- Recently bought my first house (built in early 2000s), and the roof was supposedly replaced just 8 years ago.
- Already noticing granules in the gutters after every heavy rain, and a few shingles are starting to curl slightly at the edges.
- Had a roofer come out to inspect, and he said installation looked solid—no obvious mistakes or shortcuts.
- Makes me wonder if it's really just the materials themselves, like you're saying...
- Did some digging online, and it seems others have similar experiences with newer shingles not lasting as long as advertised.
- Definitely frustrating as a homeowner, especially since roofs aren't exactly cheap to replace.
- Guess I'll be budgeting for repairs sooner than expected...
I've noticed something similar with my place—roof was redone about 7 years ago, and I'm already seeing granules washing out. Makes me wonder if manufacturers are cutting corners on materials these days... or maybe environmental factors are harsher now? Definitely frustrating either way.
Had the same issue here—roof replaced about 8 yrs ago, and last storm I found granules all over my driveway. Honestly, I think shingles just aren't made like they used to be... or maybe I'm just turning into my dad complaining about "back in my day" quality.
- Had mine done about 6 yrs ago, seeing similar granule loss already.
- Honestly suspect manufacturers cut corners to save costs these days...
- Or maybe I'm just getting cynical in my old age, lol.
"Honestly suspect manufacturers cut corners to save costs these days..."
Yeah, I've wondered about that too. Had mine replaced around 8 years ago, and I'm noticing similar issues—granules in the gutters, shingles looking worn already. Makes me wonder if it's really just cost-cutting or if there's something else going on... maybe changes in materials or environmental factors? I mean, weather does seem crazier these days, doesn't it?
I remember my parents' roof lasting like 25 years without much fuss. Now it feels like we're lucky to get half that lifespan. Could be nostalgia talking though, lol. Has anyone looked into whether certain brands or types of shingles hold up better? Might be worth digging into before the next replacement comes around...
