{"id":82,"date":"2021-09-08T20:18:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-08T20:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/armourexteriors.com\/blog\/?p=82"},"modified":"2022-03-19T17:49:36","modified_gmt":"2022-03-19T17:49:36","slug":"brighton-roofing-identifying-worn-roof-shingles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/armourexteriors.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/08\/brighton-roofing-identifying-worn-roof-shingles\/","title":{"rendered":"Brighton Roofing: Identifying Worn Roof Shingles"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"82\" class=\"elementor elementor-82\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b31885d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b31885d\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4ff1935\" data-id=\"4ff1935\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-708e434 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"708e434\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/armourroofing.ywpstaging.com\/xthumbnail.php,qfile=,harmourroofing.ywpstaging.com,_,_blog,_files,_1057,_6868_bigstock-Morgantown-Wv---April----362709157.jpg,amaxw=0.00,amaxh=0.00,asrcx=386.00,asrcy=274.00,acropw=0.00,acroph=0.00.pagespeed.ic.nhV99tsRPO.webp\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-f7ad0a1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"f7ad0a1\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a0b42dd\" data-id=\"a0b42dd\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d6d144d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d6d144d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"_blog_content_container\"><p>Most homeowners do not think about the state of their roof until there is a breach of water leaking inside their homes. Do not be a person who is caught off guard; instead, be prepared! Here are some pointers to help you spot a potential roofing problem. Remember, it is always best to get assistance from a reliable <a href=\"https:\/\/armourexteriors.com\/Brighton-roof-repair.htm\">Brighton roof repair<\/a> contractor like <strong>Armour Exteriors, a <em>GAF Master Elite Certified<\/em><\/strong> roofer.<\/p><ul><li>It may seem apparent but check for misplaced shingles. Although the former roofing contractor should have put a protective coating of tar paper or ice shield, it is not capable of withstanding the weather for an extended length of time.<\/li><li>Examine your shingles to determine whether they are broken, curled, or buckled. This might be due to a ventilation problem or just old age. If the shingles on your roof do not lay flat, the tar strip beneath is not working correctly. These shingles are extremely wind-resistant and will most likely fly off over time. A qualified roofing contractor will be able to inform you whether you have a ventilation issue and how to remedy it.<\/li><li>Examine the quantity of grit on your shingles. Roof shingles with smooth black on the bottom indicate that the granules are breaking free and revealing the tar layer of the shingles. Checking your gutters or downspouts is another technique to discover whether you are losing granules. If there are too many granules in these areas, your roof shingles are shedding their protective coating and are nearing the end of their useful life.<\/li><li>Check the underneath of the roof decking if you have accessibility to your attic. See if you can detect any new watermarks after a heavy storm. Look for any wet or soft places on your plywood as well. Keep a watchful eye on any roof vents, plumbing vents, skylights, or chimneys. Water is more likely to get in at these points.<\/li><li>While in the attic, look for any signs of daylight. Light may occasionally be visible coming from the low end of the roof or where the gutters are. This might be an issue during heavy rains or snow and ice accumulation. This can be remedied by installing flashing or an ice and water barrier. Look for any pinholes in your roof flashing near chimneys or skylights. This should be fixed with some well-placed tar; if the flashing is rotted away, it will need to be repaired.<\/li><li>Roof age &#8211; A properly fitted 3-tab roof shingle will endure between 20 and 25 years. A properly placed architectural style roof shingle should last around 30 years. A trained roofer can identify which characteristics may add or remove a few years from those figures. If your roof has two levels, it is most certainly over 20-25 years old.<\/li><\/ul><p>It is preferable to try to identify these items from the ground, in my opinion. It may sound strange, but a pair of binoculars may help you get a good close-up of your roof tiles. Contact a professional <a href=\"https:\/\/armourexteriors.com\/Brighton-Roofing-contractor.htm\">Brighton roofing contractor<\/a> for a proper roof check. They will advise you on the best course of action for your roof.<\/p><p>To learn more about our roofing services or to get answers to any concerns you may have, call <strong>Armour Roofing<\/strong> at <strong>(303) 798-7663<\/strong>. We provide <strong><em>free estimates<\/em><\/strong>. Your project will be finished on time, on budget, and according to your exact specifications and expectations!<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most homeowners do not think about the state of their roof until there is a breach of water leaking inside their homes. Do not be a person who is caught off guard; instead, be prepared! Here are some pointers to help you spot a potential roofing problem. 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