Signs You Need a New Roof This Summer

Roof replacement is probably one of the most valuable home improvements. If your roof has suffered severe damage, it’s in your best interest to work on replacing it as soon as possible.

Delaying roof replacement can cause structural damage to your house, and you will end up having to pay for a lot of renovations and repairs. Take a look at some tell-tale signs that you need a new roof.

Missing Shingles

If you notice that there are many missing shingles on your roof, it might mean severe damage. Even if the remaining ones seem like they are in position, a multitude of missing shingles can be a sign that your entire roof is now unstable. Missing shingles are also an indication that some water might have made it into your roof and damaged the insulation below.

If you notice shingles around the roof valley and you’re unsure of the extent of damage, it’s best to call roof replacement specialists. They will take a look at your roof and give you a conclusive report on whether or not you need a new roof.

Blisters

On the list of signs that you need a new roof, blisters qualify to be right at the top. These will appear as small to mid-sized areas on your shingles where granules are missing. In most cases, blisters might resemble hail damage but they are way more serious than that. Blisters occur when water vapor and gasses become trapped between roofing elements. When these gasses expand, they put pressure on the roofing elements and cause blisters. Shingle blisters can cause roof leaks. Therefore, once you notice them, it’s time to get a new roof.

Sagging Flat Roofs

Your roof is exposed to extreme weather conditions, and that can impact its structural integrity over time. Sometimes you might notice that the boards can start to buckle under the weight of the water when it rains. This can be a sign of significant water damage, which can cause the roof to sag, which can affect your home’s interior. Such a situation creates very unsafe conditions, meaning you will have to see that the roof is replaced as soon as possible.

Daylight Filtering Through the Roof Boards

When assessing the roof from the interior of your house, if you notice any spaces where the summer sun is filtering through the roof boards, it will be time to replace the roof. That’s a sign of excessive roof damage, and you must consult a professional roofing company right away.

Deteriorated Flashing

If you notice any areas with exposed flashing on your roof (such as around the chimney), it might be a sign of trouble. This is a serious situation that needs emergency attention. This is especially true if you also notice leakage or water stains around the same areas. Depending on how long this has been going on, it might be possible that you will be facing a structural roofing issue. Moisture can cause rot, which makes your roof weak and unsafe.

Shingle Curling

Roof shingles are supposed to stay flat. The moment you start noticing curled shingles, it will be a sign that there is some serious deterioration. When you observe shingle curling, it’s an early indication that your roof is either already leaking or prone to leaking soon. Whichever the case is, you will need to deal with it instantly and get a new roof.

It’s important to note that patching will not save you from replacing your roof. Apart from resulting in an unappealing home exterior, you might end up causing extensive damage to the rest of your home when the roof starts leaking.

Moss, Mold, or Rot

Apart from bad aesthetics, anything growing on the roof of your home is a sure sign that you need a replacement. Moss spreads quickly, retaining moisture and causing further damage to your roof. By the time you notice it, the problem will likely have spread all over your roof.

Not only does mold mean serious roofing problems but it can also mean health issues for you and your family. You should do away with the old roof as soon as you can.

Your roof is an essential part of your home, and it’s important to have it replaced when you notice significant damage. If you’re in need of a roof replacement, contact your local roofers at Style Roofing today.

Customer Testimonials

Thank you for doing a very good job, in a timely way and for leaving the site in a very good condition.

Eleanor Fusaro

Dear Mr. Rafferty- I am very pleased with the roofing work you recently did on my home. Our company does outstanding work at a fair price, and my wife and I found Javier and your crew courteous, professional, hard-working and excellent craftsmen. I have taken the liberty of recommending Style Roofing to several of my […]

Scott A. K.

Dear Mr. Rafferty- My husband joins me in thanking you for completing the job of replacing our roof with speed, efficiency and professionalism. As I explained to you on the phone, we had difficulty finding a company even willing to provide us with an estimate. In today’s world there are few services offered with the […]

Susan and Arthur A.

Thank you for the speed at which you were able to schedule the work to be done, as well as the efficiency in actually replacing the roof! It looks great and your presence was barely detected!

Andrew R.

My wife and I were very impressed with the quality and timeliness of your work. Your work crew showed when they said they would, did the job in short order and to a high standard, and then cleaned up after they left. I would highly recommend your company to anyone who asks me. You all […]

John and Elizabeth W.

Dear Mr. Rafferty- The roof looks great, you are to be commended on the professional process and appearance. The crew did a fine job of cleaning up as there was no debris left lying around. The roof went up extremely fast, the crew began around 7:00 AM removing the existing roof and by 1:00 PM […]

Bryan & Evelyn R.

Thank you for a wonderful job. You were fast and efficient. It looks great!

Glennie R.

Dear Mr. Rafferty- As I said on the phone, we are extremely pleased with the job. The work was performed in a professional manner, the roof and trim look great, the job site was left cleaner than when you found it, and, of course, the roof doesn’t leak. Please feel free to use us as […]

James and Anne Marie Sh.

Dear Bill- Thank you so much for the excellent job you did on the roof etc. I think my neighbors are enjoying the change in scenery more than I am. Happy Holiday Season!

Audrey J.

We are so happy with the new roof!! Thanks for adding the finishing touches – turbine painted and antenna removed. Those finishing touches mean a lot!

Kelly R.

I wish to thank you for a good job on replacing our shingles and fixing the roof. The men were fast and knew exactly what to do. The clean up was also good. Thanks again for a very sufficient and good job, it’s appreciated.

The Finchams

Dear Bill- Just a note to thank you, your crew and Style Roofing for the outstanding job done on our new roof. Everything was excellent, from removal, replacement and most of all the clean up of debris. The speed and professionalism of your crew needs to be commended to the highest degree. I would have […]

Ann S.

Dear Mr. Rafferty- On behalf of the Board of Directors, volunteers, and families of Fauquier Habitat for Humanity, I would like to thank you for providing your services to install shingles at lot 14 in Botha Village. With the assistance of volunteers and contributors like you, Habitat is succeeding in its efforts to provide housing […]

Jack Flikeid, Executive Director

Dear Mr. Rafferty- We want to thank you for the excellent job you did no the roofing of the three condominium units. The work was done quickly and professionally. The type of material you recommended looks great.

Bill W.

Dear Mr. Rafferty- Thank you very much for your superior service to us regarding our new roof. It was truly a pleasure to be served by excellence! Above and beyond!

Margi G.

Bill- Excellent work. Please give your crew my compliments for a job well done. They were extremely efficient, completing the roof quickly, cleaning up and moving on as unobtrusively as they arrived. Both days your crew cleaned all debris from their work extremely well, including removing materials unavoidably trapped by trees in the back yard. […]

James

Bill- Thank you and your staff for doing such a wonderful job on our roof. We are very pleased with the quality of your work – it looks great!

Thank you, the Sanfords

I wanted to write to tell you how much we enjoyed working with your company. All the work was excellent quality, you were very responsive and the crews were very nice people. The clean up was great. If we can ever be a reference for you please feel free to give our names and number.

Jacky and Steve M.

I want to thank you for the excellent work that you did on my house and the other two townhouses that you re-roofed in my neighborhood. Your work is very impressive. You finished three roofs in one day! That is really remarkable and very much to your credit. Clearly you know how to manage projects! […]

Mary R.

Thanks again for the great service & quick turn around. We’re very happy to have the new roof before all the spring rain. You’re welcome to add us to your reference list.

Wendy

We are so pleased with our new and much improved roof! We would like to thank you for the outstanding job and your impeccable craftsmanship. We will happily refer your company to friends and neighbors. Here’s to your continued success!

Robin and Michael