Hidden Roof Decking Damage Can Be More Serious Than It Looks

Most homeowners can see damaged shingles.

What they cannot see is often more important.

Underneath your shingles is the roof decking that supports the roofing system. When water gets through damaged shingles, flashing or other vulnerable areas, that decking can begin deteriorating long before obvious damage appears inside the home.

Roanoke Roofing Pros helps homeowners identify roof problems before they turn into major structural repairs.

Possible signs of roof-decking problems include:

• Soft areas in the roof
• Sagging sections
• Persistent roof leaks
• Water stains
• Musty attic odors
• Rotting wood
• Repeated shingle problems in the same area
• Visible moisture in the attic

A roof can sometimes look reasonably good from the ground even though moisture has been entering underneath the shingles.

That is why a proper roof evaluation is about more than simply looking for a missing shingle.

When replacement is necessary, damaged decking should be identified and repaired before the new roofing system is installed. Installing new shingles over deteriorated wood does not solve the underlying problem.

Roanoke Roofing Pros provides roofing services for homeowners throughout Roanoke and surrounding communities.

If your roof is aging, leaking, sagging or showing signs of storm damage, having it inspected sooner can help determine whether you need a targeted repair or a complete roofing solution.