Your rooftop is a vital part of your home and benefits from annual inspections and maintenance done by local roofing companies. The outdoor elements are especially hard on rooftops, even when the weather is relatively calm and sunny. Strong storms, falling trees and their branches, and the sun's UV rays all are threats to the long-term health of the structure. Let's take a closer look at just four commonly suffered types of roofing damage that might affect your home.

1. Displaced or Missing Roofing Materials

Whenever a wind or hailstorm passes through, local roofing companies often wind up doing repair work on homes due to related damage. In fact, according to Forbes, damage caused by wind and hail accounted for more homeowners insurance claims than any other peril; about 3% of all insured homes suffered damage from wind and hail storms from 2016 through 2020.

2. Leaking and Weakened Roofs

You might notice water dripping into a room during a heavy rainstorm or a water spot developing on the ceiling. These are sure signs of a leaking rooftop, which will often result in a weakened spot on the structure. Instead of using pans and buckets to catch the water, local roofing companies can determine the extent of the problem and fix it. A properly fixed roof will stop leaks and ensure the structure is safe and strong for many more years.

3. Holes and Punctures

Falling trees, flying branches, and large hailstones are among many potential dangers that might puncture your rooftop or otherwise cause holes. Deterioration of the roofing materials could also cause a hole in the structure over time. You might put a foot through a weakened spot in the roof while you're giving it a quick inspection. Whatever the cause might be, local roofing companies can help fix it!

4. Shrinking Materials

The hot sun and its UV rays can make a variety of roofing materials shrink in size over several years. You likely wouldn't notice a problem due to the process occurring slowly over a long period of time. Eventually, the shrinkage will cause roofing materials to become misaligned and enable the elements to penetrate into your rooftop, causing damage to your home.

You can learn more about roofing repairs by giving our team here at Darnell Construction a call. We would be happy to schedule an inspection and help determine what roofing repairs your home requires!