10 signs you need a new roof in North Texas.

Most roofs give warning signs years before they fail. Here is what to look for, from the ground and from the attic.

From the ground

1. Age. Standard shingles in Texas heat often last 15–20 years.
2. Granules in the gutters. Shingles shed their protective granules as they wear out.
3. Curling or cupped shingles. Heat and age make edges lift.
4. Missing shingles. One or two is a repair; many across slopes is a pattern.
5. Dark streaks or bare spots. Often worn granules, sometimes algae.
6. Sagging lines. A wavy roofline can mean decking or structure problems.

From inside

7. Ceiling stains.
8. Daylight through the attic boards.
9. Damp insulation or a musty smell.
10. High cooling bills from poor ventilation or a hot attic.

Repair or replace?

One or two of these signs in one area usually means a repair. Several signs across the roof, plus age, usually means replacement. A FREE drone scan shows you the whole roof without anyone guessing.

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Written by Mike Davis, owner of RezComm Professional Services.

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