Prescott Shingle Roof Repair

Dependable Shingle Roof Repair

You probably don’t check your roof for problems on a regular basis. because we tend to wait for serious problems before we take action. Every year, in the Spring and in the Fall you should check your roof on top and inside, preferably by a licensed, experienced roofing contractor, along with performing regular maintenance on it. If you roof is less than 10 years old, odds are your whole roof will not need to be replaced. But, how can you tell if your roof has issues and is damaged in any way?

Go up into your attic, use a flashlight, and you shouldn’t smell any kind of moldy odor. If a moldy odor exists, you could have small cracks and leaks in your roof. Inspect the entire wooden area of your roof because wood is especially susceptible to rot and mold. Small leaks can show up as tiny pinholes of outside light streaming into your attic, dark spotting on wood sections, or some sort of sagging towards the inside.

On the exterior, you should climb up onto your roof and check the entire surface, taking photos and documenting everything you you see. Signs that you need to repair your roof include:

The Age of Your Roof
What is the age of your current asphalt shingle roof? Most roofing experts agree that a normal shingle roof should last around 20 to 25 years, if maintained properly. Another factor is whether the old roof was torn off and you only have a single layer of shingles, and if the roof and attic are properly ventilated. If the roof was installed over another layer or several layers and it is older than 20 years, chances are you need a new roof.

Curling or Buckling Shingles
If you have shingles that are curled or buckling, its another indication that you might need some serious roof repair. Check the sides of your roof that  are exposed to direct sunlight. If you see shingles curling and losing granules, it might mean the shingles are deteriorating and past their expected lifespan. It could also mean the roof is defective. get in touch with a trusted, licensed roofing contractor and have them check if you might have an issue with the last company that installed or repaired your roof.

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Check Your Roof’s Valleys
If you have shingles falling apart or there are shingles missing in the roof’s valleys, it's a certain indication you could need a new roof. The valley areas are one of the most critical parts of your roof. Snow and rain flow down through your roof’s valleys, funneling it into your gutters. If the valleys have issues, your roof will be prone to leaks.

Shingles That are Missing
Missing shingles could be another sign your roof is failing. The shingle tabs should be intact and solid.

Chimney Flashing Issues
If your home has a chimney, its another feature to be concerned about. If your chimney flashing is made up of cement or tar, you might need to replace it with a more water-tight fitting that has a longer lifespan, as in a metal flashing system.

Check For Shingle Granules in Your Gutters
Check your gutters and observe whether they have a lot of loose shingle granules in them. Asphalt shingles tend to lose granules more toward the end of their lifespan. Also, if you have inconsistent coloring or darker color on some sections of your roof its another indication the shingle’s granules are wearing away and may need repair before it turns into a bigger and more expensive issue.

Sunlight Showing Through the Roof Structure
When you’re up on your roof, if you feel a spongy area or a little bounce when walking on it, it could mean the underlying decking system of your roof has been affected by water and could be failing. Go into your attic to observe if there is any sunlight streaming through the upper roof structure. Another thing to check while up in the attic is the insulation. If it has any areas that feel wet its a good indication of leaks.

Mikku and Sons Roofing (623) 465-1068 provides quality roof replacement, roof installation and roof repair services, including shingle roof repair, to Prescott Valley and the surrounding communities. We’ve been a reputable, quality roofing contractor since 2001. Give us a call when you need someone you can trust to give you advice on your roof repair issues.