Roof leaks after heavy rain are almost always caused by an existing vulnerability. Heavy rain doesn’t create the problem; it exposes one that was already there.
Each season brings different problems that wear down materials in different ways. Northeast Ohio is especially tough because roofs here see weather extremes.
Climate directly affects how long your roof lasts. In Northeast Ohio, freeze-thaw cycles shorten asphalt shingle lifespan by 2-5 years.