A roof can fail in different ways, and some of them are hard to determine. For instance, a small leak can allow water to seep under the shingles and into the decking, but the actual leak may not be noticeable until the water rots through the decking and enters the home. In other circumstances, such a leak might be visible when the water stains the decking and marks where the problem can be found. To catch these roofing issues quickly, a Roofer needs to inspect the building periodically for signs of trouble.
Another time when a homeowner may need a roofer in the Indianapolis, IN, area is buying or selling a home. The home must be thoroughly inspected so that neither party loses any money. An inspection done by the owner should catch any possible problems and avoid any surprises at closing. An inspection performed by the prospective buyer should catch any failures with the structure, especially the roof so that the new homeowner doesn’t suffer any unexpected expenses.
One of the worst problems that a Roofer in Indianapolis, IN, can discover is damaged decking. The decking of most roofs is a man-made material, usually plywood or OSB (Oriented Strand Board). When water makes it past the shingles or through any sealants, it may soak into this wood. When the wood fibers soak up water, they begin to swell. This causes stress against the resins that hold the material together. The result is the separation of the wood and a serious failure in the roof. To eliminate the issue, the roofer will need to remove the roof covering and eliminate any damaged decking.
If it’s time to replace the roof cover, then the homeowner will need to make a decision. There are several options for new roofing including the standard asphalt shingle. For example, the owner can choose from composite shingles, stamped steel, or fiber-cement tiles. Each of these options provides an extremely durable roof covering that should last for at least three decades. In the case of steel or composite shingles, the service life should be even longer. Another possible benefit to steel roofing is the ability to install it over an existing asphalt roof for additional protection.
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