Spring is a good time to look for roofing specials in KC. By the time summer hits, the waiting line can be pretty long to get a roofer to your house. The first weeks of the winter thaw is the ideal time to call and secure your spot. We may not always be able to roof, due to the heavy rains and unpredictable weather, but we are committed to keeping the lines of communication open and scheduling around the gloomy forecasts to ensure your job gets done as quickly as possible!

Not All Roofing Specials in KC Are Worth It.

It’s not unusual to see roofing specials this time of year. Yet, keep in mind that price is not the only consideration. Beware of Groupons or Daily Deals offering a super low price on a new roof. Often, these offers are “bait and switch,” luring customers in with the promise of cheap labor, but later jacking up the price due to “unforeseen circumstances.” We see it all the time. Worse yet, are people who go with the lowest bidder only to find that these ruffians have skipped town, leaving half their roofs exposed! Go for reputation and you can never go wrong. Make sure the roofer you choose has a good track record with the Better Business Bureau and has a list of referrals you can call.

What Are You Getting For Your Money?

Another factor to consider is the product itself. All shingles are NOT created EQUAL! You want a product that is guaranteed to last. Some of the newer asphalt shingles are guaranteed to last 50 years when applied by an approved contractor. So, first of all, you want a top-of-the-line brand like CertainTeed or GAF/ELK. Secondly, you want to make sure your roofer is certified by the manufacturer, so your warranty doesn’t become null and void!

Spring Roofing Specials in KC & Free Consultations

Please contact Eclipse Roofing to inquire about our spring specials. All year round, we offer free home consultations to give you an accurate estimate and let you know what you can expect from us.

The cost of a new roof varies as greatly as the cost of a new car. In general, a new roof can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $12,000. The cost to replace a roof in Kansas City will vary based upon several factors.

Roofing Materials

High-end materials like wood shake or Spanish tile may be selected for aesthetic appearance — and they do cost more. The cheapest type of material you can use is the asphalt shingle, which can last for a good 25 to 50 years now. We work with the highest grade manufacturers, GAF/ELK and CertainTeed, to ensure your satisfaction.

We have visited homeowners who received low-ball offers to have their roofs redone for $1,000. Upon closer inspection, we noticed that they used low-quality brand names of asphalt shingles like Witch (that has actually melted in the rain) or BP (which has a litany of negative reviews about the early deterioration of their product and poor customer service response.) Shingles that cost $10 or more below the competition are not reliable.

Roof Condition

Sometimes it’s not just the outermost layer of shingles that shows deterioration, but the wood structures beneath may have rotted, the flashing may be bent or torn away, and there may be a need for better ventilation to keep the attic dry. Often, roofers will simply slap a fresh coat over-top the old shingles, but this can only be done so many times. Naturally, it will cost more if structures need to be torn out and replaced. A good contractor will let you know about the condition of the roof before getting started.

Pitch of the Roof

One Kansas City reviewer on Angie’s List c0mplained that a work crew arrived, but abruptly left without saying a word when they noticed there was a steep pitch to the roof.  “Of course, the estimator told me that I had a steep roof and that I would be charged extra as a result,” the reviewer wrote. Generally speaking, a steep pitched roof costs 10 percent more than a flat roof due to the difficulty of the job. You can, however, find a contractor like Eclipse Roofing that specializes in pitch roof applications to save yourself some money.

Call 913-262-4700 for a free estimate!

Looking for average roofing costs in Kansas City? We recommend calling three different contractors for free estimates to get the most accurate portrait of the local competition. However, before you pick up the phone, you may be wondering if you’ll have enough dough in the bank to cover it or if you need to take out a small home improvement loan — and that’s understandable.

Ballpark Estimate For A New Roof In KC

The cost of a new roof in Kansas City can range from $2,000 to $25,000, according to HomeAdvisor.com. They add that a good baseline figure is around $10,000. Unfortunately, Kansas City prices are slightly above the national average.

D.I.Y.?

People who are particularly handy around the house may opt to buy the materials and do it themselves for a much lower price than a professional installation. Truth be told, CostHelper says you can probably slap a fresh set of asphalt shingles onto a one-story ranch home for $680 – $3,700, depending on the square footage. However, you are also voiding the manufacturer’s warranty on the shingles you buy and risking the liability of injury. Besides, roofing is back-breaking work! So, for $1,700 – $8,400, many homeowners feel it’s worth having the professionals install a new KC roof.

Materials

The materials you choose can also affect the price of your roofing job. Asphalt is the least expensive option and will generally last 25 to 50 years, depending on the brand. Wood shingles or shakes are beautiful, but require a good amount of maintenance, are not fireproof, and don’t last as long — plus they cost an average of $6,800 – $20,000 to install. Tile roofs are more durable and distinctive-looking, but are also in the same price range as wood. Metal rooftops are very durable and even longer lasting than asphalt, but the cost can range anywhere from $5,000 to $40,000, depending on the type of metal used.  Though classic-looking and long-lasting, we’ve seen slate roofs cost as much as $84,000!

Give us a call at (913) 262-4700 for a free estimate on your Kansas City roof!