Mont Belvieu, Texas, USA
Common types of roof damage
Hail Damage
Hail Damage
Hail Damage
Hail damage can manifest as small dark spots on asphalt shingles or larger cracks on cedar shake roofs, and may prove harder to identify on some metal or synthetic roofs.Hail damage can alsompromise shingle granules, making the roof susceptible to UV rays and water intrusion, leading to leaks that require urgent repair! Minor repairs may suffice in most cases, but homeowners should consider replacing the roof if they can find more than eight roof damage spots per 100 square feet. Choosing roofing materials that can withstand high impacts can help prevent hail damage in the future.
Wind Damage
Hail Damage
Hail Damage
Wind damage shows up as tears, cracks, curled corners, or missing shingles, making the roof more vulnerable in inclement weather.
Installing a roofing material with a high wind rating will minimize roof damage. But preventing wind damage at all proves impossible. Even the best roof materials can fail due to poor installation, the leading cause of wind damage.
Moss Damage
Hail Damage
UV and Heat Damage
Moisture problems may develop if the roof sits in a shady area or if residents neglect proper gutter cleaning. Lack of proper maintenance and poor drainage will lead moss to grow. Sometimes the moss can grow underneath the shingles and damage the plywood decking.
UV and Heat Damage
UV and Heat Damage
UV and Heat Damage
Areas with missing granules from recent impacts prove especially vulnerable to heat damage, causing asphalt warping, potential leaks, and high energy bills. Visual inspection from the ground using binoculars can identify issues like curling edges, cracks, or gaps.
Structural Damage
UV and Heat Damage
Structural Damage
Structural damage to the roof, indicated by holes or collapse after a storm, requires attention. Subtle signs like sagging or bending may signal underlying structural issues, necessitating immediate repair.The fascia, soffit, and plywood decking remain susceptible to damage from rain and heat over time. Storms, high winds, and aging can make shingles loose, cracked, or missing.
Mechanical Damage
UV and Heat Damage
Structural Damage
Roofs can sustain damage from human activities like cleaning gutters, shoveling snow, or walking on steep asphalt roofs in hot weather. Signs of damage may appear as loose or cracked shingles, missing granules, and dark spots. Some common problem areas include: Chimneys, Valleys, Skylights, Rakes, Walls