Page 9 - 3 March ROI List

Do It For: Money New Roof

Estimated Cost for a Putting on a new roof tops the home

Pro Job: $24,931 project list in rate of return. This is a
relatively high-dollar item, but wow —

ROI: 70.7% that 109% ROI sure makes your
bottom line do the happy dance.And

even better: REALTORS® say a new
roof helps them make a sale 32% of
the time.FYI on your roof's ROI:
Naturally, the longer the time span

between your roof replacement and
your home sale, the lower that ROI
becomes. But even if you aren't
thinking of selling right away, if your

roof is in disrepair, a new one is the
wise choice.It improves energy
efficiency (an Energy Star-certified
roof can reduce peak cooling demand

10%-15%); it ups curb appeal; and it
protects you from mold, critters, and
the dreaded water damage.