Shingle Replacement Burlington
Burlington Shingles Repair & Replacement
When it comes to roofing types, shingles are among the popular options for homeowners. It’s not difficult to understand why. Shingles are durable, they last a long time and they provide a unique aesthetic component to the home’s look, often helping to improve curb appeal. However, shingle roofs will experience problems without regular maintenance. Roofers Burlington provides a number of shingle repair services to homeowners in order to help maintain their shingle roofs for as long as possible.
If your roof is more than 20 years old and most of the shingles are damaged or badly worn, it’s time to replace it. But if your roof is basically sound and is at a relatively shallow pitch that you’re comfortable working on, you can probably handle most repairs yourself. Here, we’ll take you through the three most-common ones: replacing damaged shingles; gluing down a badly curled shingle and repairing shingles that have cracked. Always make roof repairs on a warm, dry afternoon; the shingles will be more supple and less likely to crack. And never climb onto a roof that’s wet, icy, or covered with morning dew.
At Roofers Burlington, we are proud of our reputation for honesty, reliability, and integrity. We will thoroughly inspect your roof, and give you an honest evaluation. If the life of your roof can be extended with roof repair alone, that is what we will do. If your roof is beyond its life expectancy, we will offer a solution for shingle roof replacement in Burlington that will fit your style and budget needs.
How Shingle Roof Damages?
Age
Shingle roofs do not last forever. While they are the least expensive roof material at initial installation, they are not the least expensive, or the most durable, over time. A typical shingle roof lasts 15 to 20 years. If your shingle roof is in that range, you should consider a replacement if the repair involves multiple issues. Having a frank discussion with a good roofing contractor can set your mind at ease toward either option: a replacement may be in order, or you may squeak by for a few more years with the repair.
Weathering
Shingle roof repair may be in order if most of your roof is in good or acceptable shape but some areas, such as those receiving direct sunlight or facing prevailing winds, are more worn. Tabs that lift in a wind, for example, may indicate problems with the starter strip.
Localized Damage
Hail or tree limbs may hit your roof and damage some individual shingles. These can be replaced easily if the roof sheathing beneath the shingles is undamaged. If major damage (hurricane winds, wildfire embers) has caused uplift or overall degradation of the shingles, replacement is in order.
When Do You Need Repairs?
Do you need to consult each time a strong rain passes? If you know all the signs when to have asphalt shingle roof repairs, some listed below, you will know best when to call us!
- Any shingles are missing
- Shingles are curling, buckling, or missing granules
- There are discolored streaks
- Moss is growing
- Your roof is over 20 years old
- Appear consistently dark, dirty, or wet
Shingle Repair & Replacement Services – Burlington & Area
Here are some of the shingle repair services that Roofers Burlington performs:
Replace Damaged Shingles
Shingles can experience damage; they are, after all, exposed to all of the elements. Everything from debris blown into the roof by the wind to small animals running across can cause damage to shingles. Punctures, tears, or breaks in shingles cause the underlayment of the roof to be exposed, which can lead to water leaking in. Any damaged shingles should be replaced immediately.
Replace Roof Vents
If the flashing of the roof wasn’t correctly layered, then the roof is going to depend on proper sealing to prevent water seepage. If a vent has been improperly installed with the proper overlap procedure, then the sealant is necessary to cover up the error. However, the sealant can deteriorate over time. While more sealant can be added to prevent leaks, a more permanent solution would be to replace the vent and have it installed correctly.
Re-seal Flashings
If the flashings on the roof begin to separate, additional sealant will need to be applied to prevent water leaks.
Replace Flashing
Flashing needs to be properly overlapped in order to ensure that the roof is waterproof. If it is not properly overlapped, then no amount of sealant is going to offer a permanent waterproofing solution. The best way to ensure that the roof will not be vulnerable to leaks is by replacing the flashing and making sure that it is overlapped correctly when installed.
Replace Entire Roof
Sometimes the damage to a shingled roof will require it to be replaced entirely. One way to tell if the roof needs to be replaced is if the granules on the shingles have begun to wear off. This means that the asphalt surfacing is breaking down and needs to be replaced. Fortunately, there are many roof replacement options. If a replacement is necessary, Roofers Burlington will work with you to determine which type of roof fits your needs, style, and budget.
Fix Curled Corners
As asphalt shingles get older, their corners often begin to curl downward or upward. If you notice a shingle starting to curl, you can forestall the inevitable curling by gluing down the curled section.
Use a caulking gun to apply a dab of roofing sealant under the corner. Weigh it down with a brick (right); leave the weight in place for at least 24 hours until the sealant dries. That’s all there is to it.
Repair Cracked Shingles
If a shingle is simply cracked or torn, you don’t have to replace it—just repair it. Start by applying a thick bead of roofing sealant under the crack. Press the shingle down and apply a second bead of sealant on top of the crack. Then spread the sealant with a putty knife.
The best part of this fix is that no one has to know you made it. It’s easy to camouflage: Check the gutter for an accumulation of colored granules that have washed down the roof from the shingles. Then gather some into a small cup and sprinkle them over the sealant to mask the repair.