Hello World! Welcome Friends! The whole idea of having a cozy and safe home is dependent on a properly functioning and faultless roof. Roofing is a cost-sensitive affair and it makes sense to address problems as soon as they appear rather than employing stop gap measures. Delay in replacing a leaky roof, for instance, could lead to bigger and more complex problems further down the line.
Here are some of the signs that tell you that it is time to replace your roof.
Age is a number
Keep in mind that a roof does not have to develop a problem to warrant a replacement. Sometimes a roof reaches the end of its useful age and needs replacement. The life expectancy of a roof is typically pegged at 20-25 years. If the silver anniversary is near, it’s time to replace your roof.
Eye on the Shingles
Any damage or weathering in shingles is a direct hit to your roof’s health. If there is curling of the shingle edges, cupping of shingle tabs or clawing in the middle, cracked or missing shingles, then it is time to replace your roof. Loss of granules due to rain and wind damage can also compromise the shingles by exposing them to elements and eventually leading to a defective roof.
Moss or algae cover
Sections of the roof that don’t receive direct sunlight are quite prone to developing a moss or algae cover. Most of the times, it is a cosmetic issue, however, moist climates could mean that they hold moisture on the surface of the roof. In time, this could cause damage to granules, making the shingles useless. Consider algae-resistant shingles for your new roof.
Gaps in the rafters
Damaged rafters will welcome the rain, wind and sleet. Check your rafters to see if they allow light and also follow water stains. If water stains seem prominent after rains, it is indicative of major leaks, which means a roof replacement might be needed.
Worn and sagging look
A sagging roof means that there are complex and serious structural damages to the roof that could further compromise other elements of your home’s structure. Not to mention that such a roof is clearly a hazard to the lives of the inhabitants.
Be observant and keep a watch out for these signs of warning so that you have ample time to replace your roof before the situation worsens. It is always cost-efficient to carry out repairs and replacement earlier rather than later.
Teach yourself to check for these hints:
- finding granules in the gutter
- exposed nails through shingle boards
- drilled holes in shingles left over from earlier fixtures
- missing shingles
- leakage and water stains
An ideal and natural roofing solution could be slate roofing that comes with a guaranteed long life. Regular inspection could help you avoid replacing a roof and do the job with spot repairs but remain vigilant of the signals. Whenever in doubt, do not hesitate to call in the experts to identify if your roof needs replacement.
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