{"id":4325,"date":"2021-04-30T08:00:49","date_gmt":"2021-04-30T12:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/?p=4325"},"modified":"2021-04-30T08:00:49","modified_gmt":"2021-04-30T12:00:49","slug":"signs-you-should-invest-in-roof-replacement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/signs-you-should-invest-in-roof-replacement\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Signs You Should Invest in Roof Replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"

5 Signs You Should Invest in Roof Replacement<\/h1>\n

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Your roof is one of the biggest defenders of your home. Keeping your roof in good shape<\/strong> can prevent a host of problems\u2014leaks, rot, structural damage, and even hazardous mold.<\/p>\n

Every roof has a lifespan. Depending on the material and how well it was installed and maintained, you may have decades before your roof begins to show signs of aging. What can you expect to see on a roof that needs a replacement?<\/em> Here are five signs you may need to invest in a new roof!<\/a><\/p>\n

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    Your Shingles Are Deteriorating<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    \"5<\/a>Your roof\u2019s shingles are going to tell you<\/strong> a lot about the condition of your roof. They may be falling off the roof, curling, cracking, or warping. Shingles are designed to shed water and are an integral part of your roofing structure\u2014without them, your roof wouldn\u2019t be able to do its job.<\/p>\n

    Whether your roof\u2019s shingles are discoloring or are shedding more granules with every rainstorm, you\u2019ll need to keep an eye on the shingles as your roof ages. When they begin to show damage or deterioration<\/em> across your roof, it\u2019s time to consider a replacement.<\/p>\n

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      Your Roof Is Showing Its Age<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      \"When<\/a>Between missing shingles, structural damage, and moss and algae, your roof has probably seen better days<\/strong>, especially if it\u2019s over 20 years old. This is the prime time to consider an inspection from a qualified roofing professional. You never want to wait until you\u2019re experiencing problems with your roof to call in a contractor.<\/p>\n

      When your roof is showing symptoms of its age, it\u2019s time to start thinking about a new roof.<\/em> Conducting regular inspections of your roof if you\u2019re able or calling in a contractor to assess your roof is important<\/a>. The more proactive you are about the condition of your roof, the better protected your home will be.<\/p>\n

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        The Elements Are Coming In<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        \"Roof<\/a>Whether it\u2019s <\/em>water in your ceiling or sunlight in your attic<\/strong>, elements finding their way in through your roof is never a good sign. You may be seeing signs of water damage, such as peeling paint, mold, mildew, or water stains without seeing the actual source.<\/p>\n

        If your home is showing<\/em> signs of a water leak or if you\u2019re seeing daylight out of your roof, it\u2019s time to consider an investment in a roof replacement before your problems get worse. Remember\u2014if you\u2019re seeing sunlight, water can easily make its way in as well!<\/p>\n

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          Your Roof is Bending<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          \"Roof<\/a>If you\u2019re able to notice a bend to your roof\u2019s structure, it\u2019s time to call a professional as soon as possible. This is because structural damage may be present, especially if water has rotted the structure of your roof<\/strong> and is causing the entire system to sag or bend.<\/p>\n

          When you see an unusual curve to your roof, don\u2019t take this sign lightly. Call in a roofing professional<\/em> to assess the damage and determine what your roof needs to get back into shape.<\/p>\n

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            Your Roof Is Faded<\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            \"Signs<\/a>Eventually, your roof will begin to show signs of discoloration from regular wear and tear or harsh weather<\/strong>. Sun can bleach the roof while rain, sleet, and snow can age its appearance. If you\u2019re seeing discoloration, bald spots, or dark patches, these could all be signs that you need a new roof<\/em>.<\/p>\n

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            5 Signs You Should Invest in Roof Replacement \u00a0 Your roof is one of the biggest defenders of your home. Keeping your roof in good shape can prevent a host of problems\u2014leaks, rot, structural damage, and even hazardous mold. Every roof has a lifespan. Depending on the material and how well it was installed and…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":4331,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[21,22],"tags":[27,28],"class_list":["post-4325","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-residential","category-resources","tag-replacement","tag-roof"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4325","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4325"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4325\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4331"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4325"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4325"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summitroofing.com\/pages\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4325"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}