The Signs Your Roof Needs Replacing

Roofs, like anything else associated with your home, do not last forever.  Depending on the type of weather your roof has been exposed to over the years, a roof may last 15 – 20 years.
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It’s a good idea to inspect your roof in the early Fall, particularly if you live in areas of the country that experience extreme weather … like Indiana.

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Signs Your Roof Needs Replacing

Here are some early signs that your roof may be due to have new shingles installed.

• A leak in the attic.
  After a strong storm or wind-driven rain, take a look in the attic for signs of leaking. It could indicate damaged shingles, inadequate underlayment or deteriorated flashing.
• Blistering or peeling interior or exterior paint.
  Moisture trapped in the house due to poor ventilation can cause exterior paint to peel and blister.
• Stains on interior ceilings and walls – mold or mildew growth.
  Stains, or worse, mold can be caused by leaks from outside the house or moisture trapped inside.
• Exterior decay in sheathing and/or siding.
  Excess moisture can also contribute to decay.
• Missing, cracked, or curled shingles.
  Dry, cracked, or easily broken shingles have reached the end of their useful life, and it’s time to invest in a new roof.
• Dark, “dirty-looking” areas on your roof.
  Vegetation, fungus, mold, or algae growth can cause dark stains on your shingles. That doesn’t necessarily mean you need a new roof, but if you do choose to replace your shingles look for ones that offer stain protection.
• Excessive energy costs.
  Inadequate ventilation can possibly drive up your household cooling costs by trapping hot air in the attic. Attic moisture can also drip into your insulation, reducing its effectiveness.

Timberline^® Roofing Shingles

If now is the time to replace your existing roof with new shingles, Henry Pool Lumber can help you make the right choice in architectural styles, colors and materials.

Henry Poor Lumber offers North America’s #1 Selling Shingle GAF’s Timberline® Lifetime Architectural Roofing Shingles.  These shingles are extraordinarily durable, fire resistant and come with limited life time warranties.

GAF Timberline Shingles

• Genuine wood shake look
• Multiple styles
• In Stock Colors: Weathered Wood, Mission Brown, Pewter Gray, Barkwood, Charcoal, Hickory, Slate
• UL Class A fire rated (highest possible rating)
• Lifetime Ltd. Warranty

For complete details visit GAF Timberline Shingles.

Pick Your Shingle, Color and Style

GAF has created an app that will help you select the right shingle, color and style for your home.  It will also calculate what materials you will need allowing Henry Poor to more quickly and accurately fill your order.

Click on the video link to learn more about this handy design tool.

All The Extras You’ll Need

Henry Poor carries all the materials you’ll need to complete your roofing project.

• Synthetic Roofing Felt
• Tough Guard Ice and Water Shield
• Premium Roofing Adhesives
• Full Line of Roofing Fasteners
• Attic Ventilation

If you choose to go up on the roof yourself, remember to always utilize proper safety equipment to prevent falls or injury.

Roof Top Delivery

Henry Poor Lumber offers ROOF TOP DELIVERY using one of their fully equipped high reach boom trucks.  They are available to put your materials exactly where you need them at your home or job site.

Contact Us

Have questions on what roofing materials you’ll need on your next project?  Call us at 765-474-1388 or send us an email.