Preventative Roof Maintenance

It’s a common homeowner concern, getting the largest benefit from their home, and this extends to their roof. Make the most out of your roof by scheduling periodic roof maintenance. Not only will you get the most value out of your roof, but you’ll save money in the long run as well.

Studies have shown that while a roof only takes up 10% of the total home construction, it is responsible for 90% of maintenance costs down the line. Having your roof inspected periodically and the minor repairs that might be needed as a result can make your roof last far beyond its warranty period.

The most common items to look for are:

  • Paint peeling on eves or overhangs
  • Cracked or missing caulking around skylights or chimneys
  • Curled or buckled shingles
  • Missing or damaged shingles or other surface material
  • Bare spots on asphalt shingles
  • Rusted flashing

Taking care of these regular maintenance items will extend your roof’s lifespan in addition to exterior inspections.

Clean out the gutters on a regular basis

The gutters lining your house are integral to keeping your roof dry. Rain and melting snow from your roof flow into your home’s gutters to be channeled to the ground. Clogged gutters cause water to pool on your roof, causing the fascia and roof to rot.

Remove dirt from your roof’s gutters at least two times a year. Should you find a sizable amount of loose gravels unattached to your asphalt roofings in the gutters, it signifies critical wear and indicates that you should re-roof.

Trim your trees to lower the risk of damage

While the larger, mature trees are gorgeous on your property, they’re also dangerous to your roof. With age, overhanging limbs can break and fall, as well as the number of falling leaves that find their way on to your roof. On top of that, leaf build-up can lead to moisture getting trapped underneath.

Replace broken or missing shingles

Over the years, asphalt shingles undergo wear and tear that can cause them to become too thin, or to loosen and fall off. Leaks and rotting can occur when moisture is allowed to build up in gaps in your roofing. As soon as you detect any missing shingles or if you see that they’re becoming too weather-worn, replace them.

Reseal and caulk around vents and pipes

Everywhere there’s an opening such as chimneys, vents, pipes, and skylights, your roof is vulnerable. Make sure that you seal these vulnerabilities with roofing tar or caulking to prevent moisture build-up in these areas.

A list of benefits for you to learn more is provided if you are still worried about deciding on whether or not to choose to do the routine maintenance.

Benefits of Routine Roof Maintenance.

Some of the most important reasons for performing preventive roof maintenance include:

  • Reducing the need for re-roofing or total replacement
  • Extending the life of your roof
  • Maintaining your construction guarantee

Answering questions that may arise and provide great customer service are things that our company believes are important to do. If you would like to learn more about preventive roof maintenance and want your roof inspected, please see our Contact Us page today to get in touch with a specialist.