Roofs rarely fail all at once. They fail in small, visible steps — and catching those steps early is the difference between choosing your replacement timeline and having a storm choose it for you.
The ten signs
1. Shingles curling at the edges or cupping in the middle. 2. Granules collecting in gutters — your shingles' sunscreen washing away. 3. Bald spots or shiny asphalt visible from the ground. 4. Cracked or missing shingles after every windy day. 5. Water stains on ceilings or walls, even small ones. 6. Daylight visible through the attic decking. 7. A spongy feel underfoot on the roof (rotting decking). 8. Sagging along the ridge or in the field of the roof. 9. Energy bills creeping up year over year — often failing ventilation or wet insulation. 10. Age: if it's past 20 years in Texas, it's on borrowed time regardless of looks.
Repair or replace?
One or two isolated signs on a younger roof usually means repair. Three or more signs, recurring leaks, or a roof past 15–20 years usually makes replacement the smarter spend — you stop pouring repair money into a roof that's telling you it's done.
Our free inspection gives you an honest answer with photos. Plenty of times that answer is “your roof is fine, see you in a couple of years.” When it isn't, you'll know exactly why.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the signs I need a new roof?
Widespread curling or missing shingles, bald spots and heavy granule loss, daylight or leaks in the attic, sagging, and a roof at or past its expected age. Multiple signs together usually mean replacement over repair.
Can I just repair my roof instead of replacing it?
Sometimes — localized damage, a few missing shingles, or a single leak may be repairable. Replacement makes sense when the roof is at end of life, widely damaged, or structurally compromised.
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