Types of Roof Damage
Types of Roof Damage
You find water stains on your ceiling and walls after a storm. Maybe you notice missing or damaged shingles that keep falling off.
It’s important to know the signs of a damaged roof before it reaches the point of no return. If you suspect your roof may be aged or damaged after a storm, reach out to Pro South to schedule your free inspection. Our adjuster will inspect your roof looking for storm damage or indications that it is either worn out or poorly maintained. Some signs that a roof is old, deteriorating, or in need of maintenance are:
Asphalt Shingles
- Curling – failure of the tar strip on the shingles
- Cracked – age or expansion and contraction because of weather
- Granules in gutters and/or bare or dark spots on shingle surface– granules are delaminating (aged) and flaking off
- Cupping – concave center with tabs curling under, possibly from improperly ventilated attics
- Blistering – poor quality materials and excessive heat
Built-Up Roofs
- Wrinkling – problem with installation, the surface should be flat and smooth
- Alligatoring – exposed surfaces dry out producing surface cracking
- Blistering – enclosed bubble under the surface caused by a space or void built into roof during installation
- While these conditions may not be found until after a storm it does not mean they were created or aggravated bythe storm.
Water Leakage
Dark spots on your ceilings or walls suggest that water is slipping through the spaces of your roof.
Sagging
Any signs of sagging on the interior or exterior of your home should be addressed immediately. If you notice your roof sagging, reach out to Pro South Roofing right away.
Cracked
Buckling or crackling on your ceiling is a major sign of a failing roof. This should be addressed as soon as possible.
