To maintain the value of your house, you always need to be aware of problems with your home and repair them as quickly as possible. Although they may glance at them every day, many homeowners often overlook their roofs when taking care of their houses. However, these signs could help you determine if your roof needs to be repaired.
Sagging Gutters
If you notice the guttering around your home has come loose or is sagging, it could be an indication that the wood fascia is rotting. While it could be the gutters were not installed well, it is more likely the wood has rotted and the nails have fallen out or become too loose to hold up the guttering. You can have roofers in Johnston inspect the fascia for damage and give you an estimate to replace it if necessary.
Bald Shingles
You should be able to notice from glancing at the roof from the street if shingles have lost most of their granules or are bald. If the wind has loosened some shingles and blown one off, examine its condition closely. Roofers can examine the roof and help you select the best type of shingles to buy when replacing them.
Age of Roof
If you’ve owned your home for several years and haven’t had work done to the roof, it is probably time for at least an inspection. Most asphalt shingles, which are one of the most common roofing materials used, have a lifetime of 15 to 20 years.
If you know that it has been at least 10 to 15 years since the roof was replaced, consider having roofers inspect it to determine if it’s time to re-roof your house. A new roof will increase your home’s value if you plan to sell it, but it will prevent damage as well.
