Your roof faces the elements every day, and the house will provide multiple warning signs when it needs to be fixed. The sooner you schedule roof repair, the less likely you’ll experience costly issues, like water damage, wood rot, and mold infestations. Here are a few red flags to keep on your radar.

How to Know If Your Home Needs Roof Repairs

1. Damaged Shingles

High winds can blow shingles partially or entirely off the roof, leaving them scattered around your home. Additionally, strong gusts may cause heavy tree branches to fall onto the roof during a storm, breaking more shingles. Always inspect your roof after a bout of foul weather to ensure the elements didn’t affect it. Damaged shingles leave your roof vulnerable to leaks, mold infestations, and vermin damage.

2. Daylight Through the Rafters

If you see daylight streaming through the rafters in your attic, the roof’s underlayment has worn away. Daylight in the attic causes heat gain. As a result, your home will be warmer, and you’ll need to run the AC frequently, which will place added wear on the system.

Additionally, poorly-lined shingles can fall away from the underlayment, exposing it to the elements. A compromised underlayment will allow sunlight to stream through, which will warm the air and increase the humidity. Without proper ventilation, nearby shingles will become ineffective as they curl in response to the accumulated humidity.

3. Algae

This substance needs moisture to thrive, and it gets it from roof leaks and shaded areas on the surface that can’t dry completely. Brownish stains on the walls and ceilings signal water infiltration. While these blemishes can occur because of plumbing leaks, get your roof inspected since leaks can also come from insecure flashing and shingle damage.

If your roof develops an algae problem, you’ll notice dark or stained areas where the substance is present. These areas likely have moisture issues, and they should be addressed before mold develops. If ignored, the mold will feed on your home’s wood, compromising its structural integrity and possibly triggering allergic reactions and other health problems to people in your household.

 

If you’ve noticed any of these issues, contact the team at My Roofing in Kaneohe, HI. These reliable contractors have provided Oahu homeowners with prompt roof repairs, replacements, and installations for over 35 years. Get more information about their services online, or call (808) 352-7272 to request a free estimate.