When roofing comes to mind, many homeowners think of shingles, gutters, and siding, but they ignore roof decking. Roof decking is one of the most important parts of roofing. The decking is the layer of wood that you cannot see behind your shingles or metal roof, but which actually gives strength to the entire roofing system
A roof that looks uneven is a clear sign of a problem. Sagging rooflines are a result of chimneys leaking water and soaking into the decking, causing the wood to weaken its structure. Damage can quickly spread with any roofing material you have, whether it is a shingle roof, a metal roof, a tile roof, or a flat roof.
If you continually seek roof repair after every storm, the problem is with the decking even more than the shingles. Water can penetrate weak areas of your decking, damaging insulation, walls, siding, and even window parts.
Go to your attic ideally during the day and if you see any moisture, stains or cracks in the decking, most of the cases your roof decking is rotting and need replacements.
Shingles depend on a solid surface so that they can be stable. If the decking has rotted out and is soft or warped, you will have curling shingles, loose shingles at their seams, or sections sliding off. The decking compromises the whole roof system, whether it is a shingle shake roof, flat roof, or a metal roof.
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