Your roof is a big part of your home and a big investment you’ve made as well. In order to protect your roof, you need to know what damage signs to look for. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, roughly 10% of the estimated 100,000 thunderstorms in the U.S. annually are categorized as severe, which can lead to damage. Recognizing the signs of hidden damage early on can make a big difference in the quality of your roof overall. Here are a few signs to look for.



1. Clogged Gutters

Clogged gutters might not necessarily mean that your roof is damaged, but it can definitely lead to damage. Gutters can be a silent threat to your roof quality. When gutters are dirty and clogged, they can’t move water away from your roof effectively. This results in water pooling on the roof. When water pools on the roof, it can result in water damage. Keep your gutters in good shape to avoid this threat.

2. Missing Shingles

You should also be on the lookout for missing shingles. Missing shingles means that your roof is vulnerable to damage or that it’s already damaged. The shingles are the first line of defense against the elements that threaten your roof. If shingles are missing, then there’s nothing protecting those places on your roof.

3. Stains Indoors

If your roof is damaged in some way, you might start to see staining inside your home. You might notice brown stains that spread across your ceiling. This is usually an ominous sign of roof damage. It means that water has already made it through your shingles, underlayment, attic, insulation, and ceiling materials. This is a sure sign of significant roof damage. You need to contact roofing services as soon as possible for help.

4. Light Coming In

You can inspect your roof for damage by checking the attic. Turn off all attic lights during the day and look for any light streaming into the space. If you can see any light coming in, you have a vulnerable spot. You need to get roofing services out to conduct a roof inspection.

5. Damaged Shingles

Even if shingles aren’t completely missing, they might be damaged and that still puts your roof at risk. Damaged shingles can’t protect the roof in the same way that good shingles can. If you see shingles that seem frayed or torn, you need to get a roofing company to perform repairs for you as soon as possible so that you can avoid more expensive repairs later.

Hidden roof damage takes some time to spot and this is where you have to be diligent with inspections and watching for the listed signs. These are just a few things to look out for. If you need roofing services, please contact Exterior Solutions today.