An inevitable part of home ownership is the upkeep of your property and the replacement of components of your home that need to be replaced. Roofs tend to have a long life but will need to be replaced at some point.
Here are some signs that your roof has reached the end of its lifespan.
Do you know the age of your roof?
It’s incredibly important to be aware of the age of your roof and plan to replace it when it’s reached the end of its projected lifespan. Most homeowners don’t realize that parts of the structure of their house have expiration dates, just like the food in their refrigerator.
However, just like the furnace, dishwasher, and siding, roofs have a lifespan, after which they need to be replaced. And just like expired milk, a roof that has exceed its lifespan is a risk to the well-being of your household.
Top Floor Water Damage
Nothing is more dreadful to find in your home than the sudden appearance of water damage in your home. When you begin to see water damage coming from the ceiling of the top floor, or the floor directly beneath your roof, it is a sure sign that your roof needs repaired or replaced.
Water damage from an outdated and leaky roof can become a costly problem, potentially creating thousands of dollars of damage if the problem is not addressed as soon as possible.
Curling, Cracking, or Buckling Shingles
A diligent homeowner should check over their home for issues regularly. If you notice curling, cracking, or buckling shingles it’s a surefire sign that your roof has reached the end of its lifespan. Shingles should be flat, intact, and lying flush with the roof to adequately deflect water off the roof.
Missing Shingles, Flashing, or Fascia
Any bald spot on the roof where shingles are missing, you can see flashing or exposed fascia, is a sign that the roof of your home needs to be replaced. Especially if the bald spot on your roof isn’t from known damage like a storm or fallen tree.
Any exposed area on your roof is a ceiling leak waiting to happen and needs to be addressed immediately to avoid further damage to your home.
Increase in Heating and Cooling Bills
Sometimes the signs that your roof needs to be replaced aren’t as obvious as missing shingles and water damage on the ceilings of your home. A more subtle sign that your roof has outlived its effectiveness is an increase in your heating and cooling bills.
If you’ve been stumped by the increases in your utility bills but are unable to detect a reason, it’s most likely coming from a badly insulated and outdated roof.
Noticing these signs? Here’s what to do next.
So, you’ve noticed some of these signs around your house? Don’t panic, it’s just time to replace your roof, something all homeowners must face at some point during the life of their house. Nevertheless, all of these signs need to be taken seriously and the longer you put off replacing your roof, or other home improvement projects the more damage will be done to the rest of your home.
The most important thing you can do is call a trusted roofing company and get someone out to inspect your roof as soon as possible. This is where Excel Home Improvement in Romulus can help. Our roofing experts will inspect the exterior of your home and help you decide if roof replacement is necessary. We will completely remove your existing roof and replace it with industry leading materials backed with a lifetime warranty on shingles!
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