Extending the service life and performance of your roof is simple–you just need to invest in roof repair promptly when issues pop up. But there will come a time, unfortunately, when this won’t work anymore. Once that becomes the case, a complete replacement is the better and more permanent solution. You’ll know once you spot these warning signs:
Your existing roof has massive leaks. Water infiltration is a common roofing problem. One or two minor leaks can be easily dealt with. But if they already cover multiple areas of your home, and the leak has become more than a drip from the ceiling, this can only mean your current roof has already been compromised. Other indications include:
Mold growth and rot inside the attic.
Holes on your roof that are large enough to let sunlight in.
Water stains and streaks along walls and ceilings.
Your roofing shingles show extensive damage. Curling, splits, buckling and cracks usually mean the shingles are nearing, or have already gone past their lifespan. Another indication is excess granule loss, a sign that the shingles have mostly lost their weather resistance. A roof that can no longer protect your home won’t be doing you any favors, so have it replaced immediately. Howard Roofing & Home Improvements can help you with this. We offer a wide range of quality CertainTeed asphalt shingle roofing systems that can effectively meet your home’s weather protection needs, while helping improve its curb appeal with their unmatched beauty.
Your roof is starting to sag. There are many reasons why this can happen–mostly bad ones. Overlooking proper ventilation, lack of maintenance and going for a roof layover instead of a complete tear-off are just a few of them. Roofing systems sag because their structural integrity has been compromised. If they are not replaced ASAP, they can become a huge safety hazard.
As a CertainTeed® SELECT ShingleMaster® certified company, Howard Roofing & Home Improvements offers only the highest quality asphalt shingle roofs available today. With our incredible selection, we’ll make sure you can keep a sturdier and damage-free home. We proudly serve the areas in and around St. Louis, MO and Belleville, IL. Call us today at (636) 296-1057 or fill out this contact form to schedule your roof consultation.