The cost of replacing your home’s roof can be significant.  Like any other major investment, it should be given plenty of consideration before taking the plunge. Sometimes there are signs that make it obvious that replacing the roof is necessary.  If that is the case, it may be time to consider whether it will be a metal roof replacement or some other type of roofing material.

Here are some not as obvious signs to look for:

Roof Deterioration

If your shingle roof has been in place for 20-25 years or more, chances are it’s getting near the end of its life cycle. At the very least you should check closely for some of these indications:

  • Curled or buckling shingles
  • Shingles that are losing their granules. If you start seeing lots of shingle granules accumulating in your drainage systems, the shingles are nearing the end of their effective life.
  • Damaged or missing shingles in the valleys of the roof. Water runoff goes through these valleys into the drainage system and when shingles are missing, there is the potential for roof leakage to occur.
  • Missing shingles on various points of the roof are a warning sign, especially if these get to be numerous in occurrence. If you can see the underlayment or decking through any section of the roof, replacement is a no-brainer.

Typical life expectancy of roofing types

The length of time that a roof lasts is mainly due to the kind of material it’s made from, although other factors may influence life expectancy as well. Asphalt roofs will usually last between 15 and 25 years (highest quality shingles may last up to 50 years).  Roofs made of wood like cedar shake roofs can last anywhere between 20 and 50 years, with variability attributable to climate. Slate roofs can last from 50 to 100 years with a little care, and metal roofs are also long-life roofs, often lasting as much as 100 years, but normally at least in the 50 year range.

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