Homes built around the same time period can be experiencing the same types of weather conditions can mean that your roof is nearing its useful life.
How do you know if you need a new roof on your house.
1 daylight through the roof boards.
So arm yourself with a flashlight and climb up under the eaves.
1 your roof s 25th birthday is approaching.
Less of a warning sign than a general rule of thumb age is a good indicator of how to tell if you need a new roof.
Shingles that are curled or buckling are another sign that you may need a new roof.
Airborne algae cause dark streaks on roof decks.
Before you turn your flashlight on see if you can identify any streams of light coming through cracks or holes in your roof.
Look at the slopes of your home that get direct sunlight and if you notice the shingles are curling and losing granules it could mean the shingles are past their life expectancy.
Look for beams of light.
If your roof was installed properly with good materials you can expect 12 15 years of life or longer if you have a metal roof.
There could also be a possibility that the roof is defective.
If you think you might need a new roof the first place to check isn t your home exterior it s your attic.
If light is getting through your roof then water is getting through your roof.
An asphalt shingle roof should last between 20 and 30 years says claude mcgavic executive director of the national association of home inspectors.