What was the most recent time that you checked your roof for damages – read more? Take a quick glance every time that you enter or exit your house. There are often no obvious signs of damage, but your roof might be nearing destruction. You should be aware of these signs.
Dark patches and trails. Examine your chimney. Look at the areas near your vents as well on your ceiling. In fact, stains and trails can indicate water damage from excessive leakage caused by rainwater or melting ice. These stains can also occur due to poor ventilation and condensation. It is important to call a company if there is any moisture in the area.
You may notice broken or missing pieces in your roof. You might be missing some shakes, tiles or shingles if light is shining through your attic ceiling. This is very common when your roof’s shingles or tiles have become dislodged because of weather disruptions such as strong winds and heavy rainfall. When everything looks to be fine, look for cracks.
Roofing distortion. The roof can become distorted due to improper ventilation. You may notice warping or curling, as well as blistering. If these are detected in time, roofing repairs can quickly be made.
Pest activity. Concord’s population is only about 120,000, but roof damage from rats and other pests are still a problem. They can damage your roof by gnawing on wood shingles or leaving greenish marks. Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control is available to help with any pest issues.