What Are the Signs of a Bad Roof Installation?

Signs of a bad roof installation include crooked or uneven shingle lines, shingles lifting soon after install, old flashing or pipe boots left in place, missing drip edge, exposed nails, and leaks within the first few years. Many problems come from cutting corners like skipping tear-off. An independent inspection can confirm what went wrong.

What Can I See From the Ground?

• Shingle rows that are crooked or uneven.
• Shingles lifting or blowing off soon after install.
• Old, rusty flashing next to new shingles.
• A lumpy roof surface from shingles laid over shingles.

What Shortcuts Cause Problems?

Skipping tear-off, reusing flashing, leaving out drip edge or ice and water shield, and poor nailing. Read tear-off vs roof-over and why nail pops happen.

What Should I Do If My Roof Was Installed Poorly?

Document the problems with photos, check your paperwork, and contact the installer first. If you need an independent look, Honest Roofers can inspect and explain what we find. Read about roof warranties.

How Does Honest Roofers Install a Roof?

Full tear-off to the deck, decking repairs, drip edge, ice and water shield on the lower edge, synthetic underlayment, new flashings and vents, then shingles. Learn about roof replacement in Myrtle Beach or roof repairs.