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Do I Need A New Roof?—4 Signs You Do

Does getting a new roof have your stomach in knots? Roof replacement is one of the more feared events for a homeowner. Whether it’s because roofing is notorious for its expense or you uncover more issues during a tear-off, it’s unknown. But getting a new roof can hold several advantages, including not having to worry about your roof for a decade or more. If you choose an option like metal roofing, it’s even more likely you won’t have to think about your roof ever again. Let’s take a look at some of the signs you could need a new roof.

Keeping Up With The Jones’

No, you shouldn’t replace your roof just because your neighbors are getting a new, beautiful roof put on. But it can definitely give a clue as to whether or not you should consider. The reason being is that homes in similar neighborhoods were built around the same time. So chances are if your neighbor is replacing their roof, it could be time to have yours replaced too. Compare your homes’ aesthetics and age. If quite similar, there could be something to upgrading your roof because your neighbor did.

Shingle Edges Are Curled

You might see curled shingles at the edge of your roofline. The edges will start to roll inward at a slight angle; they gradually get worse. When shingles start to move and curl, this is a really good indicator that they are aging, brittle, and need to be replaced.

Roof Is Drooping

Should your roof look like it’s sinking or caving in, don’t wait. Get in touch with our roofing contractors today. A sagging roof has problems underneath the shingles. This could be wood rot or something else altogether. Sagging roofs often happen when too much weight is on the roof, such as a roof that is older and has had a re-roof done prior.

Have An Older Roof?

Roofs that reach 20 years old can start to have problems. With age comes roofing material deterioration. It’s more than likely that at 20 years old, you are starting to see some of those tell-tale signs like cupped or curled shingles. You might also see cracks or missing shingles. This isn’t true with every material, as some last longer than others. But, asphalt shingles have gained a reputation for needing to be replaced every 20 years or so. Depending on your climate and the number of storms, it may lessen the lifespan too.

HomeTown Roofing offers the Pensacola area a wide range of roofing options to protect homes from storms, water damage, pest infestations, etc. From repairs to replacements, we’re known for quality workmanship, customer service, and dependability. To find out more about us or to request an inspection of your home’s roof, visit https://hometownroofinginc.com today.

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