Every shingle matters when it comes to roof integrity. Sometimes, however, shingles may become lost due to heavy rains, wind or hail storms, as well as falling trees and debris. If you don’t have a professional roof installer, shingles can be easily blown off. While a few missing shingles may look bad, the bigger question is whether they can cause roof leaks.
It all depends.
It’s crucial to assess if missing shingles are causing damage or just an eye problem. Find out how to do it.
Is it important if there is a whole shingle missing or a part?
No. No. Asphalt shingles can be “tabbed” with three sections. Sometimes, one tab is ripped off by extreme weather. It’s not always possible to repair a single shingle so it must be replaced .
Is there a missing shingle? This is the key question
It doesn’t matter if you lose a part or all of your shingle, it won’t make your roof leak more likely. It all boils down to the location of your shingle.
The likelihood of a shingle going missing depends on whether it was covering a seam between other shingles. Shingles are laid in a staggered arrangement so that the seams between them cover each other. Your roof may have one or more seams that are exposed to the elements.
Valleys are also critical to the roof. These are where the two lowest parts of the structure meet. A leak can be caused by water or debris collecting at low points.
What happens if you don’t replace a lost shingle?
Is your roof susceptible to leaking if there is just one missing shingle? Maybe. It doesn’t necessarily mean that water will drip immediately from your ceiling if you lose one or two shingles. If the shingles around it become damaged from sunlight, water, and wind exposure, this missing shingle can cause problems over time. The greater your roof’s age, the more likely you are to suffer from progressive leakage.
It is important to repair a roof leak immediately to prevent damage to your home’s attic, crawlspace and ceilings. You may not notice interior water damage until it becomes serious and requires extensive repairs. You can prevent water damage to your home by replacing missing shingles immediately.
Professional roofers are the best choice to replace your missing shingles
Roofers don’t just do large replacements. They can also make small repairs, such as replacing missing or damaged shingles. Another benefit to hiring professional roofers are the ability to find replacement shingles that match the originals’ color and texture. The roof can be repaired without affecting the existing shingles. They can also inspect your roof for any other issues or leaks that may be present. This will allow you to prevent future damage.
To check for missing shingles, schedule a roofing inspection
How do you find out if your shingles are missing? After a storm, you might find them on your driveway or lawn. The roof may be visible from the ground. It’s a good idea, however, to have your roof inspected regularly so that you can identify problems sooner than later.
For repairs to a damaged or missing shingle on a Tampa or Sarasota roofing roof, contact Old Time Roofing. Preventive care will make your roof last longer and protect your home.
This post was written by Ted Williams! Ted is the owner of A Old Time Roofing which is the premier roofing contractors in Clearwater FL! Ted is a Master Elite Weather Stopper GAF Roofing Contractor, a double award winner of Best Steep-Slope Contractor from GAF and achiever of Master Elite Consumer Protection Excellence from GAF. He has been serving the Pinellas County area since 1978. Old Time Roofing has a tradition of quality workmanship, servicing residential and commercial properties.
