What affects my roof’s lifespan?

Most homeowners understand that hail and wind can greatly shorten or even end a roof’s life at any time. However, many wonder why their roof doesn’t last forever. After all, no one walks on it, touches it, or otherwise uses it. Here are a few reasons a roof’s lifespan varies.

Rain, sun, sleet, snow

All of these things affect your roof’s lifespan over time. The sun’s UV rays slowly deteriorate the shingle. Freezing temperatures, heavy rain storms, and snow (especially during the freeze-thaw cycle) all loosen the granules, which are a layer of protection on the shingles.

Materials & installation

One of the reasons we prefer GAF roofing products is that we believe they are superior materials. As a roofing company, we know that installing a total roofing system as part of a tear-off roof replacement can double a roof’s lifespan versus a roofing overlay of just new shingles. That’s one reason your choice of materials and roofing company is so important.

Maintenance & repair

Although your shingles normally don’t need much maintenance, your roof will. Things like the sealant around your flashing require replacing. When you don’t replace it through roofing maintenance, water gets under your shingles and eventually into your home. That can lead to roof rot and other issues that damage your roof. A roof leak can also destroy or damage insulation and drywall in your home. You may find that what could have been fixed with a simple roof repair if you had a roofing company you trust inspecting and regularly providing maintenance for your roof now requires a roof replacement and possibly more.

Mobley Brothers is your GAF Master Elite™ roofer

GAF offers an industry-leading roofing warranty, and we offer our installation guarantee. When you trust Mobley Brothers Roofing & Renovation with your new roof, maintenance, and repair, you’ll have peace of mind that your roof’s lifespan will be what is expected based on the materials you choose. We’re licensed and insured throughout Tennessee and service both middle and east Tennessee from our A+-rated offices in Lebanon and Knoxville. Call us today at (865) 205-0800 or fill out our contact form.