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by zanny 3140 days ago
They are, in most regards. In most places in the US the cost of reroofing a house has doubled or tripled in the last decade.
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Because the industry basically milks the insurance companies, the customer doesn't actually pay (much).
Most reroofing is due to wear and tear - insurance does not cover it.
Insurers have huge negotiating power since they bring a lot of business.