{"id":4171,"date":"2018-02-21T16:43:35","date_gmt":"2018-02-21T16:43:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gutterscincinnati.com\/staging\/?p=4171"},"modified":"2022-09-28T12:54:04","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T12:54:04","slug":"five-signs-need-new-roof","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gutterscincinnati.com\/staging\/five-signs-need-new-roof\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top Five Signs You Need a New Roof"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Your roof\u2019s entire purpose is to shelter your home from Mother Nature.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>A roof that\u2019s exceeded its lifespan can wreak havoc in many ways.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>It can be a fine line between replacing a roof too early and waiting too long. If you\u2019re questioning <a href=\"https:\/\/gutterscincinnati.com\/staging\/blog\/how-long-to-put-off-roof-replacement\/\">when to replace your roof<\/a>,<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span>here are some signals to look for:<\/p>\n<h2><b>You Have an Old Roof<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>While the <a href=\"https:\/\/gutterscincinnati.com\/staging\/roofing\/\">GAF roofs<\/a> we install come with a 50-year, non-prorated warranty on both labor and materials, most others do not.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>In fact, asphalt roofs as young as 20-years-old can need replacement due to shingle quality or subpar installation.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Shingle Granule Loss<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span>When a roof reaches the end of its lifespan, it\u2019s common to see the granules on the shingles flaking off and landing in your <a href=\"https:\/\/gutterscincinnati.com\/staging\/gutters\/\">gutters<\/a>.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span>The granules act as a protective membrane and once they begin to shed, roof replacement is a must.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Other Asphalt Roofs in Your Neighborhood Being Replaced<\/b><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s common for homes within the same neighborhood to have been built around the same time and even by the same builder.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>This means that neighborhood roofs have roughly the same lifespan.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>If your neighbors are having a new roof installed, it\u2019s worth investigating whether yours does too.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>While roof hail damage can be spotty, if you notice other roofs in your area being re-roofed, have a reputable professional evaluate yours.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Buckling or Curling Shingles<\/b><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you notice either of these signs, it\u2019s likely a new roof is needed.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Direct your attention to the roof\u2019s slopes in the sunshine.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>If granules are missing or the shingles aren\u2019t lying flat, it\u2019s a sign that your roof deck may be exposed to elements that can damage it.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Sagging Roof<\/b><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A floppy roof needs professional attention ASAP.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Inspect the roof\u2019s surface for indications that moisture has become trapped.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>These include boards that have become warped and spots that are sagging.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These signs indicate you need a new roof&#8230;now! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":4150,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[297],"tags":[308,337,340,341,342],"class_list":["post-4171","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-roofing","tag-cost-of-roof-replacement","tag-replace-roof","tag-residential-roofing-companies","tag-timberline-shingles","tag-3-tab-shingles"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Top 5 Warning Signs You Need a New Roof | LeafGuard\u00ae of CIN<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Roofs suffer extensive wear from years of exposure to sun, rain, wind, and harsh weather conditions. 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