Early Warning Signs Of Roof Damage In Cedar Grove, NJ

New Jersey is known for having harsh winters with plenty of snow and freezing temperatures. This weather brings with it certain hazards, ones that can put you and your loved ones in great danger. This post will go over everything you should look out for in a damaged roof and what you can do to help avoid it.

Common Roof Damage Symptoms:

Although you should always leave the expert evaluation to a certified contractor, there are several warning indicators to look for and things to do:

• It looks terrible from the street- If you can see from the edge of your driveway that your roof just looks old, and you will be able to tell, it's a solid indicator that you need to replace your roof.
  

• It's old- In ideal conditions, most asphalt shingle roofs have a lifetime of twelve to twenty years. If you've been in your home for at least 10 years and have had to repair the roof several times during that period, chances are it's time to replace it. If you have inherited an older home, look for any old documentation in the basement or attic. Any work done at home was usually documented for insurance purposes.
  

• Its shingles are in poor condition- If you can go onto your roof by yourself (use caution!) examine your shingles. If you find any of their edges curling up or being chipped off, this is an indication that your roof is nearing the end of its life. Look for moss developing on your roofs as well. This moss will harm your shingles and can grow beneath them, causing damage to not just the shingles but also the roof!
  

• Granules are all over Asphalt shingles all include minute particles of detritus to assist give them support and keep them waterproof. As your roof ages, the asphalt wears away, leaving shingle debris all over your roof. It will have the appearance of tiny stones or black sand.
  

• Your energy bills are rising- If you observe an increase in your energy rates, it might be due to a broken or damaged roof. If your roof is not properly ventilated or has a hole, air may be escaping outdoors, resulting in higher A/C consumption in the summer and higher heating expenditures in the winter.
  

• Water is leaking into your attic- This is perhaps the most evident of all the indications. Look for several leaks, as more than one might imply deteriorating damage rather than a single isolated incidence.

What Can You Do?

Now that you know what to look for, if you see any of the following symptoms with your roof, the first step is to call us at Northkit Roofing, and we will guide you through all of the stages, or you may do any of the following:

Please Contact Us As: previously said, calling Northkit Roofing is the simplest approach to get on top of your roof repair job. While the internet is a fantastic resource for finding information or DIY tutorials on almost anything, it is still preferable to leave major projects like roof repairs to certified experts.

Get Your Roof Inspected: The first thing you should do is call Northkit Roofing and have us come out and examine your roof. We will always accommodate you into our schedules as soon as possible since we must analyze the damage so that we know precisely what we're up against in terms of repair or replacement. We do a thorough examination, covering all of the typical inspection areas plus, with your consent, others that other roofers may not examine, such as your attic. This enables us to provide you with the most thorough inspection available. Also, because it is mutually advantageous, we execute all of our inspections completely free of charge. We get to assist you out a bit while you save a little money.

Clean Your Gutters: Cleaning your gutters is an important element of roof care that is frequently forgotten. Your gutters are in charge of correctly draining any rainfall that flows off your roof away from your home's foundation. If your gutters aren't working correctly, it might lead to serious structural damage to your home... oh no! That is why it is critical to get them examined regularly by specialists.

Have Your Roof Cleared Of Snow Frequently: If you have a local company that provides this service, you should always have your roof cleared of any snow following a significant storm. All it takes is a little weakened roof and a couple of inches of snow to cause a major disaster. All of this snow builds, especially if it is moist and thick. It's all really heavy, much more than you may believe, and it can cause a portion or possibly the entire roof to collapse and fall in! So, once again, if you have access to the service, make sure you make use of it!

Get the Problems Resolved As Soon As Possible: It should go without saying, but acting quickly when we discover a problem with your roof following our inspection is vital! It is believed that in emergency circumstances, the most important component over which we have control is reaction time. The sooner we respond, the less long-term damage there will be, and vice versa.

See You Soon!

Hopefully, this blog has been beneficial to your damaged roof, and you will now be better prepared for the forthcoming winter months in terms of identifying potential storm damage and taking the necessary actions to remedy it. We hope you pick Northkit Roofing as your roofer of choice, and we hope to see you soon, even if it's only for a free roof inspection.