Practically, most shingle roofs are only built to remain intact for about 20 years. Granted, nowadays, you can find 30-year shingles but odds are your roof does not have them unless it was recently re-done. Roof replacement, next to termite control, is one of the most costly expenses in home maintenance. If you can avoid having to re-tile the roof, then do so by simply buying a home that doesn’t require a new roof for a very long while.
Causes of Roof Damage:
Extreme weather conditions are potential causes of roof damages that occur in so many times throughout the year. Damage can occur from falling debris, ice jams that clog the gutters and heave the shingles off the edges of the roof. If gutters are not cleaned yearly, leaves and debris can also accumulate and cause damage to the roof. Wind can cause damage if there were already loose vents, shingles, or parts of the ridge. These can be torn away exposing parts of the roof and causing leaks. A leak itself does not indicate the total replacement of a roof, but once moisture gets in the house, the damage can escalate quickly.
No comments:
Post a Comment