All roofs age, and generally – at least with asphalt shingles – you need a new roof when yours is between 20 and 30 years old. (A good rule of thumb to follow is to watch when your neighbors start getting new roofs; there’s a good chance that their homes are about the same age as yours, so when they start hiring roofing companies, it may be time for you to do the same.)

You can also tell that you need a roof if you see visible signs of damage, such as:

Water damage or leaks. If your roof is leaking, you may just need to have the leak repaired – but in more severe cases, the entire roof needs to be replaced. Water leaks never get better with time; they only become worse, and a small leak can cause major damage. Even a minor leak can spiral out of control quickly, leaving you scrambling to replace your roof.

Sagging ceilings. If your roof is sagging and it feels soft to the touch (kind of like soggy cardboard), there’s a chance that your roof is leaking. You need to address both the leak and the ceiling – and whatever else is happening with your roofing materials, such as wood rot or mold growth – and that may mean replacing your entire roof.

Wildlife damage. Unfortunately, squirrels, birds, and insects can burrow into your roofing materials and cause significant damage. Sometimes small repairs are enough, but in other cases, you may need to replace your roof.

Decaying shingles. If your shingles are in bad shape, you may need to replace them – and you may also need to replace the materials beneath them. You should have a professional roof inspector check out your entire roof from end to end to determine how severe the damage is.

Bald spots on shingles. Shingles are made with tiny granules on top of them, and those granules help your roof shed water. They also protect each shingle and all your roofing materials from water incursion. If those granules are missing, it’s important that you replace the damaged shingles as soon as possible; in some cases, it’s too late and the whole roof needs to be replaced.

Missing or broken shingles. Missing or broken shingles can’t protect your roof the way they’re designed to, so they need to be replaced immediately. If no water has made its way into your roof, you may be able to get away with just replacing those shingles – but if it has, you may have a bigger repair job (or replacement) on the horizon.

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It’s always cheaper to care for your roof and make repairs when necessary than it is to replace the whole thing. Sometimes minor damage just needs to be fixed with a few shingles and a handful of nails; in other cases, the damage is so severe that the whole roof is compromised. In cases like those, you need a complete roof replacement. The only way to know how badly your roof is damaged is to have an expert from Lee's Roofing come to evaluate the situation. We can send an inspector to your home to check every inch of your roof and provide you with a custom quote. Contact us today!

You can visually inspect your own roof for damage. From the ground or a ladder near the roof’s edge, look for:

• Cracked, curled, or broken shingles
• Missing shingles
• Bald spots on your shingles
• Shingle granules in your gutters (or near your downspouts)
• You can also look in the attic for signs of water damage, such as mildew or mold growth, wet wood, or active leaks.

The only way to get a thorough inspection is to call an experienced, licensed, and insured professional like Lee's Roofing in Wichita, KS. We are always happy to help a fellow neighbor!

Every roof has its challenges and different aspects to increase the complexity of a roof system installation but on average 1-3 days. 

Good, skilled roofers like our team at Lee's Roofing can replace a single-family home’s roof pretty quickly This includes removing the old roof shingles and underlayment, followed by replacing both with new underlayment and shingles, followed by a thorough clean-up! 

Lee's Roofing in Wichita, Kansas is a business that strives to be the best in the roofing world. We are credible, reliable, and trustworthy. Our clients' satisfaction is our #1 priority. Schedule your free consultation today! 316-942-6000