The average life of your asphalt shingle roof is just a mere decade. Worst of all, your asphalt shingles roof lifespan will be even less when the severe summer storms and wet winter weather that often plagues Clifton and the rest of the Northern Virginia area take its toll on your shingles. With regular roofing inspections, the right maintenance and the occasional roof repair, you can be sure that you’re going to extend the lifespan of your shingled roof for many more years to come before the inevitable roof replacement is necessary.

Without a biannual roofing inspection, your home or businesses roof might be in danger of leaking by the time winter and summers severe weather conditions take effect. Here at Roof.net, we recommend that you have your asphalt roof inspected once in the spring and once in the fall before the snow and heat has a chance to cause more damages. While it’s never recommended that you climb on a ladder and inspect your own roof, you can easily perform a visual inspection from the ground. If you spot any of the following roofing problems on your home or business, don’t wait for a roof leak before you call in a crew of professional roofers. Give us a call today at (703)303-8546 or send us your information online by filling out the box in the left-hand corner of your screen and we’ll send a professional roofer to inspect your home or businesses roof and provide you with a no cost, no obligation estimate today. Check out our roofing contractor’s reviews and see for yourself why we offer the best roofing inspection, repairs and replacements in Clifton and the entire Northern Virginia area.

• Stains - and other discolorations on a roof can be a bad sign. Heavy rust stains may mean that your metal flashings are in need of repair. Dark stains around roofing penetrations may mean that the sealants that protect penetrations from leaking are beginning to break apart and decay. If you spot any odd discolorations on your roof, you can bet that a roof leak will take place soon.

• Exposed Nails - An exposed nail is more than just an eye sore. It can easily be a roof leak waiting to happen. Humps and bumps under shingles can be signs that roofing nails are beginning to pull out of the roof. This may mean that your attic ventilation isn’t doing its job. Be sure that your future roofers inspect your attic ventilation to prevent future problems and roof repairs.

• Cupped Shingles - This common shingle dilemma occurs mostly because the shingles are well past their prime and a roof replacement in necessary. A cupped shingle can also be a serious sign that other roofing problems are taking place. Cupped shingles that occur at the roofs peak may be caused by improper attic ventilation. If you suspect your attic ventilation is working properly, give us a call today at (703)303-8546 and we’ll send a qualified crew of roofers to your home or business and provide you with a complete no obligation roofing inspection—including your attic ventilation.

• Tree Trouble - One of the biggest causes of premature roof repair are trees. Leaf litter that is allowed to build up behind chimneys, in valleys and against walls can cause asphalt shingles to mold and rot. When branches are allowed to rub against shingles, it can quickly cause a roof leak. Keep trees trimmed back from your home at least six feet to prevent future roofing problems.

• Decaying Sealants - When wind, storms and snow pile up around roofing penetrations, against flashings and behind chimneys, you can be sure that roofing sealants are going to be affected. Always be sure to check around roofing penetrations and other areas where tar or sealants are visible. Stains, cracks and peeling materials can all be serious concerns as these are sure signals that a roof repair is necessary.

• Loose Granules - Another concern that you should keep an eye out for when performing a roofing inspection is heavy granule loss. When shingles lose their granules, it’s a sure sign that a roof replacement is going to be necessary soon. Check roofing valleys for any signs of heavy granule loss, then call a crew of professional roofers before a roof leak can happen.