Roof Maintenance
What makes a good roof? Roof maintenance once every year, and that’s it. This is very important to ensure larger problems don’t arise. The roof of the house is after all what offers your whole home protection. All factors should be working together in order to prevent water infiltration. Bi-annual cleanings can help. Depending on roof type, (usage, age, and complexity), roof maintenance programs are designed to maximize the life cycle of the roof while minimizing the costs involved. A good roof maintenance program also ensures that there are no financial surprises for the building owner. Being proactive and planning ahead is extremely beneficial. If re-roofing is required, at least you are starting from scratch and eliminating future issues. In other words, it is the maximum investment to the homeowner. Though there are several areas that should be taken into consideration when it comes to having your roof assessed each year, here are three key points to look at – especially heading into the cold, rainy months. With flashings, water can run behind the flashing and drip into the attic or next level of the home causing it to rust or rot. Caulking can be a good temporary repair however if the mortar is well deteriorated it may need to be re-built. Exposed nails are used for properly sealing is important. Over time, nails may become loose and allow water in. This can be problematic for flashings and vents as well. With older chimneys and brick, water can enter if cracking occurs above the roof flashing level can allow water to get in and go down the chimney and come out at an inner wall area showing stains and actual dripping. The chimney can deteriorate which could lead to cracks in the bricks and the mortar. Having roof maintenance performed on your home at least once a year can save you thousands in the long run. Don’t procrastinate on the roof above your head. Please contact us for more information and to schedule roofing maintenance for your home.