Your asphalt roof shingles may experience a lot of issues throughout its service life. The most common issues are cracks and splits. Both can cause damage to your roof’s sheathing as well as the structure of your home. Worry not, however, because trusted roofing contractor NC Rebuild, Inc. is here to help you understand the differences between the two.
Cracking
To make your shingles flexible and waterproof, manufacturers add volatiles to the asphalt mix. This volatiles have low boiling points that can be gradually removed due to evaporation, moisture and aging. When there is too much loss of volatiles, your asphalt shingles will dry up, shrink and eventually crack. The biggest factor that leads to fast cracking is exposure to heat from the sun. Some factors that contribute to fast cracking or craze-cracking include too much filler in the asphalt mix, and weak mat or low-quality shingles.
When it comes to your roofing, always make sure that you have proper roof and attic ventilation. This will help keep your shingles cool even if there is extreme heat coming from the sun. With proper and adequate ventilation, your shingles can even have its lifespan extended. Hiring a residential roof repair contractor is a must so they can check for proper ventilation of your roof and attic.
Splitting
Splitting or thermal splitting happens when there are changes in the temperature. The temperature can make your shingles expand and contract, and if there is rapid change, your shingles will expand and contract rapidly as well. This causes the shingle joints to decrease and increase in size, respectively. This stress will then cause the shingles to split which leads to leaks and lower wind resistance. If left unattended, this will lead to water damage that can compromise the structure of your roof and home.
Cracking and splitting are issues that must be addressed as soon as possible. Hire a trusted roofing contractor like NC Rebuild, Inc. to help you with your roofing needs. We also offer other services such as residential gutter installation, siding, carpentry, painting and storm damage replacement. Call us now at (919) 625-545 or fill out our contact form for a free estimate. We’re ready to serve customers in Raleigh, NC.
