For many homeowners in Littleton, CO, an asphalt shingle roof is the best go-to roofing material for all their needs. With an asphalt shingle roof, homeowners conveniently have 25-30 years of excellent roofing, especially if they're using top-notch material from dependable manufacturers. However, some asphalt shingle roofs are undeniably manufactured too well that the homeowner has a roof has aged beyond 30 years.
On the other hand, this can be more of a bane than a boon. Long-term roofing materials living and performing well beyond their estimated lifespan are not isolated situations. However, their unpredictability makes them a considerable danger for Littleton, CO homeowner complacency. In doing so, they refuse to replace the roof, putting their property at a high risk of water damages.
As experienced Littleton, CO roofers, we highly advise using the additional time your asphalt shingle roof afforded you to save up for higher-grade roofing material, such as slate tiles or metal roofing tiles. If not, you can always save up for the same asphalt shingle roof, which can afford you another 25-30 years. The best reason to replace your roof when possible: you can estimate their lifespan and plan your savings accordingly.
American Dream Restoration has a great article that shows you 14 different ways to know if you need to replace your roof. Read more about it below.
1) Daylight Through The Roof Boards
Before you turn your flashlight on, see if you can identify any streams of light coming through cracks or holes in your roof. If you do spot any light coming through your roof, repair or replace your roof immediately. If light is getting through your roof, then water is getting through your roof.
2) Dark Streaks & Stains
This one is also extremely easy to identify. If you see dark stains or dark streaks on the underside of your roof or running down the walls from the base of your roof, then you’re roof is likely leaking and moisture is damaging both your roof, as well as your home’s interior structure.
3) Sagging Areas
In the same way that water will make a piece of cardboard soggy and weak, water can also make the structure of your roof begin to sag. If you identify sagging areas in your roof, use your hand or a broom to lightly prod at the sagging spot. If the spot feels soft and wet or bends easily with the prod of your broom, you know you have moisture damage.
4) Leaks & Water Damage
In addition to checking for dark streaks and sagging areas, make sure to look for any obvious signs of water leaking or rotting your roof on the inside. If you see any clear signs of water damage, you should contact someone to inspect your roof immediately. (Continued)
If you have yet to find a dependable roofer, you can always count on us at Roper Roofing. Contact us today to learn more about everything we can do for you!
