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Late October is a busy stretch for roofers in central Indiana, and our crew was out in Fishers, IN for a roofing project on October 30 and 31. Fishers is our home base, so jobs like this one are just a few minutes from our office. We took well over 100 photos across those two days. Here are a few of them, along with answers to the questions Fishers homeowners ask us most often about roof work this time of year.
"Is it too late in the year for roof work?"
Usually not. Shingles need some warmth to seal down properly, so roofers pay attention to the forecast once fall sets in, but late October and much of November still give us plenty of good working days in the Fishers area. If your roof needs attention, waiting until spring means putting it through another winter of snow, ice and freeze-thaw cycles. A problem that is small today can turn into a ceiling stain by February.
"Why do you take so many photos?"
On this Fishers job, our team photographed the roof in the morning, again through the afternoon and into the evening on day one, and again on day two. That habit has a purpose. Much of a roofing job ends up hidden under the finished surface, and photos are the only way a homeowner can see that work after the fact. They also give you a record for insurance, warranty questions or a future home sale.
"How do I know if I need a repair or a whole new roof?"
It depends on the age of the roof and how widespread the problem is. A few missing shingles or one leaking vent boot can often be handled with a roof repair. When the shingles are worn across the whole roof, or leaks keep coming back in different spots, a roof replacement is often the better use of your money. An inspection with photos lets you see the condition for yourself and make that call with real information.
"What should I watch for this winter?"
- Icicles or thick ice building up along the gutters, a sign of ice dams
- Shingles that blow off or lift during winter wind storms
- Water spots on upstairs ceilings or around skylights after snow melts
- Frost or dampness on the underside of the roof deck in the attic
- Gutters pulling away from the house under the weight of ice
Any of these is worth a call before the damage spreads.
Your Neighborhood Roofer in Fishers
Blue Ladder Roofing is based in Fishers and works on homes across the city and the rest of Hamilton County. If you have questions about your roof before winter, call (463) 222-5211 for a free roof inspection.