Do you need a roof repair? Let’s find out!
A damaged or leaky roof can cause significant damage to your entire home. Water seeping in through roof leaks can damage your ceiling, walls, and structural support, as well as your home’s foundation. Mold, mildew, moss, algae, and fungus that grow within damp environments not only can damage your roof, but also cause health issues. It is best to react swiftly to warning signs. Here are 10 signs you need a new roof or repair:
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Water leakage
Among all the roof problems, the most common warning sign is water leakage that usually appears in the attic or in the ceilings of rooms below the attic space.
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Water stains or sagging ceilings
Typically, rainwater accumulates under shingles, making them curl, blister, and crack. Water stains or sagging ceilings in your home should be taken very seriously.
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Loose, broken, or missing shingles
Shingles are usually displaced due to heavy winds and constant rainstorms. If your home has a Cedar Shake Roof, you should check for similar signs of broken, missing, and cracked cedar shakes.
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Wet dark spots
Look for wet dark spots in the wood. However, if the spots appear dry and complex, it may be an old problem that has already been resolved.
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Rusty metal or loose shingles
Rusty metal or loose shingles in places where a vertical side of the house meets the roof also represent an active sign of a roof problem.
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Dark scraps
Dark patches on asphalt shingles indicate the need for a professional roofer to assess for possible damage.
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Large amounts of granules
Granule chunks flowing into the rain gutters indicate that the granular coating on the roof is quickly failing, which may lead to a leaky roof. The granules break down from the asphalt shingles, leaving your roof prone to further expensive damage.
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Damaged flashing
These signs occur when your metal flashing material gets cracked or bent. It typically occurs due to improper installation or the drying and cracking that often happen on older roofs.
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Algae staining and moss
An algae stain is a discolored blemish occurring on your roof. While the algae alone does not necessarily ruin a roof, it often allows moss to grow on it. When moss is removed from the roof, it also washes away the asphalt granules, which shortens the roof’s lifespan.
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Dripping sounds
Have you heard the sound of dripping water in your home? If so, then a professional roofing contractor should be called upon to inspect your roof and attic.
In cases of severe damage from rotting and deterioration, consider investing in a completely new roof.
If you encounter any of these signs, please contact us immediately at 1-888-618-3271 or click here to Request a Free Estimate.
