If your roof is showing signs of wear and tear, you may wonder whether it’s time to replace it. Age is just one factor to consider when evaluating the condition of your roof. There are other signs that may indicate it’s time to replace your roof, and proactive steps that will extend its useful life, depending on the material.

Additional Factors To Consider That Affect Roof Life Span

• Climate and weather conditions: The Northeast Region can face extreme temperatures and weather that can age your roof quickly. Rain, hail, wind, and cold winter weather, along with UV rays from the sun, can cause your roof to deteriorate.
• Quality of installation: Poorly installed roofs tend to leak and have other issues. That’s why it’s so important to partner with a reputable roofing contractor to properly install a new roof that lasts for many years. 
• Ventilation: Poor ventilation often leads to moisture buildup, rot, and mold that breaks down roofing materials.
• Maintenance: Cleaning debris, removing moss, repairing leaks, and other maintenance keeps your roof in great condition.
• Roof pitch and design: Roofs with a steeper pitch last longer because they shed water better and faster than shallow roofs. In contrast, flat roofs tend to leak more than sharply slanted ones.
• Materials and quality: The quality of the materials often determines how long the roof will last. 

If you have any questions about your roofing project or a free roofing consultation call JVW Contracting at (908) 601-3733 or contact us online.