Roof Inspections Can Spot Signs of Deterioration

Since a roof tends to wear uniformly, seasonal inspections can avert hasty repairs and unnecessary reroofing.

If you conduct the inspection on yourself, the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Assn. says avoid climbing on the roof. Besides being dangerous, it may damage the roof surface. From the ground , use binoculars to look for curled, cracked or missing shingles as signs of an aging roof.