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Roof Repair Solutions When Roofing Shingles Are Cracked and Splitting
The surface of asphalt shingles isn’t just there for aesthetics. Asphalt shingles have multiple layers that act as a protective outer shell shielding everything below it from the elements. Seeing cracks or splits in your asphalt roofing is one of the sure signs that roof repair is needed.
Are you seeing cracks in your asphalt shingles?
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What to do If You Need to Repair Cracked or Split Shingles . . . and Want to Prevent It From Happening Again
Fortunately, repairing cracked and split asphalt shingles is typically a straightforward process – as long as you catch it quickly. If you are unaware the problem exists or let it go too long the repairs will be more extensive.
Take the following steps to ensure that doesn’t happen.
Figure Out the Reason for the Shingle Splitting and Cracking
If your asphalt roof is around 20 years old, the shingles may begin cracking simply because of aging. This is the most obvious cause that’s easy to determine based on when the roof was installed. Other issues are more difficult for a property owner to assess, which is why a professional roof inspection is recommended.
A roof inspection can tell you if the cracking and splitting is from:
- Expansion and contraction that’s the result of extreme temperatures if the roofing materials weren’t installed correctly. Underlying joints known as expansion joints, are gaps in the roofing that are strategically placed to allow singles to expand and contract without cracking. If they aren’t installed, the wrong types of joints are installed or they aren’t in the correct place it can cause splitting.
- Bad weather that caused physical damage from high winds and/or hail. Asphalt shingles can take a beating from hail damage, literally. When there’s adverse weather you may only have a few shingles that are actually cracked or the damage could be widespread.
- Wear and tear over time is one of the most common reasons for cracking. Every roofing material has an expected life span. As an asphalt roof reaches the end of its life it will begin to show the wear and tear. The shingles will also lose some of the chemicals that make them flexible and resistant to cracking.



