How to Know If there’s Water Damage on Your Roof

Water can cause more damage to your roof than you can imagine. And if you fail to detect that water is damaging your roof earlier enough, it could degenerate to a leaking roof.

​Of course, a leaky roof is one of every homeowner's worst nightmares, and it’s not always a pleasant experience. However, in this article, you will learn some of the signs that your roof sustained water damage.
 
Sometimes, the signs that your roof sustained water damage may not be visible. But you will learn them very soon. Without much ado, here are some of the signs that there’s damage on your roof;
 
#1. Leaks and water spots
 
Leaks and water spots are some of the most common signs that there’s water damage on your roof. And it usually happens when the damage has degenerated into something serious.
Again, when you start seeing leaks, wet stains, or spots around the wall or ceiling, it’s an indication that water has compromised your roof. So, once you noticed this, go to your attic for water damage signs like mold, exposed seams, sagging areas around the roof, and the ray of sunshine shining through the beams.   

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​Once you noticed any of the signs mentioned above on your attic, hire a professional roofing contractor to carry out an inspection and possible repairs. When it comes to leaks and water spots on your roof, early detection and repairs will go a long way to help you reduce costs.

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#2. Missing or damaged shingles
 
Sometimes, rainwater, its strong gusts, and wind can lead to missing shingles, missing shingles’ pieces, cracked and bent shingles, and curled corner shingles. And if you are using asphalt shingles, curling edges could also be an indication that there’s water damage on your roof.
 
Let me tell you a little secret – missing or damaged shingles is a bad omen for your roof. It exposes your roof to more water damage due to the exposure of the roof’s decking. And the only solution to this is a replacement.
 
#3. Granules in the Gutters
It’s normal for granules to be in your roof gutters. But when there are a lot of granules after rains, it’s evident that your roof has water damage.
 
#4. Debris on Your Roof
Debris on your roof is also a possible sign that your roof has sustained water damage. Once you see debris like branches on your roof, water has likely compromised your roof. And when the debris is large, it could be hiding visible damage to your roof.
 
 
So, I suggest you hire a professional roofer to remove all debris from your roof and carry out a thorough inspection when possible.
 
#5. Spongy or Softwood Decking
 
Spongy or softwood decking is also one of the signs that your roof sustained water damage. It usually happens when your roof decking is soft or spongy after rains. And when you notice this, it could be an indication that there’s longstanding water damage. Over time, this could to rots and makes the roof prone to possible leaks in the future.
 
If you want your roof to be more durable and serve you up to its expected lifespan, you must give it considerable attention. Always check it out for possible signs that there’s water damage or the shingles are going bad. Whichever way, early detection of your roof problem will save you a lot of troubles.
 
Furthermore, once in a while, hire a professional to carry out a complete inspection on your roof. It’s a great way of always keeping your roof in shape.
 
Getting an experienced and reliable roofer is a bit difficult these days. Everybody claims to be a roofing contractor, while only a few people have what it takes to repair or replace your roof.
At Suburban Roofing, we understand the plight of homeowners and always go the extra mile to fix their roof’s problems.
 
Even though we are in business to make a profit, we always put your interest above ours. That’s why once we carry out roofing replacement or repairs for you, we give 25 years warranty in writing. Sounds great, right?
 
Call us at (860) 982 4345 so that discuss how we can do business together. Don’t forget, at Suburban Roofing; you get exceptional value for every dollar you spend.