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Answers to Questions About Roof Leaks & Other Common Roofing Questions

The roof of your home isn’t only a major investment, but it also provides protection for your family and the interior structure of your home against leaks. With routine maintenance and understanding the importance of keeping your roof in the best condition possible, the life span of the roof can be extensive. When it comes to leaks and other problems encountered by roofers Mount Pleasant homeowners often have a variety of questions. The following are the answers to the most common questions customers ask regarding roofing.
What are Some Things to Look for That May Indicate the Roof is Leaking?
There are a several signs that alert roofers Mount Pleasant homes may have a roof leak, such as stains on the ceiling, rust spots on flashing, vents and other metal features of the roof and dampness in the attic. It is important to note that if you notice color variations in the wall or ceiling color, it may be a sign of water building up behind the drywall as a result of a roof leak, so you should contact a local roofing company as soon as possible.

How Will I Know When it’s Time for a New Roof?

Unfortunately, in most situations, a homeowner doesn’t consider their roof until there is a problem with leaks or if there are visible signs of roof damage. Although there are no exact rules to help determine when you need a new roof, peeling or cracked shingles, missing shingles or significantly aged roofs often alert roofers Mount Pleasant homes should have the replaced in order to avoid further damage. If you are noticing water damage in the interior walls or ceilings, there is most like a leak, so you should consider have the roof replaced.

Is There Anything I Should Be Aware of Before I choose a New Roof?

There are two main factors to take into consideration before choosing a new roof; the appearance of the roof and the life span of the roof. The climate plays an essential role in the type of roofing that is best suited for your home in order to prevent roof leaks. Fortunately, BW Construction roofers Mount Pleasant will be able to help you determine which roofing materials are the best suited for your home specifically. There are several roofing material options to choose from; ranging from to traditional shingles to environmentally friendly maters, so take your time and choose the design that best suits the exterior of your home as well as materials that offer a long life span.

How Long Does it Take to Install a New Roof?

This is one of the most common questions BW Construction roofers Mount Pleasant are asked. In most situations, the average home can have a completely new roof installed within a few days. However, the exact amount of time it takes to install a new roof depends on a variety of factors, such as the weather conditions, the severity of damage from previous roof leaks, the roof pitch, whether or not the old roof must be completely removed and the size and style of the roof.
Once the new roof has been installed by the roofers Mount Pleasant homeowners should be diligent about keeping the new roof in good condition and prevent the risk of future roof leaks. A few things you can do to ensure a long life span of the new roof is to have routine maintenance and inspections done by a professional roofing company, make sure the gutters are cleaned at least twice a year and visually inspect the roof yourself from the ground by looking for signs of damage such as loose shingles and if you notice any damage, have the repairs done as soon as possible.
Lose shingles are the early warning signs of possible roof damage. Contact BW Construction today before any more damage occurs.
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