With a pair of binoculars, you can see these issues if you know where to look. If you spot any of them, call a contractor right away so they can conduct a thorough inspection and perform any crucial repairs.

Broken or Missing Shingles

This issue should be easy to spot from the ground. Call your contractor if you see any different-colored patches on your roof or shingles littering your yard. Heavy rains and strong winds may have damaged your shingles or blown them away.

Cracked Flashing

Flashings are thin pieces of metal that we install beneath shingles and on the joints and valleys of your roof to form a water-resistant barricade. They guard the gaps in your roofing system, so if they are cracked, then water can quickly get through. Cracked flashing can be caused by weather deterioration or corrosion–either way, it needs prompt attention.

Cracked Vent Booting

Roof vents look like little pipes protruding from your roof, and they work to discharge excess moisture. Vent booting seals the area where the lines peek out of the roof. Unfortunately, this vent booting can deteriorate over time, leading to cracks.

Shingle repairs

Most residential roofs use shingles. These are rugged materials that can withstand UV exposure, heavy rains, and high winds. But they also take hits.

Flashing repairs due to unsuitable installation

Professional roof experts utilize roof flashing like galvanized steel or zinc alloy to lead water away from chimneys, walls, dormers, and other places where the roof meets a vertical plane.

Gutter maintenance and repair

Gutters catch water and anything from twigs, leaves, and dead insects. They should be cleaned two to four times a year, particularly during fall and spring. Debris can clog up drains and stop water from smoothly flowing if you don’t clean your gutters. Water can also flood over the channels, resulting in roof rotting. The trenches can cave in due to the weight, necessitating prompt repairs.

Leaky roof repair

Leaks are readily visible signs of deterioration and often demonstrate roof damage. But because water can traverse through pipes and other roof materials, it can be challenging for non-experts to locate the origin of a leak. Whether it’s a small or a significant leak, always consult a roof specialist. You can never tell if the tiny dark puddle on your ceiling is caused by a pool of standing water, with your roof on the verge of collapse.

Repair due to poor ventilation

Extreme heat from poorly ventilated and overheated roofs can cause shingles to blister. Moreover, when air cannot flow properly, humid conditions encourage mildew and mold growth. This leads to the rotting of the wooden parts of the roof, like the fascia and the rafters, which hold the roof structure together. Inadequate ventilation can also lead to pest infestation.