For Florida homeowners, any roof older than twenty years should probably be replaced before listing the property for sale. Potential buyers tend to look for properties with new roofs. The roof needs to be in safe, secure and like-new condition to secure a home insurance policy and bank financing. Older roofing systems are the leading deal breaker when it comes to closing on a home sale. Well-maintained roofs typically last for upwards of thirty years. However, a poor installation or sub-par quality of materials can lead to the need for premature replacement. There is also the very real possibility of storm damage.

In Florida, homeowners are required to get a permit prior to replacing the roof. Failure to secure a permit can result in fines from the local government. Plus, the roof won’t be covered by insurance or pass a home inspection. If more than twenty-five percent of the roof is damaged and the roof was not properly permitted, the entire roof will need to be re-roofed or replaced. For a 1,500 square-foot home, the materials can cost anywhere from six to fourteen thousand dollars. For clay tiles, the cost rises to a range of eighteen to forty thousand dollars. In Jacksonville the constant threat of hurricanes necessitates roofs that can hold up to heavy rain and strong gusts of wind. Specialized installation processes, stronger materials and higher wind load ratings are essential and add to the overall investment.

Homeowners who prefer not to spend significant money on a new roof right when they are preparing to sell find a straightforward solution with cash home buyers. Obi Buys provides cash offers on homes in all conditions. Give Obi Buys a call at 904-593-4699 or complete the easy on-line form to receive a fair cash offer within twenty-four hours. There is no obligation, no hassle and no hidden fees.