Signs Your Springfield Shingle Roof Needs Replacing
Most shingle roofs in our area give 20 to 30 years, but hail, high wind and falling branches can cut that short. Small problems are easy to miss from the ground and tend to grow into leaks. If you notice any of the signs below, have the roof looked at before the next big storm rolls through.
- Curling or crackingShingles that cup, curl or crack no longer lie flat and seal.
- Missing shinglesBare spots after a windstorm leave the underlayment open to the weather.
- Granules in the guttersHeavy granule loss means the shingles are wearing thin.
- Stains insideWater spots on ceilings or in the attic point to a leak above.
- AgeA roof nearing 20 to 30 years old is worth a close look.
