Best Roofing Maintenance Tips – Family Roofing

Posted on by David Reid

CALL OR EMAIL US TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE – 202-276-5004   FAMILY.ROOFING@YAHOO.COM

 

At Family Roofing, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

 

Best Roofing Maintenance Tips

It’s sometimes easy to forget that your roof needs some regular maintenance.  Taking the time to perform routine maintenance can extend your roof’s lifespan and protect your home’s interior.  It may even save you money on energy costs.

Maintaining your roof does not just requires an inspection now and then. You should get a roof inspection, but proper roof maintenance also means maintaining your gutters, downspouts, insulation, ventilation, trees and more.

Below is a list of essential roof maintenance tips every homeowner should follow:

 1. Schedule a roof inspection

e

Unless you’re hanging Christmas lights or cleaning the gutters, you likely don’t spend a lot of time getting up close and personal with your roof.  That’s why it’s a good idea to have your roof inspected by a professional at least once or twice a year to determine if there’s any serious damage or normal wear and tear in need of your attention.

The most important thing to do is to keep the roof free from leaves, dirt and debris.  Ensure that no debris has collected at the overlap points (the fronts and tops) of the tiles.  This allows for proper drainage and preventing any blockages from forming and causing damage.

You should also walk around your home and look for the following signs that indicate some work is needed:

  • Broken or missing shingles

  • Damaged flashing

  • Damaged or sagging gutters

  • Noticeable shingle decay or piles of granules

  • Moss, mildew or mold growth

  • Broken or clogged gutters

  • Trim branches around your roof to ensure that leaves do not collect on your roof. This is especially important if you experience severe wind and rain

  • Be on the lookout for mold & mildew.

  • Check around all chimneys, skylights and any other roof penetrations to ensure that the flashing is in place and sealed properly and preventing water from entering under the roof surface. Look out for any cracks or damage and make sure to replace any signs of deterioration promptly.

If you spot any of these issues, it’s time to call in a roofing expert who can safely (and thoroughly) inspect the damage and recommend repairs.

2. Inspect your roof after major weather

It’s always a good idea to inspect your roof after a big storm, rain, snow, wind or other weather events.  For example, in the spring, check to make sure the following didn’t happen during a winter storm:

  • A tree branch fell on your roof

  • You’re missing roof tiles or shingles

  • There are ice dams or buildup in your gutters or downspout

If you notice any of these signs, contact a roofing contractor ASAP.