How do you know when it's time for a new roof?
Hiring a highly skilled qualified roofing contractor to provide you with a detailed Roof Inspection. A Roof Inspection is the best way to gain insight about your roof and the amount of life that it has left in it. But if you're like a lot of homeowners in Central Oregon and prefer a more proactive approach when it comes to your roof, here's a list of warning signs to watch for. see these signs could indicate your roof is at the end of its lifespan.
the following warning signs of a failing roof are brought to you by Gibs Roofing.
Granule loss
Roofing shingles use Granules to provide UV protection from the sun, without that protection in place shingle deterioration and failure occur. Ventilation issues, hail damage or product failure are among the leading culprits causing Granule loss, but when Granules loss occurs it's a sure sign that it's time to Schedule appointment today for a full Roof Replacement
Loss of Shingles
High winds can damage shingles causing loss of tabs and or entire shingles to be ripped from the roof. Immediate repairs are recommended to avoid further damage.
Damaged Shingles
New Shingles are pliable, flexible and easy to work with. Over the years this flexibility is lost. shingles that have become hard and rigid are at the end of their life span. If the shingles on your roof have become rigid hard or crumbly, schedule an appointment with Gibs Roofing immediately for a roof replacement estimate
Ventilation issues
Damaged from improperly installed ventilation causes dysfunctional Airflow. Lack of ventilation can cause moisture to sit stagnant with no way to escape. Trapped moisture becomes a breeding ground for mold, mildew and rot. In general these can be some of the most costly repairs especially if the damage structural repairs
Shingle Saturation
Low pitch roof and lack of sunlight plus pine needles and snow can hold moisture for months, even years in some cases. That's why Gibs Roofing highly recommends implementing a regularly scheduled Roof Maintenance routine. A simple roof cleaning that removes the vegetative debris could make a huge difference towards extending the life of your roof.
Don't let small problems become big problems
If your roof or the roof of someone you know has experienced any of these signs, don't wait till it's too late. call your trusted professional contractor at Gibs Roofing today.