Signs your home needs roof repairs

A good roof is a sound investment for any home. As a critical feature of a home, it protects the entire structure of the home and protects those who reside inside the home. Because of its importance, it cannot be neglected for long. Your roof takes a lot of abuse from the weather, extreme temperatures, and objects tossed around in the wind. Most roofs last between 15-20 years before they need to be replaced. Here are a few ways you can tell when your home needs a roof replacement.

1. Your roof has lost its curb appeal - If your roof is looking old and worn when you look at it from the street, it is probably time to call your local roofers. Any discoloration you may notice not only looks unpleasant but also is a sign that your roof needs to be replaced. Dark patches, lighter-colored areas, and dark streaks running down your roof are all less than ideal. Likewise, any mold growth is a cause for concern. Luckily, replacing an old roof is a quick way to increase your home’s value if you are in a hurry to sell.
2. The shingles are deteriorating - You can usually tell your shingle roofing needs to be replaced when you start finding bits and pieces of it in your gutters or yard. They usually appear to look like thick black sand or pebbles.
3. Water damage in your attic or walls - A leaky roof is a disaster waiting to happen. If you have started to notice the interior or exterior walls of your home starting to bubble or wet spots in your attic, call for a roof replacement immediately. Once the water damage has been discovered, it is evidence that roof replacement has been long overdue. A leaky roof should have repairs or replacement services done as soon as possible to prevent the damage from worsening and the repair price from escalating.
4. Increased utility bills - If you have started to notice an increase in your monthly energy bills, a good place to look for the source is on your roof. Your roof is a barrier that helps control the temperature on the inside of your house. Replacing your roof is a good way to save money on these monthly costs and keep you more comfortable.

Our Roofing Contractors Can Determine If You Need a Roof Replacement

If you have started to notice anything mentioned above, it might be time for a roof replacement. Any issues that you may observe can be an indicator of a much larger problem. That is why it is important to have a professional roofing contractor perform an inspection to determine the extent of the problem and if roof replacement is necessary.

Our roofing contractors are more than willing to perform roof inspections as well as gutter, chimney, and attic inspections. Our professionals are thorough during their inspections and can determine if your roof has any problems, if the issues can be fixed with roof repairs and maintenance, and if you require a roof replacement.

We help homeowners all over Burlington, Browns Summit, Chapel Hill, Eden, Elon, Gibsonville, Graham, Greensboro, Hillsborough, Mebane, Oak Ridge, Reidsville, and the surrounding areas protect their homes from the elements. Our quality roof maintenance and repairs give you the safety and peace of mind you need in your home. Give the roofing contractors at All About Roofing Co., LLC a call today and we can determine if your home needs to have a roof replacement.