A roof doesn't usually fail all at once. It wears out gradually, and small problems add up until repairs stop making financial sense. Here are seven signs we look for when deciding whether a roof should be repaired or replaced.
1. Age. Most asphalt shingle roofs in North Texas last 20 to 30 years. If yours is in that range and showing other signs of wear, it's time to start planning.
2. Curling, cracking, or missing shingles. Texas heat bakes shingles over time. When they curl at the edges, crack, or blow off in normal wind, the roof is losing its ability to shed water.
3. Granules in the gutters. Shingles are coated in granules that protect them from UV. Piles of granules in your gutters or at the bottom of downspouts mean the shingles are wearing thin.
4. Sagging. A roofline that dips or sags can indicate rotted decking or structural problems. This needs attention right away.
5. Daylight in the attic. If you can see light through the roof boards, water can get in too.
6. Repeated leaks. One leak is a repair. Leaks in several places, or the same area leaking again and again, usually mean the whole system is failing.
7. Storm damage. Significant hail or wind damage can shorten a roof's life dramatically, and may be covered by insurance.
Not sure where your roof stands? K Ranch Roofing and Construction offers free roof inspections across Fort Worth and the surrounding area. We'll tell you honestly whether a repair will do. Call (817) 829-7103.