Signs That It May Be Time to Invest in New Roof Shingles

As homeowners we are all faced with a multitude of challenges to ensure the overall appearance, value and safety of our homes. Here at American Services of TN, LLC, our team of dedicated professionals fully understands that your home is the largest investment you will make in a lifetime. With that said, it can be difficult for homeowners to know whether they should simply repair a damaged roof or is it time for the installation of entirely new roof shingles. That’s where we come in!

Signs That Your Home Is in Need of New Shingles

To help our many valued clients know when they should have their roof repaired, or their shingles replaced, we have put together some helpful tips.

• Missing roof shingles – If you are missing shingles on your roof, it may very well be time to reach out to a professional roofing expert or contractor. If you have experienced storms in your area, it is important to check your roof following any storm to see if there are any missing shingles. Typically, you can perform a visual inspection by simply walking around your home rather than having to climb up on the roof to do so. Regardless of how you perform the inspection, if you find that you are missing shingles then be sure to reach out to a professional right away.
• The age of your roof – Most roofs have a lifespan of 20 to 25 years. If it has been longer than 25 years and your roof has not seen new shingles, we highly recommend you reach out to our team to perform a thorough inspection of your roof’s condition and integrity. Your roof plays a significant role in the safety of both your home and your family.
• Buckling shingles – It is quite simple to see missing shingles and recognize that your roof is in need of repair. However, most homeowners are not familiar with the common signs that your shingles may very well be in distress long before they actually become missing. When your roof shingles begin to buckle or curl, this is a sure sign that you will need to install new shingles before they present with more costly issues and cause unsafe conditions for your home.
• The presence of broken shingles in your gutter system – When it’s time to clean out your gutters, be on the lookout for broken pieces of shingles where the gutter empties. If you notice several fragments of shingles in the gutter system, then rest assured it is time to replace your shingles.
• Check the roof decking – The wooden decking in your roof can become weakened over time as a result of excessive moisture. If you notice that sunlight is peering into your attic from the roof, then more than likely damage has occurred to your roof’s wooden decking. You can determine if the decking needs replacement by simply walking on your roof. If there is not a sturdy feel beneath your feet but rather a bouncy type feeling, then it is safe to say that the wooden decking in your roof is damaged and weakened and needs replacement. It is important not to delay in having this repaired since roof decking that is damaged can ultimately lead to a collapsed roof. Be sure to reach out to a professional team as soon as possible.

Bottom Line

Here at American Services of TN, LLC, our team of highly skilled and professional contractors and roofing specialists is steadfast in their commitment to provide only the highest quality products and services to all our valued clients. If you are a homeowner who is in need of new roof shingles, then we are the team for you. Our team is on hand to provide all the perfect roofing solutions for your home whether it is an older home or even a new construction. To learn more about our high-quality roofing services or to schedule a free consultation, reach out to one of our dedicated staff members today. We look forward to serving you and to helping you to ensure not only the appearance and value of your home, but it’s overall safety as well. For all your roofing needs, trust the pros here at American Services of TN, LLC where the safety of our clients always comes first!