When it comes to roof maintenance, most homeowners don’t bother with the task of looking for a good roofer until they actually need one. After all, if there isn’t a need for one yet, why should they go looking for one, right? However, this isn’t actually a practice that homeowners should follow. In fact, it’s highly recommended that you find a good roofer before you even need to perform storm damage repair on your roof.
Here’s why:
[Read more…]Flashing is an essential part of any roofing system as it helps improve your roof’s water shedding capabilities, directing water away from your property effectively when it rains. So, it’s vital that your flashing remains in good shape. This is because, if it fails, you’ll be leaving your home vulnerable to leaks. But how exactly does roof flashing fail?
Here are the different ways your roof flashing can fail:
[Read more…]Now that the storm has passed, and the clouds have cleared, it’s time to check your roofing system for damage. But before climbing up that ladder, you’ll need to consider a few essentials.
Bird nesting season usually happens in springtime – but can extend into summer so they can take advantage of the warm weather to take care of their young. However, birds possibly nesting in your gutters is an issue that ultimately leads to other bigger problems like water damage and chimney blockage. An untimely roof repair can be costly so it’s better to know the ways to deter bird activity in your gutters and lessen cleaning chores.
No matter what time of the year it is, roofing specialists say that it’s vital that your home has proper attic ventilation. That way, your home remains comfortable all year round, and your roofing system lasts for as long as possible. Unfortunately, some homeowners don’t realize immediately that their homes have poor attic ventilation, leading to a few problems around their home, such as:
While spring is known for it’s agreeable weather, another thing it’s known for are spring storms. And, unfortunately for some homeowners, these spring storms can be pretty damaging to homes if you aren’t adequately prepared. Thankfully, it is possible to ready your home for these occurrences by following a few easy steps.
Gutters are an integral part of your home. They are designed to safely catch any rainwater that runs off your roof before diverting it away from your home, protecting it from moisture damage. With that in mind, it’s important that you properly maintain your gutter system. Otherwise, you can face various kinds of problems, such as:
In terms of home maintenance, it’s possible that you’ve heard some of your neighbors and friends say the phrase “if it’s not broke, don’t fix it”. When it comes to delicate matters like the roof, however, roofing specialists strongly advise that you don’t follow this mantra at all. In fact, if you want to keep your roof in top shape for years to come, you’ll need to have a roofer inspect it every now and then.
The flashing is an important part of your roofing system. It’s composed of sheet metal layers made of galvanized metal or aluminum. Usually, they’re fitted at the joints, breaks or edges of your roof in order to prevent leaks. Unfortunately, if your roofing system is damaged, it’s likely that your flashing will take a beating as well, making repairs necessary to prevent costly issues in the future. So, it’s important to properly repair flashing and avoid the following mistakes.
Gutters are usually available in white or off-white. This isn’t because they’re trendy, or they’re the safest colors; it’s just tricky to pick a color for gutters and downspouts. And, since homeowners don’t usually think these components are as important as the roof and the siding – which make up the largest part of a home’s exterior – they simply go with the factory color in which the gutters come.
However, although white and off-white do look good, there are instances when neither of them works. Instead of complementing the exterior colors, the white gutters tend to stick out like a sore thumb. So, you must choose a different color for your gutters.
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