How do you know if it is time for a new roof? We get asked this questions from homeowners in Park City every week. Having a properly functioning roof on your home is essential in Park City. A roof that is at the end of its life can cause many problems for homeowners once we experience cold temperatures and snow.

Let’s take a look at 3 signs that homeowners can look out for to tell them if it might be time for a new roof.

1. GRANULES ARE COLLECTING IN YOUR GUTTER

A significant sign that your shingle roof is reaching the end of its life is finding asphalt granules collecting in your gutter. Overtime, shingle roofs will begin losing some of their asphalt top material that protects your home from the elements. At the end of a shingles life, asphalt granules come off much more rapidly.

If you are finding granules connecting in your gutter, it is a sign that you might need to start looking into getting a new roof for your home.

2. SHINGLES ARE CURLING OR CRACKING

Shingles that are curled are another sign that your roof is reaching the end of its life. Take a look at your roof slopes, especially those with direct sunlight, and see if the bottom your shingles are curling up towards the sky.

Shingles will begin to curl due to a loss of asphalt granules that keep the shingle protected and ridged.

3. CONSISTENT ROOF LEAKS

If your roof always leaks it is likely time for a new roof. Roofs that leak consistently are usually caused by old materials no longer being capable of adequately keeping out water.

Materials break down over time and begin to become more susceptible to water penetrations.  

If you are experiencing consistent roof leaks, it may be time for a new roof.