Common Defects

Roof Shingle Granule Loss -- what Blaine homeowners need to know.

Granule loss on asphalt shingles is the #1 indicator of remaining roof life — and it's epidemic in Blaine after the 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2024 hailstorms. Granules protect the asphalt mat from UV; once they're gone, the mat dries, cracks, and fails within 12-24 months.

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How We Document It

We document roof shingle granule loss with annotated photos, measurements where applicable, and a written priority recommendation routed by safety priority. When the finding warrants it, we refer you to a Minnesota-licensed specialist for repair -- never to anyone we have a financial relationship with.

Roof valley and shingles inspected for wear

What It Means for Your Deal

Defects discovered during inspection are leverage. Whether you negotiate a credit, request a repair, or walk away, our reports give you and your agent the documentation needed to move forward with clarity. Report in 24 Hours turnaround means you keep your inspection contingency window intact.

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More about this service in Blaine

Storm damage causes acute granule loss in distinctive patterns (impact bruising, exposed mat at strike points). Age-related granule loss is uniform and gradual. We see massive granule deposits in gutters and at downspout splash blocks on Blaine homes Years experience old. Drone aerial documentation lets us count strikes per square — most insurance carriers require 8+ strikes per 100 sq ft to fund a full replacement. We document remaining life, storm vs. age cause, and provide adjuster-ready photos.

FAQ

Common questions about Roof Shingle Granule Loss

Severity depends on the specific finding, the location, and the home's age. We rate every defect we document by safety priority -- Safety / Major / Minor / Maintenance -- so you know exactly what's a deal-breaker and what's a Saturday-afternoon fix.

Some defects (Federal Pacific panels, polybutylene, knob-and-tube, active mold, recall-class plumbing) trigger insurance carrier requirements. We document every finding so your carrier and lender have the information they need.

They can -- but you have leverage. Most Minnesota purchase agreements include an inspection contingency that allows you to renegotiate, request credits, or walk away within the contingency window.