7 Signs You Need a New Roof (Before It's an Emergency)

1. Missing, Cracked, or Curling Shingles

Shingles are your roof’s first line of defense. When they go missing, crack, or curl at the edges, water gets a path underneath. A few damaged shingles can often be repaired, but widespread curling usually means the roof is near the end of its life.

2. Granules in the Gutters

Those little sand-like granules protect your shingles from UV damage. If you’re finding piles of them in your gutters or downspouts, your shingles are wearing out and losing their protection.

3. Daylight or Stains in the Attic

Head into your attic on a sunny day. If you see daylight through the roof boards or notice water stains and streaks, moisture is already getting in.

4. Sagging Rooflines

A sagging roof deck points to trapped moisture or structural issues. This is one sign you should never ignore, call a professional immediately.

5. Ceiling or Wall Water Stains

Brown rings on your ceiling or running stains down a wall mean water has already made it inside. The leak is often far from where the stain appears, which is why a professional inspection matters.

6. Your Roof Is 15–20+ Years Old

Most asphalt shingle roofs last 15–25 years. If yours is in that range and showing any of the above, it’s smart to get ahead of a full replacement before it fails.

7. After a Major Hail or Wind Storm

Storm damage isn’t always visible from the ground. Hail leaves bruises and wind lifts shingles in ways only a trained eye catches. After a big Missouri storm, get a free inspection, and if there’s damage, we’ll handle the insurance claim for you.

Not Sure? Get a Free Inspection

You don’t have to guess. Summit Edge Exteriors offers free, no-pressure roof inspections across the Kansas City metro. We’ll give you photos and an honest answer, even if that answer is ‘your roof is fine.’