Welcome to my blog, my name is Daisy. A few years ago, my husband and I purchased an old house which required a lot of work. We spent many weeks gutting the place and installing new flooring, painting the walls and clearing the garage space of junk. However, my favourite part of renovating the house was the roof. I loved climbing onto the roof to inspect the tiles, removing and recycling the broken ones and replacing the gaps with new tiles. I also learnt how to waterproof and maintain our roof so that we can avoid problems in the future. I started this blog to help others who are interested in carrying out restoration or repair work on the roof of their home.
Sky High: Repairing and Restoring Your Roof
Glaring Signs Your Shingle Roofing Needs Repairs
Hunter Prescott
With some homeowners, their roofing is typically out of sight, out of mind. However, roofing is one of the most crucial aspects of your home, as it functions to provide your entire household with protection against the elements. Despite roofing materials being built for longevity, the constant exposure to changing weather patterns will mean they eventually acquire damage. Spotting the signs of wear and tear in good time could make the difference between having to contend with minor repairs or having to opt for complete roof replacement. Below are some of the glaring signs that your roofing is in dire need of repairs.
Shingles have started clawing
Clawing shingles will have a curled appearance. This type of damage typically develops due to excessive exposure to heat, which will make the shingles lift up and curl. If left unchecked, the affected shingles will become susceptible to being uplifted by high gale winds, leaving your roofing bare. The clawing shingles will also make your roof prone to water and ice damage during inclement weather. It would be best to have these shingles replaced before further damage can occur.
Missing granules
Another sign to look out for that would indicate your house is in need of roof repairs is granules missing from the shingles. There are some reasons why the shingles will begin to appear bare due to missing shingles. The most common culprit is a poorly designed drainage system, which causes a waterfall effect on your roof leading to granules being eroded off the shingles. These granules then begin to collect in gutters and could lead to severe blockages, which could end up causing water damage to the sides of your roofing. Granules could also go missing from your shingles due to prolonged exposure to the sun, causing the shingles to harden. It would be prudent to hire a roofer to establish the cause of the missing granules and remedy the problem before it becomes exacerbated.
Buckling shingles
If your shingles are buckling, they will begin to develop a wavy appearance rather than being straight. These wavy distortions will typically develop due to your roof ageing, making buckling more common in older roofing systems. However, it can also be caused by excessive exposure to wetness, which compromises the structural integrity of the shingles. Leaving the buckling shingles in place will make them susceptible to being blown off, as they will not be properly secured onto your roof.
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