Your home is undoubtedly your most valuable asset. Its is essential to protect it and ensure it keeps its value. The condition of your roof can impact your property significantly; a roof that needs repairing or replacing will allow water to permeate into your home, causing damage to its structure and to your family’s health.
As a homeowner, it is also worth considering that in the event of storm damage to your property, the insurance company may refuse to pay out for a claim if they feel the roof was not properly maintained.
If you are planning to move home in the near future, not addressing any roof issues may hit you financially. It is highly likely that when a survey is conducted on the property, a roof in a bad state of repair will be flagged, and either the buyer may not get a mortgage on the property or the roof replacement or repairs will be taken into consideration against the asking price.
At what point you need a new roof as opposed to a repair job will depend on several factors. It’s possible you can have repairs undertaken to get a bit more time out of your current roof, but waiting to install a new roof after a certain point increases the risk of water entering your home and causing additional costly damage.
Age of The Roof
A roof can last many years, but the life of a roof varies enormously depending on the roofing material. A natural slate roof may last for more than a century, whereas other roofing materials may need to be replaced at 25 years. The location of your property will also affect the wear and tear of your roof. Living in an exposed area or on the coast will result in more stress on your property.
Sagging
If your roof appears to be sagging from the outside or within your loft space, this needs to be addressed immediately as it could be an indication that it is about to collapse.
Leaks & Mould
If you are noticing discolouration on the walls or ceiling of your home, it may be caused by a leaky roof. Bubbling paint or lifting wallpaper could be the result of water entering your property. Mould or mildew build-up could point to an issue with the roof.
Loft Issues
A damp loft with mould or wet areas is a sure sign there is a roof problem.
Damaged Tiles
Tiles that are broken, missing, or dropped leave your home open to incoming water.
Mortar & Cement
If you find bits of mortar or cement in your gutters or around the perimeter of your property, this could be a sign that your roof is failing.
Guttering
If your guttering is loose or hanging down in places, this could be an indication that your roof is in need of attention.
Sitting Water
Any sitting water on a flat roof needs to be addressed as this will cause rot and mould to eventually enter your home.
Loose Flashing
Flashing is the metal work that seals the joins between your roof and the structures on it, such as the chimney and roof lights. If this flashing is lifting or appears damaged, this will allow water to find a way into your property.
If your roof is over 25 years old or you notice any of the above signs, don’t delay and call your local roofing experts.
Mummery & Mummery Roofing
Mummery & Mummery have been the No.1 trusted name in roofing across North London and Hertfordshire for over 60 years.
As a company, we insist on using only the very best materials. Our highly skilled roofers always provide the finest quality workmanship. We have established great relationships with many of our customers over the years, and now much of our work is obtained through recommendations from these satisfied homeowners.
If you need a fast, no-obligation quote for a new roof or you have any roofing concerns that may need addressing, get in touch with us today on 0800 689 5174.
One of our team will visit your property, conduct a thorough survey, and advise you of any weaknesses or issues regarding the health of your roof. We provide clear and transparent pricing on the services that we offer to ensure that our customers know exactly what they are paying for and what to expect from us.