Roofing Problems

8 Warning Signs of Roof Damage

Typical roof damage problems are caused by severe weather and can be used in insurance claims, such as a hail damage roof insurance claim. After a hail storm happens, signs of roof damage may not appear till years later when roof leaking occurs. It is important to have a trained specialist inspect your roof if you suspect damage.

If your roof shows any of the following warning signs of roof damage, you may already have a problem:

Ceiling Spots

Caused by leaks in the roof
Check attic and crawl space for leaks in the deck
Check chimney and vents for cracks in flashing
Check rafters for leaks that “travel” away from original source
Check eaves for water backing up from ice dams
Check roof for damaged shingles

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Damaged Flashing

Caused by improper installation (on new roof)
Caused by drying and cracking (on old roof)
Can sometimes be repaired without replacing roof

Missing Shingles

Caused by improper fastening
Caused by roof wind damage
Can usually be replaced individually

Buckling & Curling

Caused by improperly applied felt (buckling)
Caused by movement in deck (buckling)
Caused by under saturation of asphalt felt (curling)

Blistering

Caused by application over wet deck
Caused by moisture in shingle
Check chimney and vents for cracks in flashing
Caused by inadequate ventilation

Fungus Growth

Caused by growth of airborne fungi or algae deposited on roof
Appearance problem that does not affect the service life of the roofing material

Missing Granules

Normally a certain number of granules will be loose, especially after application
On aging shingles, indicates need for replacement

Rotting

Caused by absorption of moisture by mat
Common problem with organic-based shingles