How do I know if I need a new roof?

The following is a list of signs for asphalt shingle that can indicate if you need a new roof:

•  Blistering

   o Occurs most often when ventilation is inadequate o Can expose fiberglass mat
      and cause granule loss.

   o Can be mistaken for hail damage.

•  Damaged Flashing

•  Buckling

•  Curling of Shingles

•  Algae Growth

•  Missing Shingles
  o Can be caused by improper fastening or exposure to high
    winds.

•  Missing Granules
   o It is normal for a small percentage of granules to be loose, especially after
      recent application.

   o Large amounts of granule loss can indicate defective materials or shingles that 
      have reached the end of their useful life.

   o Can be caused wholly or in part due to storm damage

•  Rotting
   o Caused by absorption of moisture by the mat
   o Common problem with aged organic-based (non-fiberglass) shingles
•  Ceiling Spots
•  Significant wind, hail or other weather damage to portions of the roof.
   o Not always visible from the ground or to the untrained eye.
   o Light bruising from
      hail damage becomes more evident over time and can develop into holes in the
      shingles after exposure to UV rays.

 
The following is a list of signs for cedar shake shingles that can indicate if you need a new roof:
•  Moss/Algae Growth
•  Damaged Flashing
•  Missing Shakes
    o Can be caused by improper fastening or exposure to high winds
•  Splitting
   o Can be caused by water absorption in wood due to aging and/or inconsistent
      materials
   o Can be caused by impacts from hail
   o Weathering and hail impacts can combine to form weather-assisted splits
•  Termite Damage
•  Curling
•  Rotting

Additional Signs:

The following are additional warning signs that might indicate you need a new roof.

• Missing, cracked or curling shingles
• Blistering or peeling paint
• Shingle, sheathing or siding decay
• Leakage in the attic after heavy    rains
• Stains on interior walls or ceilings
• High energy bills

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