Things are going along so smoothly, and then, "Boom!" Something happens and now you need to invest in a roof replacement. Think it can't happen? Over their 60 years in business, Ray St. Clair Roofing in Greater Cincinnati, OH, has seen this situation arise countless times, so they want you to be prepared.

Below, they discuss several situations in which you might need to replace your roof, or at least schedule extensive roof repairs. It's something to plan for financially so you aren't wholly vulnerable to the whims of fate.

Reasons You Might Need a Roof Replacement

Hail

Hail can be extraordinarily destructive, especially if your roof is beginning to age anyway and your shingles are not as durable as they once were. Hailstones can grow to 6 inches in diameter and weigh as much as a pound. A weather event of this sort can leave your roof in tatters, so it is wise to have the name and number of a reliable roof replacement company handy.

Windstorms

Windstorms are also very hard on roofs, and winds of 50 or 60 mph are not uncommon throughout Ohio. High winds can rip shingles right off their mountings and cause tree branches to beat violently against the roof, causing additional damage.

Falling Trees & Branches

Dead or dying branches pose a real threat to your roof, even when winds are relatively mild. Should a heavy branch fall (or worse, if an entire tree should topple), it could seriously damage your structure and require extensive roof repairs or even a roof replacement.

Time

Even if no weather event occurs, you may still need to replace your roof if enough time has passed since its installation. A typical asphalt roof lasts about 20 years before the shingles start to deteriorate and you run the risk of leaks, water damage, and mold growth.

If any of the events above have damaged your roof, Ray St. Clair Roofing, the leading roof repair and vinyl siding installation company in Greater Cincinnati, OH, offers free estimates on roof replacement. You can contact them via their website, or call (513) 874-1234 to discuss your needs with a helpful, courteous professional.