It can be difficult to gauge when to replace your roofing, as many times the damage can be fixed with a few minor fixes. However, there are a few ways that you can determine whether you need to replace your entire roof, or not. Let’s look at some of these items.

Check your attic: The attic will be the first place you notice anything. If there is any sunlight at all in the room, or if it is not properly ventilated, you will need to replace the roof. A way to avoid this is by making sure your attic is properly ventilated, as well as properly insulated. The attic can reach about double the temperature as the inside of your home if not properly ventilated, and this can cause roofing problems.

Age of the Roof: Roofs can last between 20 and 25 years, so they should be checked consistently every few years, to be sure, and then have a thorough inspection at the 20-year mark.

Rot and Damage: Rot and damage to a home can be detrimental if they are not taken care of. Water damage, especially, can be a huge issue for many homes. This also relates to damage from winter snow and ice, which causes massive problems if not fixed right away. This kind of damage can make the roofing structure cave in on itself and potentially collapse, leaving your home vulnerable to many things, such as water flooding, animals, etc.

Plants: If there are plants growing on your roof, or to be more specific, moss, fungi, and other frequent elements, this is a sign that the roofing structure may be compromised. If you frequently remove these, then you will have no problem, but letting this grow and expand can really cause problems for the future.

If you need a new roof or need a professional to take a look at your roof, feel free to contact us by filling out our contact form or by calling us at 781-899-6353.

With Winter right around the corner, it may be time to replace your old roof. Here are some signs that it may be time for an upgrade:

• Age: Most experts agree that a typical roof will last between 20 and 25 years. It also depends on whether the current roof has one layer of shingles and is properly ventilated. If the roof was installed over another layer and is older than 20 years, chances are you need a new roof.
• Curling or Buckling: Shingles that are curling or buckling are another sign that you may need a new roof. If you see that this is happening it could mean that your shingles are past their life expectancy.
• Missing or Broken Shingles: If you see that your roof shingles are falling apart or missing in the valleys, you could be susceptible to roof leaks.
• Chimney Flashing: An older chimney may be flashed with cement or tar. It may be time to replace with a metal flashing system.
• Shingle Granules: When cleaning your gutters, look and see if there are any shingle granules or look to see if any of the granules have worn away.
• Seeing daylight through roof boards: If you notice a spongy feeling when walking on the roof or if you see daylight coming through the roof boards it is likely time for a new roof.

Soon we will experience extreme weather conditions in New England. If your roof is showing signs of age or damage, you may want to consider a new roof. Three Sons Window & Door offers complete roofing replacement services. We specialize in CertainTeed and GAF shingles and are fully licensed and insured.