Roofing is a huge part of home maintenance. You can’t afford to put off a roof replacement too long. If you try to cut corners or procrastinate on this important job, it could cost you a lot in the long run. According to Forbes, depending on your roofing material, your roof can have a lifespan between 20 and over 50 years. The best thing to do is prepare beforehand and get a new roof when the time is right. Here are a few signs that you might need a new roof as recommended by professional roofing companies.

1. Missing Shingles

Extensive missing shingles are a sure sign that you have severe roof damage and may need a new roof. It’s easy to try to ignore cosmetic signs of roof damage, especially if you don’t notice any major leaks yet, but you want to avoid allowing damage to get that far. If your roof starts leaking water into your home, not only will you need roofing repairs but now also water damage restoration services. As soon as you see missing shingles, go ahead and call roofing companies for an estimate.

2. Harsh Weather

If you’ve recently weathered some heavy storms or an impact on your roof, you might have sustained roof damage. Having roofing damage repaired quickly can save your home from additional expenses. As soon as moisture has an entrance into your house, you’ll start seeing water damage. Roofing companies are able to patch up any issues caused by inclement weather.

3. Aging Roof

Roofs, like all other aspects of your home, have an expected service life. As your roof nears the end of its lifespan, it will start deteriorating. You’ll notice more and more problems. If you simply try to fix all the compounding issues that an aging roof gathers, you’ll keep paying for repairs without ever really addressing the actual problem. The reality is that when a roof is at the end of its lifespan, you need a new roof before it becomes an emergency situation.

4. Metal Upgrade

According to the experts at This Old House, asphalt shingles are the most popular roofing material among American homeowners. However, in our experience, metal roofing boasts a higher durability, insulation, recyclability, and lifespan when compared to asphalt roofs. As such, if you're looking to sell your home, it might add to your home value to replace the roof with a metal one.

These are just a few reasons why you’d want to upgrade your roof. If you’re looking for pros in your area or if you have questions about your roof, we're here to help. Please contact Exceptional Exteriors & Renovations, Inc today to schedule your consultation.