A roof replacement is something that tends to be a last resort for roofing companies to suggest. The first thing our roofing contractors will do is a roof inspection to check the condition of your roof. If it’s possible to just do roof repairs, we will so you can save money because roof replacements are expensive. However, sometimes roof replacements are necessary due to the age of your current roof or safety reasons. Here are some signs that your roof may need to be replaced instead of repaired. 

The shingles on your roof are cracked or curling - When the shingles on your roof are cracking and curling it’s typically due to being exposed to the elements. Over time the rain, wind, hail, and snow that your roof is exposed to cause the shingles to curl, usually because of moisture. The shingles on your roof may be cracked when they are old or exposed to excessive amounts of heat. 

Your roof is old - Any roof that has been on a home for close to 20 years or more is considered old and should be replaced. A roof replacement for a home that has an old roof is very easy to justify because there are typically many visual signs that it’s old. 

Moss growth - If the growth of moss on your roof is caught early, you can have a couple of shingles replaced and be ready to go. However, if you are not aware of the moss growth on your roof then it will likely get out of hand fast. When it rains the moss absorbs the moisture from the rain, which promotes growth and helps the algae spread further across your roof. The moss may seem harmless, but it destroys the outer layer of protection on your roof. Since the protective layer on your roof is slowly disappearing, the best thing you can do is get a full roof replacement. 

Light is shining through your roof - Whether it is your attic or the upper level of your home if you notice light shining through the ceiling, then your roof probably has a hole in it. This is an issue that needs to be taken care of immediately because the hole could be an entry point for rain or small animals to enter your home. In rare cases, the hole in your roof will be able to be fixed without a full roof replacement, but it depends on the severity of the damage.

Contact our roofing contractors at East Carolina Roofing & Coating Inc for more information about our roof replacement services. We offer our roofing services to Greenville, Kinston, New Bern, Washington, Goldsboro, and Rocky Mount, NC.