Many homeowners wait until they have a leak in their ceiling to deal with a roof that needs repairing or replacing. At Peninsula Roofing, LLC located in Kitsap County, WA we do roof repairs and replacements. Our roofing experts help homeowners deal with potential issues before they become big ones. With more than 30 years of experience with residential and commercial roofs, the professionals at Peninsula Roofing, LLC, will keep you safe and cozy in your home, no matter the problem.

Here are some warning signs that will help you determine if you need a replacement roof.

• Your Roof Is 25 (Or More) Years Old:  Most roofs last between 20 to 25 years. If your roof was installed 25 years ago, chances are you need a new roof, even if everything still looks good. Another good indication that it’s time to think about replacing your roof is if you live in a development and your neighbors are starting to replace their roofing.

• The Shingles Are Curling: If your shingles are curling or buckling, it’s a sign that you need a new roof. To determine if the shingles are past their life expectancy, look for cupping, which happens when the edges of the shingles turn upward, and clawing, which happens when the edges of the shingles stay flat but the middle starts to come up. Both situations can lead to a leak, so a new roof is in order.

• Entire Shingles Are Missing: If there are a few shingles missing here and there, you can patch areas. But once your roof starts to look like a checkerboard, replacing the whole roof is necessary.

• You Find Shingle Granules In Your Gutters: If your roof is more than 10 years old and you are finding granules in the gutters, it’s a sign of a bigger problem. Once your roof starts losing the granules that keep the sun off the asphalt, the quality of your roof will deteriorate more quickly. Another sign that the granules have worn away is inconsistent or darker colors on some parts of your roof.

There are some more overt signs that your roof is in immediate need of replacement. For example, if you can see sunlight from your attic or if your entire roof is sagging, you need to call the professionals right away as these are signs of structural damage. If you notice any of these red flags, call the residential roofing experts at Peninsula Roofing, LLC at (253) 857-4441.

For more information visit the Peninsula Roofing,LLC website.