Is your roof in good condition but starting to show signs of age? An aging roof doesn’t necessarily mean you need a complete replacement. There is another option: shingle treatment. By reading through these signs, you will recognize when your roof needs a shingle treatment rather than a costly full replacement as well as how the Roof Maxx’s shingle treatment could be the ideal solution.
Top Signs Your Roof Needs a Shingle Treatment:
#1: Brittle or Dry Shingles
Problem: Imagine if you spent a day out in the hot sun or exposed to harsh wind; your skin would likely become dry and painful. The same thing happens to your roof. Due to typical environmental conditions, asphalt shingles will eventually become dry and brittle. When this happens, they lose their flexibility and become a weak point on your roof.
Solution: A shingle treatment will rejuvenate your shingle, adding back in those essential oils that have been lost. In return, the shingle will gain flexibility and durability.
#2: Minor Cracking or Curling Shingles
Problem: Once shingles have passed the point of sign #1, they are prone to minor cracking or curling around the edges. When this happens, the underside of your roof is more likely to become exposed to the elements, especially water. In turn, this could lead to even more significant roof damage.
Solution: A shingle treatment can help prevent further curling and seal minor cracks. Plus, when you work with us at Roof Maxx, our shingle treatment includes roof maintenance, where we will replace or repair shingles showing these signs.
#3: Granule Loss in Gutters and Downspouts
Problem: The granules attached to your shingles act as a form of sunscreen, protecting your roof from the sun’s harsh UV rays. Overtime, those granules lose their durability and slowly begin to pop off – often rolling down the roof and settling in gutters or downspouts. When this happens, it makes your shingle more vulnerable to the elements, allowing it to degrade faster.
Solution: A shingle treatment can slow down granule shedding by creating a stronger bond between the granules and the shingle. This, in turn, will improve the shingle’s durability and increase its lifespan.
#4: Dark Streaks and Algae Growth
Problem: When algae grows and begins to accumulate on a roof, it can lead to a two-fold problem. Aesthetically, it can leave behind dark streaks, making the roof look uneven and stained. The real problem, though, is that if algae is left to grow, it will trap moisture against the shingles, causing the integrity of the shingle’s structure to deteriorate at a far faster rate.
Solution: A shingle treatment helps reduce future growth and protect the roof as one of the main ingredients is a natural fungicide that will help to inhibit moss and algae growth. While a shingle treatment with Roof Maxx does not include algae removal, we highly suggest getting a roof cleaning service prior to our service to ensure any environmental growths are removed from your roof before treatment.
#5: Rising Energy Bills
Problem: The shingles on your roof act as a layer of insulation for your home, helping to regulate indoor temperature. As your shingles start to age and get worn out, they lose their insulation benefits. This, in turn, will lead to a rise in your home energy bills, as heating and cooling will escape through the roof faster.
Solution: A shingle treatment will help maintain your shingle’s insulation properties, enhancing its overall integrity. As a byproduct, this will improve your home’s energy efficiency and likely minimize rising energy costs.
#6: Leaks or Small Water Stains Indoors
Problem: There are a vast number of ways that water can begin to leak into your home, but most of them stem from early roof deterioration, such as missing shingles, worn out gaskets, or flashing that needs to be resealed. If you notice any leaks or minor water stains indoors, it is a problem to address quickly.
Solution: While a shingle treatment won’t fix any existing water damage, treating shingles with Roof Maxx preemptively can prevent severe leaks from occurring in the first place, skipping costly damage. Additionally, the Roof Maxx treatment’s roof maintenance package includes repairing and replacing sensitive roofing components that are often vulnerable to water, such as exposed nails, flashings, and gaskets.
How Roof Maxx’s Shingle Treatment Works:
Roof Maxx’s shingle treatment is a revolutionary product that rehydrates the asphalt with essential oil beads once applied to shingles. Much like when adding lotion to dry skin, when the essential oils seep into the shingle, it restores flexibility so the shingle. This will help it to contract and expand without breaking while also reactivating the seal tabs on the shingles, helping to extend the waterproofing protection.
This shingle rejuvenation process can extend the lifespan of one’s shingles up to five years per treatment, with the opportunity to repeat the treatment three times. In total, you could gain 15 years of extra life to your roof. With most asphalt roofs typically only lasting 15-20 years in the first place, you could potentially double the life of your roof for a fraction of the price it would cost to complete a full roof replacement.
Why Homeowners Should Consider Shingle Treatment Over Replacement:
Overall, taking advantage of the Roof Maxx shingle treatment, and accompanying roof maintenance and roof repair that come with the comprehensive service package, is far less expensive and more sustainable than replacing the entire roof.
Not only will this help you prevent premature roof failure and save you the cost and hassle of roof replacement, but it is also the environmentally friendly choice, as it reduces landfill waste from old shingles. It’s a win-win-win solution!
Want to learn more? Check out our in-depth explanation on the Roof Maxx Treatment versus Traditional Roof Replacement!
Is your roof showing signs of aging? Before replacing it, consider Roof Maxx’s shingle treatment. Contact us today for a free assessment!
