Can You Have A Roof Decking Fixed?

Roof decking, also known as sheathing, is the layer of materials found over the rafters and below the felt underlayment beneath your shingles. It is often installed by a residential roofing service contractor with the help of plywood or an oriented strand board. It may also be constructed of boards that are connected with a tongue-and-groove joint. This material is designed to moderate moisture levels at home by keeping rain and the snow out and allowing excess moisture to evaporate through the attic.

It is worth noting that the expertise of a certified roofer is necessary to confirm whether your decking needs an actual repair. As a guide, here are a few noticeable signs you can look out for:

Curling shingles
Deterioration around skylights and vents
Missing shingles
Mold and mildew in the attic
Visible sagging of the roof

As it is urged that only a trained and professional exterior remodeling contractor is advised to work on your decking, we have listed some of the reasons why doing DIY-ing decking repairs is not ideal:

Repairs are considered a temporary solution which makes replacement a better solution. This prevents further damage to the system and ensures the roof materials can have a sturdier foundation.
There is little to no assurance that your roof decking won’t get damaged or broken again. Mold and mildew may eventually develop on the boards, leading to rot that weakens the support structure of your system. And because the roof decking is typically made of wood or composite wood fibers, it can still be susceptible to moisture damage.

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Paul Trautmann