9 Warning Signs You May Have a Problem

If your roof is more than 15 years old and shows any of the following warning signs, you may already have a problem:

Ceiling Spots
Caused by leaks in the roof
Check attic and crawl space for leaks in the deck
Check chimney and vents for cracks in flashing
Check rafters for leaks that "travel" away from original source
Check eaves for water backing up from ice dams
Check roof for damaged shingles
Damaged Flashing
Caused by improper installation (on new roof)
Caused by drying and cracking (on old roof)
Can sometimes be repaired without replacing roof
Missing Shingles
Caused by improper fastening
Caused by exposure to high winds
Can usually be replaced individually
Buckling & Curling
Caused by improperly applied felt (buckling)
Caused by movement in deck (buckling)
Caused by under saturation of asphalt felt (curling)
Blistering
Caused by application over wet deck
Caused by moisture in shingle
Caused by inadequate ventilation
Fungus Growth
Caused by growth of airborne fungi or algae deposited on roof
Appearance problem that does not affect the service life of the roofing material
Missing Granules
Normally a certain number of granules will be loose, especially after application
On aging shingles, indicates need for replacement
Rotting
Caused by absorption of moisture by mat
Common problem with organic-based shingles

 

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