San Francisco Roofing Company Explains How to Spot Water Damage

Just like everything else in your home, your roof also needs occasional checkup and maintenance. The good news is that you can check the status of the roof yourself or hire a San Francisco roofing company to do the job. Regardless of your choice, here are five signs of roof damage to bear in mind:

1. Missing shingles

If you discover that some shingles have gone missing – possibly due to a strong gust of wind – you should have those replaced immediately. Missing shingles expose parts of your roof to nature’s elements, which might cause water damage to the exposed wood decking.

Or if you find the asphalt shingles curling up at the edges, it might mean they have already taken some amount of water damage. Get them replaced in both cases.

2. Roofing granules in the gutter

Finding leaves in your gutters is one thing, but finding roofing granules is a whole different story altogether. Sure, it’s natural for any roof to lose some granules but when you find your gutter clogged up from granules, it might be time for a roof checkup. Like shingles, lack of granules also exposes you to various risks.

3. Leaky roof beams

Go up to your attic with a flashlight and see if you notice sunlight shining through the roof beams. If the answer is yes, it means water might or is already seeping in. Have it fixed immediately! If your insulation is also showing signs of mold and moisture, then it means you need to check for damage here as well.

4. Signs of aging

Like everything else, roofs also have a shelf life – that’s just the reality. So, if you think it’s been quite some time since your roof has been just sitting there, doing its job, then it might be time to consider a replacement. An old roof shouldn’t be too difficult to notice.

5. Problems with flashing

Is the flashing around the chimney, rooftop, or vent pipe in top condition? If not, it might lead to water seepage and eventually costly damage. On flat roofs, flashing is often the most common cause of roof leaks, and you should be mindful of that.

See Also: 6 Roof Repair Tips All Homeowners Should Know

Contact Our Oakland Roofing Contractor for a Roof Inspection or Repair

We know you have better things to do than go check for roof damage. Our Oakland roofing contractors have decades of experience in residential and commercial roofing installation and repair. Contact us online 24/7 or by phone at (510) 690-8570 to set up a roofing inspection appointment.