Asphalt is one of the most popular materials used in residential roofing. Asphalt shingles have a great appearance and can be easily installed on almost every type of building style. 

 Importance of asphalt roof

Many times the roof does not show any major signs of wreckage and looks in good condition from a normal external view. But many problems remain unnoticeable to eye until they, later on, arise a major issue. This is why periodic roof maintenance is necessary in which you or a roofer checks up on the roof to make sure that it is in good condition.

What can damage the roof?

Average residential roof faces harsh weather conditions and a lot of wear and tear throughout their lifetime. Some common damaging elements that work against your roof are:

Exposure to nature wind, sunlight, snow, hail, rain.

Organic buildup  mold, mildew, algae.

Incompatible repairs and maintenance

Poor roof installation

Replace damaged shingles

Nature, at times, can be harsh. Especially for your roof! There is a big list of damages that can occur because of harsh weather. Heavy rain, hail, strong winds and even dangling tree branches can bruise your shingle roofing. The shingles once damaged can lead to bigger problems like roof leaks, algae formation and damages to the wooden frame of your roof. You will have to search for the damaged shingles and get some new ones to replace them.