Shingles curling and losing granules? Here's what that means.
Free roof inspection and honest estimate for your Batavia, OH home — no pressure, just photos and facts.
You cleaned the gutters again and found dark grit in the bottom. Walk around the house and you see shingles curling up at the edges. This is common on older homes in Batavia, especially after years of Ohio sun and freeze-thaw cycles. You need to know if it is a small fix or a full replacement.
Curling shingles and granule loss happen when the asphalt mat inside the shingle dries out and shrinks. The edges pull up. The protective granules, which block UV rays, start shedding into your gutters. Once the granules are gone, the sun bakes the asphalt faster. A few curled shingles on one slope might just be heat damage from a bathroom fan vent. Curling across the whole roof means the shingles have aged past their midpoint.
A targeted repair might cost a few hundred dollars if only a small section is bad. Widespread curling and bare spots usually point to a roof in its last few years. The age of your roof, how many layers are up there, and the decking condition all shift the final number. In Batavia, many homes were built in the 60s and 70s during the Route 32 development boom. If your roof is original or has only one overlay, a full tear-off is likely the smarter money move now, before a leak starts.
This week, do not power wash or seal the shingles. That can speed up the damage. Instead, call TruRoof for a free inspection with photos. We get on the roof, measure the granule loss, check for soft decking, and give you a written estimate. You see exactly what we see. No guesswork.
After the inspection, you will have clear photos and a simple report. You will know if you need a small repair now and a budget plan for later, or if the roof is ready for a full replacement. The worry about hidden damage is gone. You can plan on your own timeline.
What people in Batavia say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in Batavia ask
how much should a roof inspection cost
Our inspections are free and come with photos and a written report you keep, whether or not you hire us.
what does a roof inspection include
Shingles, flashing, penetrations, gutters, attic ventilation and decking, documented with photos.
why do i keep getting calls about roof inspections
Storm chasers follow hail maps. Use a local, licensed company that will still be here in five years.
attic wet after rain
Mark the wet area with tape. Check the roof directly above it for missing shingles, cracked flashing, or a bad pipe boot. Water travels downhill, so the entry point may be higher than the stain. Get a pro to trace it before it rots the decking.
how to choose a roofing contractor
Ask for a local address and a written estimate. Check that they have insurance and a license. Read reviews and ask for references. A good contractor will walk you through the job, not just hand you a number. Get at least three quotes before you decide.
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TruRoof handles roof inspection and free estimate in Batavia and the area around it.