When you are a homeowner there is a balance when it comes to making repairs and needing to replace things. You need to become a little bit of a jack of all trades, not so much to complete the work that has to be done, but at least knowing what needs to be done. The great thing is that you can find a professional that can come out and take care of just about any home care project that you might have. If your dishwasher breaks down you know it and it is a simple moment to decide that you need someone to come out and repair or replace it. There are areas of the house that may be a bit harder to know when you need some professional help. One of the areas is a place that you use every day but you just don’t see it and that is the roof. You need it to do its job so that your home is protected from the elements. Nickerson Roofing outlines when you need to call out a professional roofer.

Is it Normal for a Roof to Sag?

One of the signs that you have a problem with your roof and that it will need immediate attention is if you notice any sagging. It is a good idea to take time throughout the year to go out to the street so that you can see the roof and the level of it. The roof should be a solid, straight a level line that does not have any change. When you look from the street you want to look for any signs that the roof is sagging even if it seems to be minor. The best thing that you can do is to call a professional that can come out and inspect the roof. If there roof is sagging you want to make sure that it is repaired right away. If it is allowed to go too long the roof has the potential to fall into the house. The damage that can be done if it is allowed to go this far can be very substantial. If you are unsure if the roof has a sag it is best to have it inspected.

Missing Shingles & Tiles

If you are checking on the roof and you notice that there are missing parts such as shingles or tiles you want to make sure that you have them repaired. You might think that a single tile or a small area is not a big deal but that puts the rest of the roof at risk. The missing tile can start to allow moisture to get under the roof and leak into the house. This then leads to mold and mildew growth that can be dangerous to your health. You may not see the missing area but you may find them on the ground around your home. If this is the case you want to call a professional right away.

Roof Leak in the House

Sometimes the roof does not have a sign that is visible but there is still damage. The only way that you find out about the problem is when you have a leak in the house. The leak may show up as a wet spot on ceiling or down a wall. This means that water is getting in somewhere and a roof inspection is the only way to pinpoint and repair the issue.

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Nickerson Roofing can come out to your home and do a roofing inspection to find any damage that needs to be
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