Your roof protects your home from harsh weather and keeps your living space comfortable. Contact a reputable roofing contractor immediately if you suspect something wrong with your asphalt shingles. One issue that might require professional attention is asphalt shingle rippling.  

Read on to find out what it means when your asphalt shingles ripple. 

 

Your Roof Is New

Following installation, it's normal for shingles to look wavy. After a couple of days of exposure to the sun's heat, your roof should look flat. If it doesn't, it's time to contact the installer. The issue could have resulted from poor installation or a manufacturing defect. 

 

Roof Overlay

You can choose between a tear-off and an overlay when getting a new residential roofing system. The first option involves removing the old materials before installing new ones. Meanwhile, an overlay is where roofers install new shingles over the old materials. Unfortunately, the latter option can cause moisture to get trapped between the new and old shingles. The moisture will eventually penetrate the new shingles, causing them to ripple and deteriorate faster.  

 

Wind Damage

High winds can severely damage shingles and cause them to ripple. The shingles could be smoothed down and secured back in place as long as they don't have cracks or creases. If the shingles have damage or have lost a significant amount of granules, they would need replacement.

 

Insufficient Ventilation

Proper ventilation is essential to your roof's longevity and home's comfort. When warm, humid air has nowhere to escape, it will accumulate in your attic, causing the space to become too hot. Excessive humidity is bad news for your roof. It will cause shingles to ripple and the decking to warp. You can easily avoid these issues by addressing attic ventilation problems. 

 

 

Waiting too long to deal with roofing issues can put your home at risk of water damage. For superior residential and commercial roofing services, turn to Versatile Roofing, LLC. Call us at (308) 234-7663 or fill out our contact form to get a free estimate.