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Time To Replace Your Roof?
Posted at 6:07 PM, Mar. 29, 2006
It
is a good idea to check your roof for damage a couple of times a
year. Good times are in the fall, especially after a hot
summer, for sun damage, and then again in the spring. This
will help you find any problems early, before the leaking
starts. Use binoculars to check for damage
If you have
asphalt shingles, look for a roof surface that is not smooth and check
to see if the edges of the shingles are warped or coming up. Check for
crooked shingles. Look for shingles that may have been loosened by the
wind or are missing altogether. Bumps can indicate that the roofing
nails below have become loose. Look for bald spots.
With wood shingles, check for broken and split shingles and for spots where nails have become loose or rusted.
With tile or slate, individual tiles can chip and break and will need to be replaced.
Check for broken seals along the flashing's edges and for rust spots in the metal, especially around chimneys or A/C units.
Check rafters and the underside of the roof for dark wet spots. These are signs of rot and will need to be replaced.
Need help finding a local roofer to do an inspection? Please e-mail me for a list of local roofers.
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