How Do I Know if I Need a New Roof?
Most homeowners never look at their roof until it starts to leak. To assist you in determining the condition of your roof and to assess the likelihood of a future leak here are some common warning signs to look out for:
Exterior Roof Inspection
* Blistered, curled or split shingles
* Broken, loose or missing shingles
* Exposed nails which can lead to leaks in your roof as the water seeps around the head of the exposed nail(s)
* Dark patches on asphalt shingles and/or missing granules
* Sagging either on the ridges or in the center of the roof
* Rusty metal (flashing) or loose shingles in locations where a vertical side of the house meets the roof
Interior Inspection
You may be easily able to locate current leaks, however there are other less obvious warning signs to look for in order to avoid future costly and avoidable repair. These problems can be found while inspecting your roof from the attic and include:
* Sagging decking between the roof rafters
* Signs of leaking are dark spots in the wood, especially around vents, chimneys
* Stained drywall/ceiling tiles if your attic is finished
* If you find a dark spot on your wood, test it to determine if it is old or a new problem. If the spot is still wet, or if it is soft when you press a screwdriver to it, the spot is a current problem. If it is dry and hard, the problem has already been taken care of and you probably do not need to worry about it
* Signs of water damage or leaking (usually in the form of water stains, or sagging ceilings) this could be from either an active leak in the roof or from collected condensation caused by poor ventilation
What Should I Do If My Roof is in Need of Repair?
Trust Home Improvements, LLC recommends addressing roofing issues in a timely manner in order to minimize subsequent costly and avoidable larger scale repairs. Typically small leaks or loose shingles can be repaired without the expense of a new roof. Depending on the age of your roof or the size of the repair the most cost effective solution may be to install a new roof.
If you would like Trust Home Improvements, LLC to assist in determining the condition of your roof please give call us today or fill out our 'Request an Estimate' form to schedule a free roof inspection.
