Sagging and holes are two of the most obvious forms of roofing damage, but beside these two types of deterioration, there are many other, less conspicuous signs that can indicate severe roofing issues. Here are some signs that you should pay attention to:
- Leaks – if you see spots of water appear on your ceiling or in your attic space, you should start looking for the source right away. The most common cause for the phenomenon is a damaged roof that lets water in through the gaps or holes that have formed on the roof surface;
- Spots of water on the exterior walls – a sure sign that the flashing installed where two roof slopes meet has become damaged and needs to be repaired or replaced;
- Shingle granules on the ground around the house or in the gutters – roof shingles are covered in a layer of mineral granules that gives the material its weather-resistance. If these granules get removed by strong winds or by hail stones, the deeper layers of the shingles become exposed and the entire roof becomes vulnerable; Have storm damage expert Colorado Springs roofing companies take a look at your roof after significant storms to see if your roof needs repair or re-roofing.
- Stains on the roof – roof staining can be caused by an infestation with algae or fungus, by the presence of an excessive amount of dirt on the roof, even by the secretions of a tree that has limbs above the roof. The problem is usually only cosmetic in nature and it can be easily solved by cleaning the roof with a suitable detergent.