Roofing in Bacolod City

Often worth it: the access equipment is already up, edge details integrate cleanly, and combined pricing beats two separate jobs. If your gutters are under ten years old and sound, keep them — but have the roofer protect them during tear-off and note their condition in writing.

Missing, cracked or slipped tiles/shingles; granules collecting in gutters; daylight visible in the attic; damp patches or staining on top-floor ceilings; sagging roof lines; and moss holding moisture against the surface. Catching these early usually means a repair instead of a replacement.

Two separate ones: a manufacturer warranty on materials (often 20-50 years, sometimes conditional on certified installation) and the contractor's own workmanship warranty (5-10 years is respectable). Get both in writing and understand what voids them — foot traffic, unventilated attics and pressure washing are common exclusions.

Flashing is the metal detailing that seals joints — around chimneys, valleys, vents, skylights and wall junctions. These joints move and collect water flow, so flashing fails long before the main covering. If a roofer proposes reusing old flashing on a full replacement, push back.

Repair when damage is localised — a few slipped tiles, one flashing leak — and the roof is under about two-thirds of its expected life. Replace when leaks recur in different places, more than roughly 30% of the covering is failing, or repair quotes start approaching a third of replacement cost. A good roofer will show you photos from the roof to justify either answer.

Sometimes — an overlay saves tear-off cost but hides deck problems, adds weight, and often shortens the new roof's life and warranty. Many codes and manufacturers limit roofs to two layers. Tear-off costs more upfront and is usually the better long-term decision; get both options priced.

Re-roofing with pre-painted GI sheets typically runs ₱800-₱2,600 per m² for materials plus labour, with labour alone at ₱150-₱500 per m². A full re-roof of a 100 m² home commonly lands at ₱80,000-₱300,000 depending on gauge, insulation and structure.

In the dry months, roughly December to May. Typhoon season (June-November) both causes the damage and makes repair scheduling unreliable — and post-typhoon demand spikes push prices up and quality down. Pre-season inspection is the cheap option.