My Roof Is Buckling: What Should I Do?

 If you notice that a few of your shingles are lifting away from your roof, it's possible that your roof is beginning to buckle. A buckling roof should raise concern and it's important that you get it looked at in a timely fashion. Not sure what a buckling roof or what action steps you should take? Read on to get a few tips from our roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks


What Causes a Buckling Roof 


When your roof is buckling, it resembles a large air bubble that stretches the roof sheathing, felt, and shingles. This can be caused by a variety of different circumstances:

  1. Improper Installation of Felt or Underlayment - Buckling can occur when the felt or underlayment is not installed properly. If these products are wrinkled, it can easily show through the roof shingles, as the shingles are installed over it. 
  2. Movement in the Roof Deck - The roof decking is the plywood sheets that cover your home, under the shingles. If these boards are not installed properly, with spacers, they can shift and cause the roof to buckle. The spacers are needed to absorb any expansion from excessive heat. Deck movement can also occur when water finds its way under the shingles due to a leak. This can cause the decking to swell and warp, and eventually rot. This can lead to serious damage to your home. 
  3. Poor Roof Ventilation - In the event, your roof is not properly ventilated, moisture will collect in the attic. This moisture becomes condensation on the underside of the roof, which can cause damage to the home's frame and roof decking. When that moisture gets trapped between the underlayment and the shingles, buckling can occur. 
  4. Failure to Remove Old Shingles - Applying a new roof over an existing one can also lead to a roof buckle. In this case, it's much harder to get the new roof applied properly to prevent moisture between the layers. 

Future Problems of a Buckling Roof 

If you notice a buckle in your roof, you'll want to schedule a Lake of the Ozarks roof inspection, as that buckle could be a sign of worse problems or future problems to come. Not only can moisture damage the roof from the inside out, but that buckle could create entryways for water from outside to enter your home. Roof leaks and interior water damage could end up being a result of a roof buckle left unaddressed.

Call Above & Beyond Roofing! 

Anytime you notice possible damage to your roof from the ground, it’s important to call your trusted roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks. Prolonged damage to your roof that goes unattended can cause serious damage to not only your roof but the integrity of your entire home. At Above & Beyond, we offer FREE roof inspections and FREE estimates! Give our team a call and let’s make sure your roof is in tip-top shape!


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