Roofing Advisor™
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Ask our AI roofing advisor questions about your project, pricing, and more.
“Should I repair or reroof?”
“What does tile relay mean?”
“How long will my roof last in Orange County?”
“What causes roof leaks?”
“Can I add solar to my roof?”
What Our Roofing Advisor Can Help You With
Roof Leaks
Immediate steps for water intrusion.
- What to do before the next rain
- Temporary containment measures
- Repair vs. replacement decisions
Repair vs Reroof
Is patching still a safe option?
- Assessing roof age & condition
- Identifying underlayment failure
- Patching vs. long-term reliability
Tile Relay Specialist
Keep your tiles, replace the paper.
- Tiles last decades; paper fails sooner
- Fixing slipping tiles & dry rot
- Full reroof when tiles are damaged
Flat Roof Systems
Solutions for ponding water.
- Solving ponding and drainage issues
- Torch-down vs. TPO comparisons
- Lifespan and maintenance needs
Solar Integration
Don't put new solar on an old roof.
- When to reroof before solar
- Integrated roofing + solar systems
- Avoiding removal/reinstall costs
Insurance & Warranty
Coverage for wind, storm, and age.
- Wind uplift & storm intrusion
- What is typically not covered
- Golden Pledge 50-year warranty
Warranty Questions
GAF Master Elite certified
Golden Pledge 50-Year Material + 25-Year Workmanship Warranty
Only Through Master Elite Contractors
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Most Southern California shingle roofs last 20–30 years, depending on material quality, attic ventilation, and sun exposure.
If leaks are isolated, repairs may be fine. If the roof is older or deteriorated in multiple areas, reroofing is more reliable.
Insurance may cover sudden wind or storm intrusion, but generally does not cover leaks caused by age or maintenance issues.
Costs vary, but small repairs range from $350–$2,500, depending on location, access, and materials.
A tile relay removes tiles, replaces the underlayment, fixes dry rot or flashings, and reinstalls tiles. Tiles are reusable; underlayment is not.
Yes — if your roof is near end-of-life, reroof first to avoid solar removal and reinstallation later.
Tile underlayment typically lasts 20–30 years in Southern California.
Common leak sources include chimney flashing, skylights, valleys, wall transitions, broken tiles, lifted shingles, and deteriorated underlayment.
Yes — but tiles must be removed, flashed, and reinstalled properly to avoid long-term intrusion issues.
GAF’s Golden Pledge Warranty offers 50-year material and 25-year workmanship protection, exclusive to Master Elite contractors.