Look at the slopes of your home that get direct sunlight and if you notice the shingles are curling and losing granules it could mean the shingles are past their life expectancy.
How do you know if you need a new roof on your house.
If you think you might need a new roof the first place to check isn t your home exterior it s your attic.
An asphalt shingle roof should last between 20 and 30 years says claude mcgavic executive director of the national association of home inspectors.
Before you turn your flashlight on see if you can identify any streams of light coming through cracks or holes in your roof.
If light is getting through your roof then water is getting through your roof.
There could also be a possibility that the roof is defective.
Neighbors are getting new roofs.
So arm yourself with a flashlight and climb up under the eaves.
Homes built around the same time period can be experiencing the same types of weather conditions can mean that your roof is nearing its useful life.
If a roof is nearing the end of its useful life it s probably time to consider replacement.
Less of a warning sign than a general rule of thumb age is a good indicator of how to tell if you need a new roof.
Airborne algae cause dark streaks on roof decks.
Shingles that are curled or buckling are another sign that you may need a new roof.
If you do spot any light coming through your roof repair or replace your roof immediately.
1 your roof s 25th birthday is approaching.