One of the most critical questions that come to mind when you’re considering purchasing a home is, “How old is the roof?” Prospective homeowners and current homeowners alike should have an idea of the life expectancy of their roof and when they may need a roof replacement. While the age of the roof is certainly a valid question, age-based estimates on the expectancy of roof performance do not take into consideration any hidden risks that could lead to an early roof replacement. Wet insulation is one of these hidden risks. Wet insulation represents not only a risk to the roof’s reliability, but can negatively impact the structure of the entire building. If you’re in need of experienced roofers, Riverview FL has been served by the Certified Roofers & General Contractors, Inc. for years. We have the expertise necessary to find any hidden risks your roof may have.
Don’t Risk Your Roof with Undiscovered Wet Insulation
There are several ways insulation can get wet. The roof shingles may be improperly installed. There may be a carelessly welded seam, and there could be punctures or holes in the roof. Even after the cause is found and repaired, the wet insulation can still cause problems with the home structure if it is not remediated properly.
Wet Insulation Risks Can Cause The Need For an Immediate Roof Replacement
Once the water source is found and repaired, the wet insulation must properly be replaced. While dry insulation is used to repel the weather, wet insulation is a conductor of energy resulting in the need for increased air conditioning to cool the building and more heat to warm it, both resulting in higher energy bills. The moisture trapped in the insulation also begins to damage the surrounding wood surfaces and can attack the integrity of your roof from the inside out, resulting in the need for a roof replacement.
And of course, air quality may be the largest concern. Mold and bacteria can begin to grow in wet insulation. We have all heard horror stories of mold overtaking homes, making them uninhabitable. The quicker the issue is identified and professionally resolved, the lesser the cost and impact on your family and your property.
Is This Really an Issue? Listen to This Homeowner’s Story
This homeowner can speak from personal experience, having experienced wet insulation issues with their roof.
“We purchased a home a few years ago after having a top-to-bottom home inspection and were told the roof was only three years old. Immediately after closing, during heavy rain, we went straight to our new house. We walked in and saw a huge bulge in the wall that kept swelling and swelling. My spouse poked it with a nail and water gushed out! It turns out the inspector didn’t mention the wet insulation he saw in the attic and the black mold on the rafters.
We had professional roofers come out, and they determined the flashing was improperly installed, allowing water to get in through the roof. We learned our lesson; it pays to have a professional roofing company perform the roof inspection before purchasing a home.
If you’re a soon-to-be homeowner, you need one of the top trained professional roofers Riverview FL has to offer.
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Understanding the risks associated with wet insulation and its potential result of requiring a roof replacement, as roofing experts, we recommend annual preventive infrared inspections. Protect your family and property by contacting one of the oldest companies of professional roofers Riverview FL boasts of. Contact the Certified Roofers & General Contractors, Inc. today.
