Is your Orange County composition roof asking for your attention? It can’t call, text, or hit you up on Instagram to let you know it needs attention. So, check out these 5 warning signs. If you see any one of these five signs, it’s time to get your composition roof inspected for repairs or replacement.
Water Stains
This one seems obvious. A composition roof consists of asphalt shingles that keep the outside out. No rain or other moisture should make it past your roof.
If you see water stains on the ceiling, you know that water is coming from somewhere. It’s probably the sky.
Seriously, if a two-story home has water stains on the ceilings upstairs or a one-story home has water-stained ceilings, there is a problem with the roof.
A two-story home with downstairs ceiling water stains may have a plumbing problem.
If you see water stains in the attic, you’ve got a roof leak. The problem may be as simple as sealing the flashing. Maybe you lost a few shingles in the last windstorm.
Water stains on the ceiling clearly indicate you’ve got a water problem and the composition roof is the first suspect.
Your Shingles Should Lay Flat Like This
Curling, Buckling, or Cupped Shingles or Tabs
Composition roof shingles lay flat on your roof. When they don’t it’s a problem.
Buckling happens when moisture gets under the roof, the underlayment wrinkles or moves, or you have poor attic ventilation. The shingles look like they are being pushed up from under the roof.
Curling shingles turn up their edges at the prospect of protecting your home. The curled edges make the middle of the shingle look like it has fallen in on the underlayment. Simple wear and tear cause curling (protecting your home is hard work) and moisture causes curling as well.
Often the composition roof shingles can be removed, and the composition roof repaired.
Bald Spots
Do your asphalt roof shingles look like they are a little bare? If shingles are missing granules or exhibit bare spots, you’ve got trouble on the way.
If moisture hasn’t made it through the damaged or worn shingle yet, it will.
Bald spots on your shingles require attention right away. An experience roofing company like Crank Waterproofing can inspect the roof and determine if the shingles can be replaced or if you need an entirely new roof.
Roof Sags
The ridgeline of your roof should appear straight and strong.
Stand back by the street and look at your roof. If you see sagging, it’s time to call Crank Waterproofing. That roof needs attention fast!
Roof is 20 Years Old
Nothing lasts forever and even the best relationships must come to an end. If your asphalt composition shingle roof is 20 years old or older, its time to give it a retirement party.
Most asphalt shingle roofs last 25 years at the most. If your roof is 20 years old or more, it’s time to stop thinking repair and start thinking replacement.
Orange County Composition Roof Pros
Whether your asphalt shingle roof needs repair or replacement, if its trying to get your attention, it wants you to contact Crank Waterproofing.
People count on Crank when they need a roof to be done right and watertight.
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