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10 Signs You May Need a New Roof

 

It can be difficult to know when to call your roofing contractor concerning the current condition of your roof, especially if you don’t know what to look for. Your shingle roof should last up to 20 years when maintained properly. There are many components that can lead to a roof replacement:

1. Storm Damage

Storms with high pressured winds can break and blow dead tree limbs onto your roof, causing a number of problems to arise, such as damaged or missing shingles or roof leaks from the heavy rain. This type of storm damage to your roof can result in a shingle roof replacement.

2. Concealed Decking is Weakened from Moisture

If it feels spongy in certain areas of your roof, this may be a sign that moisture is leaking into insulation and decking. Check your attic for daylight that could be showing through.

 

3. Damaged Flashing

Materials around pipes or your chimney should not be loose or missing as this is a sign of advanced wear or heavy storm damage that should be fixed immediately.

4. Algae is Growing

Another sign of water damage can be that algae, moss, and lichen are growing on your roof.

5. Excessive Granule Loss from Shingles

Shingles will lose their granules over time, but if you find that a substantial amount are missing, are in the gutters or on the ground, it may be time for a shingle roof replacement.

6. Bald Roof & Missing Shingles

There should not be large patches of missing shingles on your roof. If you see a large number of bare or missing shingles, a shingle roof replacement will be the most efficient outcome.

7. Cracked & Curled Shingles

Damaged shingles can become very problematic and can bring about a variety of issues. Leaks can develop from cracked shingles and curled shingles can easily tear off in strong winds.

8. Drooping Areas

If parts of your roof are sagging, this could be a sign of excessive water damage or that the wood supporting your roof is rotting.

9. Your Roof is More than 20 Years Old

Just like everything else, your roof will deteriorate with age. Instead of paying for extensive repair, a roof replacement will end up being more cost effective over time.

10. Your Neighbors Are All Getting Roof Replacements

Houses that are next to each other were usually built in the same era, and roof replacement will need to come around the same time as well.

Connect with a trustworthy Birmingham roofing contractor such as Yellowhammer Roofing to receive a free estimate for your shingle roof replacement.

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