Roofing Tips: How to Tell if Your Roof Will Need to be Replaced Soon

A lot of components of a home are often taken for granted. While many people tend to keep a close watch on their HVAC systems or plumbing systems, a handful of homeowners in Schaumburg often forget to check the condition of their roofs. This can be problematic as issues with a roof can easily lead to costly water damage through leaks and other expensive problems.
Fortunately, roofing issues and their causes are easy to identify before things get out of hand. You just need to know what to look for. With that in mind, here are a few tips to help you inspect your roofing:

SAND IN THE GUTTERS

Did you know you can tell the condition of your asphalt shingles as you clean your gutters out? It’s pretty efficient, right? All you have to do is check for anything that looks like granules of sand (color would depend on the color of your shingles) inside your gutters. This “sand” is actually asphalt granules from your shingles. The presence of these granules in your gutters means that your shingles are more susceptible to UV damage, significantly shortening their service life. Read more from this blog: http://bit.ly/2twKTp6