- Yeah, you're onto something there. I've inspected plenty of newer roofs showing early wear after storms—kinda surprising given all the marketing hype. Still, some brands do hold up better, so don't lose hope completely...
I've noticed something similar, but I'm wondering if it's just the roofing materials or could installation practices be slipping a bit lately? Had a neighbor whose roof started losing shingles after just two years, and turns out the contractor skimped on nails and underlayment. Makes me curious—are we seeing more shortcuts in workmanship these days, or is it mostly about the quality of materials themselves...?
I've wondered about this too... could it be a bit of both? Seems like some contractors might be rushing jobs or cutting corners lately. Have you checked reviews or asked around locally to see if others had similar issues with that contractor?
Could be partly contractors, sure, but have you considered the materials themselves? I've noticed shingles these days just don't seem as durable as they used to. Had mine replaced about 7 years ago—supposedly a 20-year roof—and already seeing signs of wear. Neighbor across the street had similar issues, and he used a totally different contractor. Makes me wonder if manufacturers are cutting corners or changing formulas to save costs. Has anyone looked into whether certain brands or types hold up better than others? Might be worth checking into product reviews or consumer reports, not just contractor feedback.
You know, it might not just be the shingles themselves. I've seen similar issues, but after looking into attic ventilation, I realized poor airflow can drastically shorten shingle lifespan. My brother-in-law had premature wear on his roof too, and after installing additional vents, the next set of shingles lasted way longer. Manufacturers might be cutting corners, sure...but before blaming the materials completely, I'd double-check ventilation and insulation. Could save you from replacing another roof sooner than you need to.
