Archives for January 2018

When homeowners think about where they want to invest their house budget, replacing a roof isn’t normally at the top of the list. Yet a roof that’s leaking or losing shingles needs to be repaired else the moisture seeping into the home can cause larger problems later.

Check out these 4 things to consider before replacing your roof.

Order An Inspection
You may have noticed a few asphalt shingles missing or some moisture pooling in the attic, but until your roof has been inspected by a professional, it’s difficult to determine whether you need to have the entire roof stripped or you just need some flashing repaired or shingles replaced. The small cost of an inspection can save you tens of thousands in unnecessary repairs.
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If you’ve ever experienced the damage caused by clogged gutters or an ice dam rooted in those gutters, you may have wondered if the sluices and downspouts that make up your gutter system are more trouble than they’re worth.

After all, what do gutters actually do?

Gutters Direct Moisture Away From Your Home
The fundamental purpose of a gutter system is to direct the rain, melting snow, and hail that falls upon your roof to some point away from your home. Moisture can be destructive and gutters are one form of defense. That’s why yearly cleaning of debris is vital to keep them working as they should.
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Depending on the roofing materials and the part of the country you live in, a properly installed and well-maintained roof should last you twenty to fifty years. The key is “well-maintained.” Hold fast to your roof’s maximum lifetime by monitoring, identifying, and repairing any roofing issues that arise.

Check out these top ten roofing issues you might have.

Improper Roof Material Installation
Your roof may look amazing, but that doesn’t guarantee that it was properly installed. Adhesion problems can arise if the stripped roof wasn’t dried, cleaned, and primed properly. Also, different roofing materials require specific preparations and installation techniques to ensure durability. Problems will likely arise well within the roofing lifetime if it has not been properly installed by experienced roofers.
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