When Should You Reroof?
Most people are likely to wait until their roof starts to leak before they
start thinking about reroofing. By that time, water may have caused serious
and costly damage to the interior of the home. That is why it is important
to carefully inspect your roof at least once a year, especially if you own
an older home or your roof was installed over 15 years ago. How do you tell
if your roof is losing its protective abilities? Well tell you how.
The cause of a roof leak is not always easy to find, and while light colored
shingles may clearly reveal trouble spots when viewed from the ground, darker
colored shingles may require a closer inspection, which involves getting
on top of your roof. Roofing is inherently dangerous work so please be careful
when walking on your roof, especially if it has a steep pitch. If you are
at all uncomfortable with heights, it is better to call a professional.
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