Every roof has a limited lifespan that depends on the materials used and the weather it endures. Once the roof hits the end of its lifespan—whether that’s 20 years for an asphalt shingle roof or many decades for metal roofing—it needs to be replaced. Here are a few common signs your home is at this stage.

When to Get New Roofing

1. Lots of Leaks

A single leak is usually an easy fix, but if the roof is deteriorating all over, you’re past the point where a few patches can put you at ease. You can identify this condition in rainfall when water gets inside or on a sunny day by seeing whether light comes through the roof into your attic or crawlspace.

2. Warped Shingles

Asphalt and other types of shingles are meant to lie flat, creating tight layers that are difficult for water to penetrate. If they curl up and warp, they can’t do their job, and water will begin to seep in—sometimes in many places at once.

3. Cracked or Warped Flashing

Meanwhile, all the edges of the roof—wherever two sections meet or an object like a chimney comes through—are covered with flashing to seal out moisture. Depending on the flashing material used, it can begin to show its age by warping out of shape or cracking, making it ineffective.

4. Moss or Plants

Over time, as a roof deteriorates, water may begin to pool, which allows moss or even small plants to get a foothold. Sometimes all that’s necessary is to clean off these invaders, but in some cases their growth indicates or even causes more extensive damage underneath.

5. Sagging

A house’s roof begins to bend and sag when the wooden supports holding it up are weakened by physical damage, rot, termites, loosening joints, and other factors. A sagging roof is at risk of collapse and needs to be replaced as soon as it’s identified. An expert can provide a thorough assessment of the condition of your roof.

If you notice any of these signs of aging roofing, call Custom Roofing and Construction in Enterprise and Dothan, AL. For 23 years, these experienced roofers have served homeowners in Dale, Henry, and Houston counties with thorough repairs and custom tailored construction services. To discuss your project and get an estimate, contact the roofing company at (334) 790-4418 or online.