Roof Replacement-DIY Or Hire A Professional?

You always have the option to get your roof replaced on your own. But we always recommend that you contact a professional team, as they have the equipment and training to get it done safely. You should think carefully about what you are doing in any case. The main rule of thumb here is to work with the replacement on your own if you have enough expertise and if the situation is minor, but a professional team is best if the process might be more extensive or tough to work with

Replacing on Your Own

Easy repairs should be fine to do on our own! If you begin to notice any slight leaks, you can always make small repairs to your roof. These include spots where water is dripping in a small space.
Replacing individual loose shingles is also fine to do on your own. This can be done if there is just a small patch of shingles that need to be replaced.
Think about how well you understand the roof replacement process. Roof replacements require a lot of material, and while you can always work with this on your own if you have the materials needed, it is typically best for when you are working in a smaller space.
A full inspection of your gutters might be required if you notice roof shingles are shedding their granules (known as granule loss). This would require extra effort and might require you to remove and replace your gutters if necessary.
Replacements work on your own if you have not added any layers to your roof and your roof is also less than fifteen years of age. If you have a homeowners association in your neighborhood, you will also need approval to add a new layer to your roof.

Hiring a Professional

Professional roof replacement employees work best on larger surfaces as well as on steep and complicated roofing surfaces. Professional roofers have all the equipment needed in order to do this safely.

A professional should be contacted if the leaks around a roof are too large, have been going on for too long, or if there are far too many of them scattered around the place.
Contact a professional if you have too many shingles around your roof that need to be replaced. This could be a sign of the shingles being too weak in a few spots and an entire replacement is needed.
A professional team will help you if you are struggling to find the shingles you need for your roof. It is best to get such a team to replace your entire roof if you are unable to find matching shingles that fit on your existing roof if you have a spot to fix up. As an Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, we provide durable Owens Corning shingles, and are able to provide our customers with a 25 year warranty on them.
You should also contact a professional team if there is more than one layer of shingles on your roof. At this point, you would surely need to get your roof completely replaced.

Which Works Best?

The best solution for taking care of your roof will vary based on the intensity of repairs. It is fine to get a replacement task handled on your own if it is rather minor, but it would be better to contact a professional if the task is extensive and might take weeks at a time just to get it finished up right.

Royal Roofing

305 Pine Street suite a, Pleasant Hill

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   Michelle Herman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  We recently had our roof replaced by Royal Roofing and Solar, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. Our sales representative, Ryan Wattenburger, was fantastic to work with. He listened to what we wanted instead of trying to upsell us, and that meant a lot.

On installation day, Tim, the project manager, and Mariano, the crew leader, arrived bright and early and got right to work. The crew did an excellent job on the roof and on installing our skylight. They were efficient, professional, and made sure everything was cleaned up before they left.

Tim stayed afterward to walk me through the completed work, including the details of the skylight installation. He made sure I understood everything and that I was completely satisfied before he left.

I’m very glad we chose Royal Roofing and Solar for this project. They delivered great service from start to finish, and we are extremely pleased with the results.
  
 
 
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   Eric Bethurem 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  I called Royal Roofing on a Sunday morning, by noon sameday Mike Jones was onsite discussing roofing issues.  We were desperately in need of a roof due to a previous contractor's bad job that left several leaks and destroyed the interior of the house. Mike assured us he could get it done ASAP, two days later we were 80% complete and the 3rd day was a 100% complete. Tim Newton project manager was onsite the whole time ensuring everything was completed fast and efficiently while keeping us at ease due to incoming rain.  Want to thank Mike, Tim and the crew for helping us sleep easier and ensuring our property was protected.
  
 
 
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   mark zarda 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  In December they inspected my roof and my insurance denied my claim. In June I filed another claim and was approved my sales rep was Brayden and my project manager was Tim and they came out to the house and went over everything with me and submitted it to my insurance company, and this morning they showed up and a little after noon I have a new roof with gutters coming next week. Great company to do business with and I highly recommend them for your roofing needs.
  
 
 
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   Melessia 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Tim Newton was amazing!  He came to our house on a warranty call within 24 hours of my initial contact.  After thorough inspection and analysis of my concern, he resolved the issue to my satisfaction.  I would 100 percent recommend Royal Roofing and Solar of Pleasant Hill, MO.
  
 
 
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   Chaz Wolfe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  I have done my solar and roofing with Royal and the team has always been awesome. Just had them come out for a repair on a property and it was fast and easy!
  
 
 
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   Sami Teegarden 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  We had a great experience working with this company. Mike and his team were down to Earth, honest, and very easy to work with from start to finish. They got our broken skylight repaired quickly and did quality work at a fair price. We really appreciated their professionalism and would definitely recommend them to anyone needing home repairs.
  
 
 
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   Peasant Anonymous 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  I strongly recommend this company and its team. I live in Trenton, Missouri, so if you are in the area, definitely call them up!

Joe Marquez was completely honest and straightforward with us. He sat down and took the time to figure out a plan to save the neglected roof on our home, which we have owned for less than a year and desperately needed fixed. He gave us a transparent bid with no hidden costs. When an unexpected issue came up, Royal actually absorbed the extra expense. Joe notified us that they couldn't hang traditional gutters because certain sections of the house needed to be replaced, which would have been incredibly costly.

Instead of pushing expensive structural repairs, he upgraded us to a more expensive style of hanging gutters (a $500 to $600 value) at no extra charge. They did everything in their power to honor the original contract.

I also have to commend Tim Newton and his crew, who completed the installation. They were highly professional and solved several issues on the spot. They cut out existing water damage and reinforced two additional rafters protecting our home without adding a single penny to our bill.
They completed the entire job in just one day. The new roof looks beautiful, and they were quite literally a Godsend. I will absolutely be using them for siding and windows when the time comes. If you want a company that actually takes care of you, hire them!
  
 
 
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   Michael Potchad 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Had a leak in my roof.  Ryan Simms came out, gave me honest feedback, didn’t try to sell me anything or do anything not needed.  He is awesome and will do business with him and Royal in the future.  Thanks!
  
 
 
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   Elizabeth Manivong 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Mike and his team at Royal Roofing did an amazing job replacing our roof after the hailstorm this past March. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth and stress-free. They met with our insurance adjuster, explained all of the insurance details in a way that was easy to understand, coordinated the material delivery, completed the installation professionally, and were there through the final inspection.

The communication throughout the project was outstanding. Someone from the team was always available to answer our questions and make sure everything stayed on track. The crew was professional, efficient, and did an excellent job cleaning up when the work was finished.

If you’re looking for a roofing company that is honest, knowledgeable, and truly cares about its customers, I highly recommend Mike and his team. We couldn’t be happier with the results!
  
 
 
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   Brad Brenner 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Ryan and the team at Royal Roofing did an outstanding job replacing the roofs on my 93-year-old mother's home and her adjoining neighbor's home after hail damage.

From the beginning, Ryan was organized, responsive, and easy to work with. At my mother's request, he coordinated everything directly with me while also working seamlessly with both homeowners, the HOA, and the insurance process. Even though I live more than 1,000 miles away, I always felt informed and confident that every detail was being handled professionally. Communication was excellent, and the project moved smoothly from start to finish.

His pricing was fair, his recommendations were practical, and there was never any pressure. Since one home had significantly more insurance coverage than the other, Ryan did an excellent job helping each homeowner understand what was covered, what wasn't, and how to keep costs reasonable. He was always mindful of my mother's budget and helped her make sensible decisions without ever feeling pressured.

What impressed me most was how stress-free Ryan made the entire project. He was wonderful with my elderly mother, taking the worry out of what could have been a difficult experience, while also giving me complete confidence that everything was being handled properly from over 1,000 miles away. The work was completed on schedule, the cleanup was excellent, and he even made sure the outdoor furniture and grill were returned exactly where they belonged before considering the job complete.

Ryan Simms is a true professional—organized, dependable, and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend Ryan and Royal Roofing without hesitation.
  
 
 
  
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