The worst way to repair a roof is waiting for leaks to occur. Considering that reactive maintenance isn’t real maintenance, here’s how you can tell when your roof needs fixing:
You Can’t Remember Its Last Professional Checkup
Experienced roofing repair contractors, including Krech Exteriors, attest that routine inspection matters. Your roof needs to regularly see a professional to remain in good condition. If you can’t recall when was the last time you had it checked professionally, it’s probably time to schedule a complete assessment.
You Have a Gutter That Could Fall at Anytime
If one of your gutters is threatening to pull away from your home, it’s a sign that you need to call in a qualified roofer. When it’s not fixed to its place, it won’t catch rain and snowmelt effectively. The water will go to places it shouldn’t be able reach, including fascia boards and soffits, and damage anything in its path.
You See Parts of Your Roof on the Ground
Do you see roofing materials littering your yard after a storm? These scattered shingles, shakes or tiles are victims of wind uplift. You ought to replace them immediately to help protect the underlying sheathing from the elements.
You Notice That a Section Is Sagging
An isolated sagging roof is both bad and good news. It’s bad because it’s a clear structural concern, but it’s also good because it doesn’t merit a replacement project – yet. Don’t put off the repair because it could progress in no time.
You See Sunshine Through Roof Boards
Does the sun peek into your attic? It’s solid evidence that there’s a break in your roofing system. You’re lucky if it hasn’t allowed water in, but leakage is a certainty the next time it rains or snows.
Entrust your preventive roof maintenance needs to Krech Exteriors. We’re adept at different roofing solutions, including asphalt shingles, clay tiles and wood shakes. Call us at (651) 968-8888 to schedule your in-home consultation, and get a FREE estimate. We serve clients in St. Paul, Minneapolis and nearby areas.
