Rarely is it obvious to a homeowner that a roof needs to be replaced. Beyond missing shingles, severe storm damage, or water stains on your ceiling, how do know? Some information and guidance from your local roofing technician in Wadsworth, Ohio, can help you make the best decision and avoid serious damage to your home that can result from a neglected roof.
At Total Exterior Systems, our roofing experts suggest starting with an asphalt shingle roof checklist that will help you determine whether your roof can be repaired or should be replaced. Consider the following (without risking injury by climbing on your roof) and contact the Total Exterior team for an expert opinion and a free estimate.
- Are some shingles missing or loose? Sometimes wind can loosen or tear off some shingles that can be repaired, but if you are seeing large areas with missing and/or loose shingles, you will likely need a new roof. At Total Exterior Systems, we usually recommend roof replacement if a roof has significant damage and is more than 10 years old.
- Can you see shingle edges beginning to curl? As shingles age, the layers separate, and the edges will begin to curl up from the backing material. Standing in your yard, if you can count more than 10 or 15 shingles that are curling you should plan to replace your roof right away.
- When was your current roof installed? If your existing roof was installed by a previous owner, you may have been given the installation date or at least the approximate age of the roof. Asphalt shingles generally last 20 to 25 years depending on care and weather factors. If you know the age of your roof is nearing 20 years, it’s time to consider re-roofing.
A closer look at your roof in the Akron and Medina area
A professional inspection by an expert roofing technician from Total Exterior Systems is the best way to protect your home from a leaky roof. If you don’t know the age of your roof, if you believe your roof may be damaged, or if you have noticed granules in your gutters when you are cleaning them out, contact us today.
Our detailed roofing inspection in Wadsworth, Medina, and the Akron area is designed to identify the signs of aging that often are not visible from the ground or obvious to a homeowner. We recommend an annual inspection by a roofing specialist if your roof is more than 10 years old to look for the following:
- Shingles that are curling in the middle and at the edges
- Bare shingles and shingles that are getting thin on granules
- Hail damage, including bruised and cracked shingles
- Damaged flashing around chimneys and pipes and at the valleys in your roofline
- Damage to roof vents and peaks
Don’t wait until you see water stains on your ceiling. Our technicians can address issues before water penetration occurs, make repairs, and advise you as to whether your roof should be replaced.
Call Total Exterior Systems today for a roof inspection and a free estimate on a new roof in Medina and Wadsworth.