Extending Your Roof’s Service Life

Roofs are among the most long-lived parts of the roof, with service lifespans ranging from 20 to 70 years and beyond depending on the roofing material. What most homeowners don’t know is that this is an expected roof lifespan. Outside factors, such as weather, mean that most roofs don’t even reach their expected lifespan.

Fortunately, there are ways you can make the most out of your roof and help it reach its expected service life.

Patch Up Leaks

Leaks start out small and barely noticeable, but it’s these small leaks that often lead to the most concerning problems. A leak can grow in size in just a matter of weeks, starting out no bigger than a dime and growing to the size of a golf ball. On top of water intrusion, leaks also make your roof more susceptible to mold, which is never nice.

If you suspect there’s a leak on your roof, don’t delay. Contact a local roofer as soon as possible.

Clean the Roof

Cleaning the surface of the roof is another way you can help extend the service life of your roof. Twigs and branches may seem harmless, but they can scrape off the protective granules of asphalt roofs and make them more susceptible to water intrusion and sun damage. Leaves should also be cleared as they tend to absorb moisture from the air when they rot, which then spreads throughout the surface of the roof. Regularly cleaning the roof helps extend the service life of your roof.

Work With an Expert

When it’s time to do a roof replacement job or just an annual roof check up, always work with an experienced local roofing contractor. They have the right tools, equipment and experience to address problems before they damage your roof. At Scro’s Roofing Company, our team will help you get the most out of your new roof through thorough inspections and preventive maintenance and repair. Call us today at (919) 461-0937 to learn more.

We had significant hail damage due to the May 2016 hail storm in Cary, and warded off all the storm chasers that came through our area for 2 months after. I called Scro’s Roofing after the insurance adjusted had written off the roof, and they worked us into their busy schedule. Amazing job done by an amazing and hard-working crew. I was impressed by the way they used tarps to protect the landscaping around the house, and Patricia was pretty particular about cleaning up after the crew. Danny was a pleasure to work with, and he provided several improvements to our roof like a installing a chimney cricket and ridge vents. We used Moire black shingles and the roof looks...

Larry O. | Cary, NC

In life you get what you pay for and this is certainly true with Scro’s Roofing. There are so many “fly be night” roofing companies out there who do not have the long standing customer service and support that a local roofing company can offer. Everyone should take the time to educate themselves about the roofing process and the track record of the company, as this is a very larger investment and an area where you don’t want to cut corners. The team at Scro’s Roofing provided me with many educational links and never pressured me into a sale. They wanted to ensure that I fully understood the process and trusted that I would make an intelligent decision. This sharing...

Kevin A. | Wake Forest, NC

Scro’s Roofing installed a new roof on our home and everything went exactly as planned and scheduled. The installation crew covered all our plants and deck when removing the roof and then cleaned up perfectly when the job was done. We were kept informed all along the job from start to finish so we knew how and when everything would be done. I’ve never experienced a contractor, a company or an owner like Danny who worked with us on every detail. Further, we had gotten several other quotes with Scro’s being the best. This project couldn’t have been done more smoothly… We greatly appreciate Danny the owner and Sarah our scheduling contact. They both were there for all and every...

Joe V. | Cary, NC

We just had our roof done by Scro’s Roofing, and we are very happy with the results. Danny and his office were very helpful in answering all of my questions. I did a good bit of research beforehand, and after talking with Danny, I had a lot of confidence that they are up to date on best practices and latest materials. In particular, I liked that they hand nail the shingles, use a synthetic underlayment instead of tar paper, install a drip edge, and provide a 10-year labor warranty. The thing about getting a new roof is that most people may not find out whether the installer did a bad job or used inferior materials for 5-10 years when they...

Matt B. | Cary, NC

The big hail storm of May 2, 2016 did extensive damage to our roof (and Leaf-Guard gutters as well). Our insurance company appraised the roof and said it all needed to be replaced. My first choice was again Scro’s Roofing. I was not about to use one of the “storm chasers” that descended on our neighborhood like carpetbaggers from who knows where. Danny, the owner of Scro’s Roofing looked up my record from seven years ago and was able to give me an estimate almost immediately from the information he already had on file. Their estimate was within a couple percent of what our insurance had already written a check which made the decision to go with Scro’s Roofing again...

David C. | Cary, NC

I had a great experience working with Danny and his team. Danny even recommended a less expensive roofing product based on our needs. Sarah was so helpful and accommodating throughout the process. I wish all home repairs/renovations were this easy and professional. A wonderful company to work with!

Kate L. | Cary, NC