{"id":378,"date":"2019-01-23T20:16:48","date_gmt":"2019-01-23T20:16:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/?p=378"},"modified":"2019-01-23T20:16:49","modified_gmt":"2019-01-23T20:16:49","slug":"warning-signs-your-roof-may-collapse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/warning-signs-your-roof-may-collapse\/","title":{"rendered":"Warning Signs Your Roof May Collapse"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are few things more terrifying than the prospect of your home\u2019s roof collapsing. Not only could this injure you or your loved ones, but it could lead to all manner of interior and exterior property damage. Unfortunately, in too many cases, homeowners don\u2019t realize their roofs are at risk of collapse until the inevitable cave-in actually happens. As you read this guide, you will discover some warning signs that will help you get your roof repaired before it collapses. <\/span><\/p>\n

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    Recent extreme weather<\/span>
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    If your area has recently experienced extreme weather of any kind, it could have damaged your roof to the extent that it is on the verge of collapsing. Piles of heavy snow building-up for months without a break in the weather can, for example, lead to weak roof areas. Severe windstorms, large hail, and, of course, hurricanes or tornadoes can also cause immense roof damage. <\/span><\/li>\n

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    Saggy sections<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Although you might have a mental picture of your home\u2019s entire roof falling into your house at one time, this isn\u2019t normally how roof collapse actually occurs. Most of the time, certain sections become especially weak and cave-in first. If you notice any areas of your roof are sagging, you should absolutely call in a professional right away. This is often one of the first signs that a roof collapse is imminent.
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    Cracks on your home\u2019s interior walls or ceilings<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Roof deterioration, particularly when structural supports begin to bend or warp, can exhibit inside your house. If you notice new cracks on any ceilings or walls, make sure you have a contractor assess the situation right away. The longer you allow your roof to sit without repairs, the more likely it is that you\u2019ll find yourself dealing with a collapse.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    You notice new leaks<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Leaks are another interior issue that can be indicative of severe roof problems. Any leak means that water is somehow infiltrating your roof and getting into your house, which is never good. Large leaks are often major red flags and should be looked at by an expert within a day or two, if possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Sounds you\u2019ve never heard before<\/span><\/h2>\n

    If you begin popping or cracking sounds from your roof, you should exit your home and call a contractor immediately. These noises are often noticeable right before a roof section collapses, so it is best to be out of the way in case that\u2019s what is going on. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    If you have noticed any of these issues at home lately, give us a call<\/a> so we can schedule a roof inspection<\/a>. It is simply not safe to leave a problematic roof to chance! Instead, allow us to take a look at the structure and see what needs to be done to make sure you and your family are free from harm. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    There are few things more terrifying than the prospect of your home\u2019s roof collapsing. Not only could this injure you or your loved ones, but it could lead to all manner of interior and exterior property damage. Unfortunately, in too many cases, homeowners don\u2019t realize their roofs are at risk of collapse until the inevitable … Continue reading Warning Signs Your Roof May Collapse<\/span> →<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[8,6],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/378"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=378"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/378\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":380,"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/378\/revisions\/380"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=378"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=378"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rislateroofing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=378"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}