5 Clear Signs Your Roof Needs Replacement

Most asphalt shingle roofs in New Jersey last 20 to 25 years. After that, the shingles start to lose their granules, the underlayment begins to break down, and small problems become big ones quickly. Knowing when to replace before a leak forces your hand can save you thousands in interior damage.

1. Curling, cupping, or clawing shingles. When shingles start to curl at the edges or cup in the middle, they're losing their seal. Wind and water find their way underneath and damage accelerates fast.

2. Bald spots and granules in the gutters. Granules are the protective coating on shingles. When you see piles of them washing into the gutters, the shingles below are exposed and counting down.

3. Daylight visible in the attic. Climb up with a flashlight on a sunny day. If you can see pinpricks of light through the deck, water is finding the same path.

4. Multiple repairs in the same area. One leak is a repair. Three in two years means the roof is failing in patterns and patching is throwing good money after bad.

5. Age plus appearance. If your roof is over 20 years old and looks tired, get it inspected. We provide free written assessments with photos so you can plan instead of react.