Signs of a Bad Roofing Job - How to Spot Poor Workmanship
Learn how to identify a bad roofing job. Discover the signs of poor workmanship and what you can do to protect your roof investment.
In most cases, one of the obvious signs of bad roofing job is typically a hole or a leak in your roof. However, there are still other signs of a bad roofing job that may help you determine whether the roofing contractor you hired did a haphazard job. They include the following:
Does it Have a Uniform Appearance?
After any roofing job, it is important that you take a good look at your roof. Try to establish if there is anything that seems out of place. For instance, if your roof happens to look uneven, or perhaps the shingles don’t match up, then there is a very good chance that your roofing contractor did a poor job. In fact, mismatched materials or color patterns often means that the contractor you hired was most likely trying to cut corners in order to save a few bucks.
Signs of a Bad Roofing Job
Lack of Shingles
After any big storm, it is essential that you inspect your roof to see if there are any missing shingles, because bad weather conditions can really affect the condition of your roof. Other areas of your roof can also begin to tear, discolor, or crack over time due to the elements. Even though these processes will eventually occur, any missing shingles will cause them to come about faster.
No Underlayment
Checking for a missing underlayment can at times be tricky. However, it is still very important that you do it after any roofing job. The underlayment refers to a paper or felt-like material that is found beneath the shingles. It is designed to serve as a waterproofing barrier, which means that without it, your will most likely suffer from leaks and moisture buildup that can lead to the appearance of mold. In addition, no underlayment can also cause your roof to age faster.
Use of the Wrong Nails
Most people don’t realize that using the right kind of nails can mean the difference between you having to replace your entire roof after 4 years or 15 years, particularly in areas with rough weather. As a result, if you or your roofing contractor happens to use the wrong kind of nails, or fail to space them out correctly, then you will most likely experience some roof damage or even flying debris. As a result, make sure that you check the kind of nails used by your roofing contractor.
Black Stains
In case you happen to notice some black stains on your roof after a roofing job, then it is more than likely there is some water damage underneath. As a result, it is important that you look closely at these particular areas to establish the severity of the damage. You should also try to see if there is any mold in your attic.
Conclusion
The roof is one of the most important aspects of any building. As a result, it is important that any kind of work you have done on it meets the highest quality standards. Be sure to check for any signs of a bad roofing job, so they can be fixed before the problem(s) worsens. Failure to do so will only end up costing you more in the future. Whether you are repairing or replacing your roof, the team here at Durafoam Roofing will make sure the project is done with zero signs of a bad job.
Real People. Real Stories.
Our clients are our highest priority, and we’re always excited to receive positive feedback. If you're thinking of working with Durafoam Roofing, we invite you to explore our reviews from satisfied customers to see the exceptional service and quality you can expect from us.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! The scheduling was easy, I had a crew working on replacing my foam roof within a couple of weeks. The roof was removed quickly and safely. The new roof looks immaculate! Thank you, Durafoam!
I recently had to contact Durafoam as a person that inherited their warranty from the past owner of our home. I was impressed with how friendly, responsive and reasonable they were about addressing my concern. The complete opposite of what I rehearsed in my head before calling. What a refreshing change to find conscientious, integrity in the roofing world!
My patio roof was in bad shape and in real need of a do over. The tile area close to my fireplace chimney was loosening a bit and i was worried if i would see my roof leaking on a wet day. Durafoam sealed up my patio pretty well last year and i have not had any issues till now. Duane Forstie was my point of contact sales and he was prompt enough to come and inspect the roof 1 year later. I would recommend Durafoam to anybody looking to get their patio fixed and sealed for long term.
Within a day of requesting a quote, Duane showed up on time and could not have been more helpful and patient with all of my questions. I received a quote by email within an hour of his visit and a personal call to thank me for giving him a chance to assist in our project. No pressure, just genuine appreciation for the potential business. Typically I get two estimates for work like this....but this time I cancelled the second appointment as it was clearly unnecessary to look further.
Someone else told me I needed $1000s of work done. I called Durafoam and found out the only problem was a bee hive blocking a scupper. The guy who came out cleared the scupper and told me I just needed to caulk around it. So glad I called them.
Durafoam did a fantastic job on my new construction house. No leaks and the roof looks amazing! Highly recommend
There price was very fair and they did a really good job. They come back every year to check and repair if needed and that's included for 5 years.
Excellent job. You guys have a very respectful team of installers. Thank you for your services Tim.
Discover how our expert roofing services can enhance the value and protection of your home with a personalized estimate today.