There are times when it may be difficult to tell whether your roof has been damaged by a storm, let alone if the roof needs to be replaced. Here are some things you can do or look for to determine whether or not your home in Tulsa needs a roof replacement:
Many times, you may be able to notice visible signs of aging without having to climb up onto the roof. Do you see any shingles that have been bent or warped? Are there streaks up and down the roof? Do you notice moss growing on the shingles? Are you always finding shingles in your yard? These are all signs that your roof is getting old and may need to be replaced.
There are many reasons a roof may start to sag. In Oklahoma, ice storms can leave heavy ice on the roof, compromising its structure and causing it to sag under the weight. Other times, old roofs exposed to trapped moisture can start to sag. If your roof is sagging, call us immediately for a roof replacement. A sagging roof can potentially collapse and compromise the integrity of your home.
Check the attic to see how well the roof is aging. Old leaky roofs can lead to severe water damage not only to the attic but also to the structure and interior of your home. Go up into the attic and look for water stains and rotting wood. Even if your roof isn’t that old, you should make it a habit of regularly checking the attic of your home to see if your roof is leaking.
One of the easiest ways to tell whether or not you need a new roof is by calling us for a free roof inspection. We’ll look at the structure of your roof and whether there is any damage that warrants a complete roof replacement. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
If you are ready to replace your roof, you definitely want the job done right and a roof built to last. Green Country Roofing covers every aspect of your new roof, down to the smallest component.
After your current roof is torn off, we evaluate the decking on your roof. Just like your home itself needs a solid foundation, so does your roof. The decking should lay a sure foundation for the shingles. If the decking is too thin, too soft, or too widely spaced, it will not be able to withstand having shingles nailed into it. Decking on homes built today is up to code and will provide a solid surface for the remaining roofing components compared to homes built in the 50s, 60s, or 70s, which might have issues with the decking.
Once the decking has been evaluated and addressed, the shingles can now be secured. We only install dimensional and premium shingles that can withstand the strong winds of our area. We feel so strongly about the excellence of the quality of shingles we use that we install them as an automatic upgrade. We value having the opportunity to educate our customers about the variety of shingles on the market today so that together we can determine what might best meet their needs. Many of our customers have chosen an impact-resistant shingle, which will hold up much better in the event of a hailstorm. Consequently, you can save yourself money in the long run by paying for this type of impact-resistant shingle upgrade up front.
Because shingles do not work independently, roofing accessories—particularly flashing—are a huge component of a roofing system. Flashing has several units, including step flashing, counter flashing, and hot and cold pipe flashing. The Oklahoma weather will test your roof, and replacing all the flashing components is important. Green Country Roofing will address this with a new roof.
The most overlooked—yet integral—part of a roofing system is ventilation. Homeowners frequently ask us if their current roof has enough vents. The answer is usually an unfortunate “no.” However, there is still hope. Per the manufacturer’s specifications, there is a simple formula to follow. This formula is known as the 1/300th rule. If followed correctly, your attic will have a balanced ventilation system that will extend the life of your roof and cut down on cooling costs in the summertime.
