Cedar
shingles can provide your home with more than just visual pizzazz;
they can also strengthen it with their natural ability to adapt to
weather conditions. Getting them installed through a contractor who
can set them up for you at a modest sum can stretch their value.
However, while cedar shingles are rated to last many years, there are
clues which can point to the need to replace them sooner.
Seeing
the shingles curled or cupped shingles are part and parcel of the
wood’s natural aging and brought about as a result of exposure to
the elements. Poor installation of shingles may be evident if the
curls occurred within a short time after the project, especially when
a cursory inspection of the surface yields a clear view of the
underlayment.
Sometimes,
cracks may appear among the shingles themselves. If your area’s
been battered by inclement weather, take note that the cracks may
have formed as a result of the shingles frequently contracting and
expanding. Hail damage may also trigger the cracks and open up the
interior to water damage.
Replacing
a whole square of shingles that have gone past their prime will be
necessary to keep up the appearance of the house. Choosing the same
variety can retain the aesthetics like nothing happened.
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