There are commonly known facts about your home, but here is a little known fact that most homeowners are totally unaware of, which could save you thousands:
“If your roof is more than 20 years old, there’s a good chance that it’s due for replacement. But younger roofs fail too, so it is a good idea to inspect a roof at least once a year.” ~ Tom Silva, This Old House
Although this little-known fact seems so very simple, few homeowners are aware of how important it really is! When was the last time you had your roof inspected? On the other hand, were you even aware that it needs an inspection each year? A roof of any age can leak, and more than not, it takes some time before water stains show up in your home. Often, by the time you notice the signs of a leak, it has already caused serious damage!
For signs of a roof leak to show up in your home, the water must pass through your shingles, pass through your felt underlayment, pass through your plywood, saturate 10 to 12 inches of insulation in your attic, and then soak through your drywall ceiling or wall! What’s even worse, many times water will leak within the wall cavity, sometimes for years, before you realize the problem exists! This can result in major damages! As a roofing contractor, I’ve seen this all too many times. What could have been a simple repair caused major damage to a home’s interior, something an annual roof inspection could have easily prevented from happening in the first place.
Call (314-378-6623) or email today to have your roof inspected!
