A roof rarely fails all at once. It usually gives warning signs first, and knowing what to look for can save you from a much bigger job, and bill, down the line. If you’re in Wellingborough or anywhere across Northamptonshire, these are the signs worth watching for.
Inside the house
- Damp patches or staining on ceilings
- Daylight visible through the roof from the loft
- Sagging in the roofline when viewed from outside
Outside the house
- Missing, cracked, or slipped tiles
- Moss or vegetation building up in valleys and gutters
- Flashing around chimneys or roof windows coming away
Repair or replace?
A handful of missing tiles is usually a straightforward repair. But if the roof is old, has multiple problem areas, or the underlying timber has been affected by long term damp, a full re roof often works out better value than repeated patch ups.
If you’re not sure which category your roof falls into, an inspection is the easiest way to find out, and it’s much better to catch a problem in autumn than after a winter of leaks. Read more about our roofing services or get in touch for an honest assessment.