Regardless of the age of your roof, you may be dealing with common roofing problems. When was the last time you checked your roof? Not only does your roof protect your home, it also protects your family. However, many factors can bring problems that you may not be aware of. We recommend that you have your roof inspected annually in order to avoid such issues. You may be surprised by what you find!
Keep reading to find out what these common roofing problems are:
Leaky Roof
The most common roofing problem most homeowners face are roof leaks. Many issues can be at fault here, such as broken shingles or damage caused by weather or fallen tree branches. If you are dealing with a leaky roof, we suggest checking your attic first. Look for water or mold, which are tell-tale signs that your roof has a leak.
Missing or Damaged Shingles
Depending on how old your roof is, your shingles may begin falling or tearing off, which can be expected if your roof is especially old. Additionally, natural elements, like the weather, can pose as a factor of having missing or damaged shingles. These are easy to be replaced, but we also recommend contacting a professional because any maintenance done on a roof can be dangerous for those that do not have the experience needed.
Damaged Flashing
Flashing is the material used to protect the creases around chimneys and other fixtures like skylights. The material is usually made of plastic or sheet metal, but can become damaged or cracked from moisture and extreme weather. If you suspect that your flashing is damaged, it is also recommended to contact a roofing expert to professionally inspect and/or repair the damage.
Clogged Downspouts
If your downspouts are clogging, there is a chance that the granules on your shingles are beginning to fall off, which is a direct result of your roof shingles becoming weak, and possibly cracking. If this is the case, then most likely you need to replace your shingles.
Standing Water
Standing water in your gutters will quickly turn into mold or mildew, which will deteriorate your roofing materials, thus causing roofing problems. It is important to keep your gutters clear of debris in order to avoid this issue, so check them regularly or consider installing gutter guards, which will block debris from clogging them..
Inclement Weather
If you live where ice and snow occur yearly, then you must know that your roof will not last as long as roofs in areas that don’t. During the winter months, roofing problems tend to happen more. That’s because, when water freezes, it expands and pushes against the shingles, which leaves an opening that lets even more water in. By the time warm weather comes along, you have so many roofing problems. Since we cannot control the weather around us, preventing this type of damage can be difficult, if not impossible. However, you can have a professional check your roof annually in order to avoid further damages.
Tree Damage
Another common roof problem people face is from fallen trees and /or branches. You can avoid this by keeping your tree branches trimmed when they are near your roof. If there are damages and you are in need of roof repair, contact a professional roofing contractor to help with your needs.
Damaged Roofing Materials
If your roofing materials are damaged, whether its shingles, sealants, nails, or other items, roofing problems can occur. Having regular roof inspections can deter this from happening as a professional roofer will be able to assess if anything should be replaced or repaired.
It’s important to stay aware of these common roofing problems that may affect your roof. It’s important to maintain the quality of your roof by having it annually inspected by a trusted professional roof contractor so they can conduct necessary roof repair.
If you would like more information about roofing, visit Roof Advance. Contact us for a free estimate and let us take care of all your roofing needs.
