What Signs Should I Look for to Determine if My Roof Needs Repairs?

Catching roof problems early can save Cedar City homeowners significant money and prevent serious damage to their homes. Here are the key signs to watch for that indicate your roof may need repairs.

Exterior Warning Signs

Missing, Cracked, or Curling Shingles After storms or high winds, take a look at your roof from the ground. Missing shingles leave your roof deck exposed to the elements. Cracked or curling shingles have lost their ability to shed water effectively and need attention before they lead to leaks.

Damaged or Missing Flashing Flashing is the metal material that seals the joints around chimneys, vents, skylights, and where different roof planes meet. If flashing is bent, rusted, cracked, or missing, water can easily penetrate these vulnerable areas.

Granules in Your Gutters Finding an excessive amount of dark, sand-like granules in your gutters is a sign that your asphalt shingles are wearing out. Granule loss leaves shingles vulnerable to Cedar City’s intense UV exposure and accelerates deterioration.

Moss, Algae, or Dark Streaks While less common in Cedar City’s dry climate, any organic growth on your roof can indicate trapped moisture. Dark streaks may also signal algae growth that, left unchecked, can affect shingle performance.

Interior Warning Signs

Water Stains on Ceilings or Walls Brown or yellow stains are a classic sign of a roof leak. Even small stains should be investigated promptly before they grow into larger problems.

Daylight in the Attic If you can see light coming through the roof boards from inside your attic, you have gaps that need to be sealed. Where light gets in, water can too.

Musty Odors or Mold A musty smell in your attic or upper floors can indicate moisture intrusion from a failing roof. Mold growth is both a health hazard and a sign of ongoing water problems.

Increased Energy Bills A damaged or poorly performing roof can compromise your home’s insulation, leading to higher heating and cooling costs in Cedar City’s extreme temperatures.

Don’t Wait - Get It Checked

If you notice any of these signs, contact HAVN Construction for a professional roof inspection. Early repairs prevent small problems from becoming expensive emergencies.

Call us at (435) 572-2866 to schedule a roof evaluation.