Should I Replace My Roof Before Selling?

Deciding to sell your home can come with a laundry list of to-dos before you can even put the house on the market. Tackling those items is important, especially when they can increase the value of your home by thousands or tens of thousands of dollars.

As you consider where to focus your time and money when preparing to sell your home, it can be helpful to focus on structural improvements and opportunities to create a “wow” factor for buyers. A roof replacement can effectively tick both of those items off the list. 

However, like any big decision, there are pros and cons. Let’s consider a few of these variables when replacing your roof or selling the home.

What to Consider Before Replacing Your Roof 

The first thing to consider is the current condition of your roof. How old is it, and what severe weather has it endured? 

To find answers to these questions, it’s a good idea to have a roof inspector evaluate your property before putting the home on the market. Not only will you avoid unwanted surprises during the sale inspection, you’ll also be able to make a more informed decision about whether to replace the roof based on the outcome of that inspection. Sometimes all you may need is a roof repair, rather than a complete replacement.