Water Leaks
In Florida, leaky roofs are extremely common. We frequently receive torrential rains, and these events take their toll on aging roofs. Evidence of water intrusion is likely to be noticed inside your home first.
Areas where you see water stains on your ceiling, cracked or peeling paint, mold growth, or actively dripping water are signs of a roof leak. If this happens, you must seek a professional roofing contractor right away. Leaving a leak unchecked will further compromise your roof system, and it will also lead to structural damage to your home like wood rot, mold growth, wet insulation, etc.
If you notice a sagging roof from the exterior of your home, this is a major sign your roof needs repaired and likely replaced, depending on how big of an area of your roof is sagging.
At Big D Roofing, we can quickly identify the source of the leak and make an assessment to determine the best solution. Depending on the extent of the leak and the age of your roof, it might be possible to simply repair the damaged area. However, if the age of your roof is 20 years old or more or if 25-30% of the roof is damaged, it’s more cost-effective to replace the entire roof.
Call Big D Roofing in Ocala, FL today if you need a professional to assess your leaky roof.
Roof Discoloration
Several factors cause roof discoloration. One cause is algae growth. Another is the loss of granules from the shingle surface. Over time, the rain washes away shingle granules.
Granules help keep the roof water-tight. If a significant portion of your roof is discolored, it could signify that you need a new roof. However, discoloration isn’t always a sign your roof needs to be replaced.
If your roof has algal build-up, it can easily be cleaned. If you’re not sure if your discolored roof is cause for concern, give us a call so we can come out and assess.
Damaged or Missing Shingles
Another sign your roof needs repaired is if you see damaged or missing shingles. Missing shingles usually occur following a strong wind event, like a hurricane or severe thunderstorm. In the case of a missing shingle, your roof’s ability to repel water is compromised.
It’s important to replace the missing shingles right away. Otherwise, water will cause damage to the underlying materials. Call Big D in Ocala, FL to come out to assess your damaged asphalt shingle roof.