Your roof protects your home from the elements and helps maintain a comfortable temperature. As such, you need to know how to identify potential problems to avoid leaks, indoor flooding, and property damage. Here are some of the most common symptoms that you need new roofing.

Should You Install New Roofing? 

1. Shingle Problems 

In many cases, damaged shingles are easy enough for a contractor to address. However, when shingles begin to curl or buckle, your entire roofing system is likely near the end of its life span. Large bald patches of missing shingles also make your roof a good candidate for replacement. 

2. Granule Loss

Shingles contain granules that protect your roof from UV rays and flames. Over time, you may notice the granules beginning to wash away due to prolonged exposure to the elements. Since granules tend to deteriorate evenly, it makes sense to invest in a new roof. 

3. Outdated Flashing

Flashing prevents water from seeping into your home via gaps between your chimney, vents, eaves, and skylights. Tar and cement flashing materials are not watertight, so if you want long term protection from leaks, invest in a new roofing system with metal flashing. 

4. Old Age

The average asphalt roof lasts approximately 20 to 25 years. If your roof is near or past this age range, go ahead and schedule a replacement. Even if you don’t notice damages now, your roof is much more likely to cave, warp, or become punctured as it ages. 

Keep your home dry and comfortable with roofing solutions from Maendele Construction LLC in Nebraska. For over a decade, they have provided commercial and residential roof installations, siding, gutters, doors, windows, and decks to clients throughout Hastings and Grand Island. Call (402) 984-3906 to get started on new home construction, additions, or remodeling. Visit them online to find out more about how they can improve the look and function of your home.