Home Risk Factors
| 1. Leakage in the attic after driving rain Possible causes: Leaky or inadequate shingle underlayment Deteriorated flashing |
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2.Blistering and/or peeling of outside paint Possible causes: Excessive moisture or high humidity due to poor attic ventilation |
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| 3. Stains on interior ceilings and walls Possible causes: Inadequate or faulty shingle underlayment, allowing leakage from ice dams |
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4. Roof shingle, sheathing, and siding decay Possible causes: Poor attic ventilation |
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| 5. Missing, cracked or curling shingles Possible causes: Shingles have aged beyond their useful life |
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6. Dark "dirty-looking" areas on your roof Possible causes: Environmental pollutants Vegetation, fungus or algae growth |
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| 7. Excessive energy costs Possible causes: Insufficient attic ventilation causes heating/cooling system to run excessively |
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