Keeping Your Roof Intact Decatur GA

Always inspect your roof after a storm to ensure no damage has occurred.

Now is the time to determine if you need to replace or repair your roof – before winter sets in. Don't wait for the snow, heavy rains, and winds to make that decision for you. 

Many things can affect a roof's lifespan. Location and materials make a difference in longevity; take them into consideration in your assessment. If you live in a wet, humid region and there are plenty of shade trees around your property, your roof may suffer from moss growth. If you live in a drier climate, your roof is probably not a stranger to hail or heat. Windy conditions also put constant stress on your roof.

Here is a list that may help you decide if your roof needs repair or replacing:

• Blistered interior walls or ceiling
• Dark spots on the ceiling or attic spaces
• Obvious leaking in the interior after a hard rain
• Sagging or rotten soffits
• Curling or cracked shingles
• Signs of algae buildup or otherwise "dirty" shingles
• Rising energy costs over a typical winter (without the utility company raising their prices)
• Signs of decay in shingles, sheathing, and soffits
• Water entering and possibly running down walls and entering the soffit

Once you have determined if the roof needs repairs or even replacing, a few simple things will extend the life of your roof for years to come:

•  Regularly inspect your roof for small problems and damages and immediately make repairs. This is especially ...

Read the full article in the CalFinder Remodeling and Home Solar Power Magazine