Aging roofs

Signs Your 10- to 20-Year-Old Roof Needs Attention

What to watch for on an asphalt shingle roof in the 10 to 20 year range.

4 min readUpdated October 15, 2026

Two-story home with a faded asphalt shingle roof and a few lifted shingle tabs

A roof roughly 10 to 20 years old may show fading, stiffness, curling edges or granule loss. If it is not leaking and has 5 or fewer missing shingles, it is typically a good candidate for roof rejuvenation.

Fading and dull color

Shingles that look washed out compared with when they were new are often drying out.

Curling or lifted tabs

Edges that lift or curl can be a sign of stiffness. Note them from the ground and mention them when you call.

Granules in the gutters

Granules collecting in gutters suggest shingles are losing their surface.

What to do

Frequently asked questions

Is a 15-year-old roof too old for rejuvenation?

Roofs roughly 10 to 20 years old are typically good candidates, as long as they are not leaking and have 5 or fewer missing shingles.

Should I wait until there is a leak?

Rejuvenation is for roofs that are not leaking, so it is worth asking before problems start.

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