Signs that it is time to hire a roofing service are usually pretty obvious resources. Which ones are urgent? As humans, we need adequate shelter for our survival. Part of that shelter includes a roof. If you take care of the roof in your home, it will protect your family and yourself from the elements. As with anything, roofs can suffer damage. It is important to check your roof periodically and, if any specific problems are noticed, you should contact a roofing service.
Exterior Signs
Grab a light and a stick to check the exterior of your house’s roof. It is important to call an expert roofing company if, as you walk across the roof you see any curled, warped, missing or rotting tiles. If you notice any rotting or warping, try pushing the stick through the affected area to see how bad it is. If you see that the shingles on your roof are intact, but there is a lot of algae, it’s worth calling in professionals. The growth can eventually damage the roof and eat through the tiles. Also, check out the flashing. See if there are any cracks, dent or settles. This is a sign that you should call in a professional.
Interior Signs
Inspecting only the outside of your house is not enough. You must also inspect the inside of the roof. This includes the ceiling under the roofline. Grab a flashlight and stick to go into the attic. Check the interior of the roofing. If the roof appears to be in bad shape, you will have to fix it. Check for any dark spots. Dark spots on the roof are usually an indicator of leaks and will require repair. Feel dark spots for wetness and push a stick gently through dark spots to check the extent of any damage. It is important to call a roofing contractor if you can see light from outside through the ceiling.
When assessing the roof, if any of these signs are present you should contact an expert roofing company. The experts can assess the extent and discuss with you your options. You may be able only to repair the damaged sections, but, in many cases, a complete new roof is necessary.