Many property owners, homeowner associations, and 55+ communities are asking whether roof rejuvenation products are a smart alternative to full replacement. With commercials and marketing promising years of added roof life, it’s natural to wonder if this option could save money.
At the National Roof Certification and Inspection Association (NRCIA), our role is to provide unbiased guidance. NRCIA does not test or endorse rejuvenation products. Instead, we rely on the collective expertise of our certified inspectors and more than 30 years of case studies.
What Roof Rejuvenation Products Do
These treatments are designed to restore pliability in asphalt shingles, helping them resist brittleness as they age. In select cases, they may help a roof continue functioning until its expected lifespan is met.
Key Considerations Before Using Rejuvenation
Shingle Type and Life Expectancy
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3-Tab: ~15 -20 years
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Dimensional: ~25–30 years
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High-Definition/Luxury: ~30–35 years
Warranties Are Limited
Rejuvenation warranties usually last 5 years and focus only on shingle flexibility—not on preventing roof leaks.
Cost vs. Value
NRCIA field data shows that, in many cases, the money spent on rejuvenation can instead be invested in repairs and a LeakFREE® Roof Certification, which actually protects against leaks.
The NRCIA Approach: Inspect, Repair & Certify™
Our recommendation is always to start with a professional inspection. Out of most recent 6,460 roof inspections conducted nationwide, over 66% of roofs either qualify or can be repaired to qualify for a LeakFREE® Roof Certification. This certification provides assurance against leaks—something rejuvenation products generally do not offer. This data is slightly skewed as more than 19% of the remaining portion did not have a qualifying inspection performed, basically meaning that the 19.1% of inspections can be disregarded as these inspections were performed to see if the roof was in serviceable condition to receive solar, were installed according to manufacture specifications and local building codes or to determine the proximate cause of loss as it relates to an insurance claim to name a few.
Bottom Line
Roof rejuvenation may be an option in limited circumstances, but it should not replace proper inspection, repair, and certification. Deferring a replacement for too long often increases long-term costs.
If you’re considering this option for your community, schedule a certified NRCIA inspection first to establish the true condition of your roof system. Find a certified inspector near you through our Member Directory.
Today’s Inspection… Tomorrow’s Protection®