Not necessarily. Leaks can result from flashings that have come loose or a section of the roof system that is damaged that can be repaired. A complete roof system failure, however, generally is irreversible and a result of improper installation, age, or choice of materials being inappropriate for the home or building.

The life expectancy of a roof will vary depending on specific site conditions. Texas weather is specially harsh on roofing systems due to the intense heat almost year round, roofs in milder climates tend to last longer. In general the life expectancy by roofing materials are:

• Asphalt Shingles, 3-Tab: 15-18 Years
• Asphalt Shingles, Architectural: 20-25 years
• Concrete Tile: 35-50 years
• Built Up & Modified bitumen roofing: 10-16 years

All too often, roof system problems are discovered after leaking or other serious damage occurs. Some of the signs that a roof needs attention are the following:

• Curling shingles
• Loss of the asphalt granulation (looks like bald spots)
• Evidence of leaking on your ceilings
• Cracked or discolored interior drywall (painted or wallpapered)
• Decaying shingles
• Missing shingles
• Visible cracks
• Wind damage
• Broken or damaged shingles
• Rusted or missing flashing

There are variables that determine the time it takes to complete your roof. Weather, number of layers, type of material, size of your roof and more.
Typically, Spartans Roofing Company is completely finished with your new roof – from removing the old roof to clean up – in two to four days depending on the job specifics. Spartans Roofing Company will coordinate all aspects of your roof installation, from city required inspections, delivery of materials and installation.