Noticed something weird today when I was cleaning out my gutters. There's a bunch of gritty, sandy stuff piling up in there, and it seems to be coming off the shingles. They're not super old, maybe 7 or 8 years tops. I climbed up to take a closer look and yeah, some areas look kinda bare compared to others. Is this just normal wear and tear or should I be worried?
I mean, I get that shingles don't last forever, but I thought they'd hold up better than this. Maybe it's the weather around here (we've had some pretty harsh storms lately), or maybe the shingles weren't great quality to begin with? Dunno. Anyway, if anyone's dealt with this before or has suggestions on what to do next—like if there's something I can apply or if it's time to call someone in—I'd appreciate hearing about it.
"There's a bunch of gritty, sandy stuff piling up in there, and it seems to be coming off the shingles."
That's actually pretty common with asphalt shingles—those granules protect the shingles from UV rays and weather damage. Losing some granules over time is normal, but if you're noticing bare patches after just 7-8 years, it might be worth checking into warranty coverage or installation quality. Have you considered looking into alternative roofing materials like metal or even green roofs? They can handle harsh weather better and last significantly longer...
Yeah, granule loss is pretty typical, especially after storms or heavy rain. If it's just a bit here and there, probably nothing to stress over. But if you're seeing noticeable bald spots already, might wanna get it checked sooner rather than later... warranties can be tricky sometimes.
