Aaron gifford is based in new york.
How to find out if a roof has been replaced.
As a homeowner who has probably seen their fair share of houses in varying stages of new and old you probably already know if your roof needs to be replaced or not.
Also check the siding above the step flashing.
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If you still have a leak pull the corner boards free and check the overlapping flashing at the corner.
Asphalt is one of the cheaper options but definitely a durable material that has been used as a roofing material for decades.
Dig out any suspect caulk and replace it with a high quality caulk.
This will occur after the normal lifespan of a shingle and is a sign to replace the roof.
Find out when your roof needs to be replaced.
The first and perhaps easiest step in determining how old your roof is or when it was replaced is to simply find the right people to ask.
And that s normally the previous homeowners or the owners before them and so on.
Missing shingles on a roof indicate the adhesive has failed.
Review your home improvement records to see how long ago the roof was replaced or reshingled.
If the missing shingles flew off your home during a storm there s a chance your roof will only need to be repaired not replaced.