8 Signs Your Roof May Need Replacing
There are a variety of reasons why you may need a roof replacement. Here are the top eight reasons why you may need a roof replacement.
8 Eight Signs Your Roof May Need Replacing
- Leakage in attic after wind-driven rain
Possible Cause: Leaky or inadequate shingle underlayment or deteriorated flashing
- Leakage in attic after ice build-up
Possible Cause: Inadequate shingle underlayment allows water from ice dams to leak into the attic
- Blistering and/or peeling of interior and/or exterior paint
Possible Cause: Excessive temperature or high humidity due to poor attic ventilation
- Stains on interior ceilings and walls or mold and mildew growth
Possible Cause: Inadequate or faulty shingle underlayment allowing leakage or inadequate ventilation
- Exterior decay, sheathing and/or siding
Possible Cause: Poor attic ventilation
- Missing, cracked or curled shingles
Possible Cause: Shingles have reached the end of their useful life
- Dark, “dirty-looking” areas on your roof
Possible Cause: Loss of granules due to age of shingles
- Excessive energy costs
Possible Cause: Insufficient attic ventilation causes heating/cooling system to run excessively.