When To Replace Your Roof

The roof of a house is designed to be consumable and it takes a beating and banging over the years to protect your home. After years and wear and tear, it will eventually need to be replaced to keep your home protected for hopefully another 20+ years.

With normal wear and tear, roof repairs can only last for so long and you can’t patch the roof up forever. When it makes more sense to replace the roof instead of continuing to repair it, Premier Group has the professionals to get the job done.

Damage

Opposed to normal wear and tear, roof damage can happen at any time and may leave you in need of a new roof. The weather in South Florida can put a beating on roofs so if you have damage, we can come take a look at it for you.

Wind Damage

South Florida is no stranger to hurricane season and the high winds that come with it. Strong winds can cause severe damage to shingle roofs, especially if the shingles are already worn out or were poorly installed.

High wind speeds can lift or loosen shingles and cause them to curl, crack, or break. This can lead to leaks and other types of water damage, especially if the storm brings heavy rains with it.

Metal roofs can also be affected by wind if an edge or seam comes loose and allows the wind to push under the metal panels. This could bend or buckle the metal, loosen other panels, or allow panels to be completely blown off.

Impact Damage

You may have heard the phrase “It’s not that the wind is blowing, it’s what the wind is blowing.” Roof impacts can be common in South Florida, especially during hurricane season. Hail can fall or debris can become airborne and be blown into your roof.

These impacts can break shingles loose, damage metal panels, and punch physical holes and need to be addressed right away. It is important to look at your roof after severe weather and if you see anything out of the ordinary, contact a professional right away.

Water Damage

While a roof in good condition will do a good job dealing with water, rain, and snow can cause lots of problems to a roof that has damage. Luckily, snow isn’t a concern in Homestead, but roof damage can allow water to leak through or pool up which will only make things worse.

Water leaks can cause rotting, mold, and structural damage to your home. Water runs downward so anything below your roof like insulation, interior ceilings, electrical systems, and more can be affected by a small water leak on the roof. It is important to solve the leak quickly to prevent bigger issues.

UV Damage

The South Florida sun beating down on your roof will cause some damage over the years. Extended UV exposure can cause cracking, buckling, and curling to your traditional asphalt shingles. This is normal and expected but the roof will eventually need to be replaced.