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer while saving money by using less energy.

Daugherty Roofing provides roofing, siding, windows, soffit/fascia and gutters to Erie County, PA and the surrounding areas. See our Contact Us page for more complete details. If you’re not sure if we provide service in your area, please call us directly at 814-825-0780.

Vinyl siding has a typical lifespan of 30-35 years in areas that have moderate temperatures or some variation with the change of the four seasons. In areas of excessive heat or cold, the typical lifespan will be shorter. Vinyl siding needs to be replaced when it becomes brittle and easy to break.

Here are a few signs that indicate it’s time to replace your windows or doors:

• Being able to feel a breeze through your windows or doors on a windy day
• Noticing cold air around windows or doors on cold days even if it is not windy
• Sections of glass on your doors or windows that fog up
• Windows that are hard to open

• Skills & Experience – We’ve been taking care of your roofing needs for 30+ years.
• Quality Products – The best quality roofing, siding and windows available.
• Exceptional Workmanship – First rate, quality craftsmanship. No cutting corners.
• Superior Customer Service – Courteous, professional staff that treats you with respect.
• Locally Owned & Operated – We are directly involved in every project we take on.
• Fast Completion Time – Most homes are completed in one or two days.
• We’re Certified Master Roofers and Certified Master Craftsmen for Siding.