ROTTING
CAUSES
Rotting is caused by absorption of moisture by the mat at
the core of the shingle. This is a common problem with organic-based
shingles.
Bad ventilation, leaking and other common moisture infiltration
can cause rotting of the shingles. In essence the moisture has made
its way to the core or middle of the shingle layers and the shingles
are rotting and decaying from the inside out.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Replace the shingles in areas that have rotting with
new shingles. If you have larger areas in the roof that has rotting
chances are that there are more areas rotting that you can not see
yet. In such a case it is time to consider replacing your entire
roof. If your area or home is susceptible to moisture the you will
want to use a Fiberglas Mat shingle as opposed to an organic. Fiberglas
Mat will not rot in this way.
For a more permanent solution, re-roof with Owens Corning Fiberglas
Mat Shingles. They are specifically designed to withstand North
and south Carolina moisture conditions for extended periods of time
and are backed by our strongest product warranties* available to
homeowners.
For the average homeowner this process can be difficult and dangerous
to do on their own. Patton General Contracting* is a certified installer
of Owens Corning roof products as well as RoofLock - a product designed
to clean and protect your roof from this type of issue. Visit
here for more information.
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Other Issues You May Have
As
with any type of work you personally do on your home or in this
case inspecting your roof, please use caution and safety equipment.
If you do not feel comfortable inspecting your roof or you have
trouble knowing what exactly to look for, please feel free to contact
us for a free consultation. Visit Here to view
home photos using Owens Corning Roofing System.
Feel free to contact
us at any of our North and South Carolina
locations with any questions or concerns you may have about
your roofing needs. We will be happy to assist you in any way we
can.
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