How to know if your home need to replace your Roof

There are some specific things that contribute to the wear and tear of your roof, like severe weather, extreme temperatures and old age. A damaged roof can cause leaks, decrease your home's value or even collapse. Regular inspections will prevent minor issues from turning into major ones and can prevent you from prematurely investing in a new roof.

At US ROOFING Contractors located in Augusta-Georgia, Grovetown, North Augusta and Martinez,   we give you some tips to know if it’s time to replace your Roof or if you just need to make some repairs:

1. Exterior Roof check:

- Look for Damage: Major damage to roofing materials should be fairly obvious. Shingles will split, crack and warp if they get too old, while tile will break if it has been damaged by hail. If your roof is older and there is visible damage, it is far easier to tell if you need a new roof.

- Look for Moisture Problems: Mold and other moisture-related problems could wreak just as much damage outside as in. A bad shingle can allow moisture to sit instead of shedding it down the roof. Keep in mind that water will flow down, so you may have to track the problem higher up.

- Shingle Granules: As your shingles age they will shed more and more granules. If they are getting too old, you will likely find excessive amounts of granules in your gutters. Having bits of the roof in your gutters a sure-fire way to tell if you need a new roof sooner rather than later.

- Look for Wear: Roofing materials around chimneys and vents can wear over time, so keep an eye out for any issues here.

- Check Your Drainage: Your gutters and downspouts are an important component of your home and should be cleaned a few times a year. Check to make sure they are securely attached, and that water is flowing where it should be.

2. Interior Roof check:

- Light shining in from outside: This is the easiest problem to discover. Any light shining in through your roof from outside is an issue that should be addressed immediately. If the light is getting through, so is moisture.

- Sagging Areas: If there is a sag in your roof this will be one of the easier ways to tell if you need a new roof. Sagging is a definite indication of structural issues. Something has given way, either due to external pressure from outside or from moisture damage to the wood that makes up your roof.

- Dark Spots or Trails: Dark areas and trails are an indication that moisture is penetrating your roof somewhere and probably creating mold in the process. Moisture will eventually cause real problems, both with your roof and with the interior of your home.

- Leaks or Water Damage: If you see a leak or visible water damage it is time to call an Augusta roofing contractor. Water causes damage, and it is important to patch any leaks as soon as possible. 

At US ROOFING Contractors Augusta-Georgia our commitment is to make you and your family feel safe!

If you are in need of roofing or siding installation, roofing, siding or gutter services in the Augusta-Georgia, Grovetown, North Augusta and Martinez areas, please Call Us: (855) 877-6631 and visit us at  www.augustaroof.com for a free estimate.