In order to keep your roof in the best shape possible, you'll need to know how to properly identify damage. According to Forbes, roofing shingles can usually last up to 30 years before they will need to be replaced. However, if your roof has sustained roofing wind damage, shingles will need to be replaced sooner. Here are a few ways to identify this damage.

Visible Shingle Damage

One of the most obvious ways to identify damage is through visible shingle damage. Heavy winds are a severe weather event, and you might notice missing shingles after. Once a shingle has peeled away from the roof, your roof is at risk for water damage. This damage can permeate down into the decking, wood, insulation, and even the interior of your home. If left without repair, then this damage will be extensive and expensive. It's best to have roofing wind damage repaired as soon as possible to avoid additional costs.

Granular Loss

Another sure sign of roofing damage is granular loss. Your shingles have a coating of granules that can be lost over time. It begins to wear thin and the amount of protection your roof has decreases. If you start to see horizontal lines in your shingles, then you know severe granule loss is a problem. It might also look like bare spots or cracks. This basically means that the seal on your shingle has been broken.

Water Leaks

One sign of severe shingle damage is leaks visible in your ceilings and walls. Once shingles have been compromised on your roof, water can enter the home and create leaks and damage. Water leaks in your home will progressively get worse over time, so it's always best to have these repairs done as quickly as possible. When water leaks go without repair, it will lead to water damage throughout your house and it can also lead to mold growth. Both of these problems are expensive to fix.

Visible Debris on the Roof

Although this isn't a definite sign of damage, when there is visible debris on the roof, it could lead to damage, or it could indicate that damage has happened. It's best to get the roof evaluated as quickly as possible to check for damage and to have the debris removed. If the debris is allowed to stay on the roof, it could cause damage later if winds start to blow the debris around and it snags or pulls on the shingles.

These are just a few of the signs of possible roofing wind damage that you should look for. If your roof needs repairs or maintenance, please contact us at Everlast Exteriors Of Illinois Inc today.