I
have been thinking I might buy shingles locally in Charlotte NC, and repair my
asphalt shingle roof myself. Strong winds have blown old shingles off my roof,
and according to DIT videos I have seen online, I ought to be able to repair my
asphalt shingle roof and correct the storm damage alone.
Stay on the ground
There are several reasons why you should hire professional
roofers such as Advanced Roofing and Exteriors in Charlotte: First, doing roof
work is dangerous business. Unless you are an experienced roofer or used to
being on a roof, and are intimately familiar with the roof I question, stay on
the ground. Second, professional roofers are insured against injury or damage. Are
you? Third, roofing manufacturers honor warranty claims only if their product
was properly applied, and homeowners insurance does not pay for avoidable
damages. Even if these issues do not concern you, it is still a good idea to
stay on the ground.
I hear it is easy
to repair my asphalt shingle roof
Replacing storm-damaged shingles does not seem to be that difficult. Many roofing
novices expect to save money by replacing their own asphalt shingles , which
involves stripping off damages shingles, putting down a new underlayment or
cementing holes in the existing underlayment, laying out the shingles in the
proper pattern and securing them in place with a nail gun. Working around or
repairing flashing, the strips of metal along the edges of the roof that
prevent water from seeping in.
Flashing
Despite being water-repellant, asphalt shingles have a
reputation for causing roof leaks and dripping water. Why? The major cause of
residential roof leaks, regardless of strong winds and storm damage or not, is
a fault related to incorrectly installed roof flashing. Depending on your roof
style, you probably have flashing in the valleys, around the chimney and pipes,
and around dormer windows or skylights. Most storm damage shows up around
flashing that has deteriorated due to weathering, or aging.
Asphalt shingles lifespan
Most shingles have a lifetime of about 15 years, and easily
fall victim to strong winds and storm damage. Common telltale signs of worn
asphalt shingles on your Ft Mill, SC, roof, are discoloring and curled edges.
And, when the ceramic granules on your shingles are worn away, they are more
susceptible to strong winds.
Leave it to the
professionals
Your residential roof serves one major purpose: to be a
barrier against the elements, and the most difficult weather element to control
is water. When strong winds have caused storm damage to your shingles, call in
expert roofers who have the experience, equipment, and expertise to repair and
protect your home from the elements. Advanced Roofing and Exteriors in
Charlotte, with service extending to Ft Mill and Rock Hill SC, specializes in
residential asphalt shingle roof repair.
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