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Key Danger Signals

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Key Danger Signals

Don’t get caught with sudden, costly repairs. Keep a close eye on your roof and find out how to spot problems – including these 7 key danger signs – before they severely impact your wallet.

A leak in the attic

After a strong storm or wind-driven rain, take a look in the attic for signs of leaking. It could indicate damaged shingles, inadequate underlayment or deteriorated flashing

Blistering or peeling interior or exterior paint

Moisture trapped in the house due to poor ventilation can cause exterior paint to peel and blister.

Stains on interior ceilings and walls - mold or mildew growth.

Stains, or worse, mold, can be caused by leaks from outside the house or moisture trapped inside.

Blistering or peeling interior or exterior paint

Excess moisture can also contribute to decay.

Missing, cracked, or curled shingles

Dry, cracked, or easily broken shingles have reached the end of their useful life, and its time to invest in a new roof.

Excessive energy costs

Inadequate ventilation can possibly drive up your household cooling costs by trapping hot air in the attic. Attic moisture can also drip into your insulation, reducing its effectiveness.

Dark, dirty-looking areas on your roof

Dry, cracked, or easily broken shingles have reached the end of their useful life, and its time to invest in a new roof.

Inadequate ventilation can possibly drive up your household cooling costs by trapping hot air in the attic. Attic moisture can also drip into your insulation, reducing its effectiveness.

Here are some things to look for:

  • Check flashing for damage or inadequate coverage
  • Look under eaves and overhangs for damage
  • Examine shingles for any that are missing, cracked, curled, torn, or warped
  • Look for any open seams or joints
  • Look for popped or rusted nails or stains around nails
  • Look for signs of insects or critter infestation (squirrels love climbing on roofs)
  • Check for sagging or unsound areas
  • Check for rotten fascia and eaves
  • Inspect your sources of roof ventilation to make sure they are not clogged
  • Inspect gutters for sagging or signs of leaks and be sure to remove any leaves or debris
  • Check for dark patches or biological growth
  • Check around pipes and roof penetrations to make sure they are sealed and in good shape there shouldnt be any exposed nails around flashings (if so, they should be sealed)
  • Look inside the attic for signs of leaks, dark spots, holes, or sagging sheathing

How to Inspect for Damage

Why wait for the drip, drip, drip of a damaged roof Its a good idea to inspect your roof regularly, particularly if you live in areas of the country that experience extreme weather. You can inspect your roof yourself by either climbing on your roof or by using binoculars from the ground.

If you choose to go up on the roof yourself, remember to always utilize proper safety equipment to prevent falls or injury. See our Safety section for more details.

You can do all this yourself, but if youre uncomfortable with the idea of walking around on your roof or climbing a ladder in the first place, or you just want a professional inspection done, your best option is always to find a GAF factory-certified Master Elite Contractor near you.

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MASTER ELITE®

A mark of roofing excellence. Only 2% of roofers in North America are invited to become GAF Master Elite® Contractors. It can’t be bought. It can only be earned.*

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GAF Awards & Certifications

This certification requires a minimum of 7 years of experience, is renewed yearly and requires the contractor to be:


Properly insured & licensed:

For your protection, so you can rest easy knowing you're covered

  • $1M+ Liability Insurance
  • Worker's Compensation Insurance
  • State licensed where required and applicable


Reputable & trustworthy:

With a track record of providing quality roofing services in your community

  • Good standing with the Better Business Bureau
  • Good credit rating per Experian


Highly qualified:

Up to date on the latest technology and practices, ensuring expert installation

  • GAF trained and certified
  • High property owner job satisfaction ratings
  • Able to offer the strongest GAF warranties
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