When is it time to replace your roof?
Our professionals know how to spot hidden damage and can easily tell if a roof must be replaced. Luckily there are a few warning signs to help you determine if you need immediate assistance.
- AGING: If your roof is close to the age of a legal adult, it’s probably time to replace it. With normal wear and tear, the average live expectancy of a rooftop in Indiana is 15 to 17 years. This area of the Midwest tends to get strong winds and hail meaning that you could be due for a replacement sooner rather than later.
- CURLING SHINGLES: Curling shingles could indicate a more serious problem and you should contact us right away. When the edges of the shingles start bending upwards, this called cupping; when the middle portion of the shingle starts to rise above the rest, this is referred to as clawing. Whether the shingles are cupping or clawing, once it starts you have less than a year to get it replaced before serious leaks seep into your home.
- SAGGING ROOF: Signs of a sagging roof mean your home is headed for big trouble! The process of a roof collapse affects the entire house and occurs over a long period of time. Signs of sagging should be taken seriously and dealt with as quickly as possible. If you notice anything like cracks in exterior masonry, ceilings, or interior walls, then you should seek immediate assistance. It’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to the structural integrity of your home.
- STORM DAMAGE: Nature can do a number on your roof. Pelting hail, heavy snow, and ice, even rain and windstorms all cause serious damage. Common problems to rooftops include missing shingles and hail dents. While some of this damage is clearly visible, the hidden damage will lead to roof leaks and more issues. You may think you only need roof repair, but hidden damage may mean you need a full replacement. And the work may cost you nothing out-of-pocket! If you suspect your roof sustained damages in a storm, then call us today for a free inspection. Better to be safe than sorry.
