Roofs are expensive to replace. Whether you’re a homeowner or a roofer, making sure you keep your roof maintained is important. The best way to do so is with a routine maintenance plan. Even if it seems like your roof is still holding up just fine, it might be time for some updates and repairs. This list should help avoid any confusion and make sure both the homeowner and the roofer are on the same page.
Asphalt shingles are one of the most popular roofing materials in the United States, covering about 80 percent of homes. They’re easy to work with and look good on many different styles of houses, plus they offer great protection from the elements.
Your roof is likely to take a lot of abuse during its lifetime, especially if you don't take good care of it. Some of the most common issues with roofs are related to exposure to the elements, biological growth, poor installation technique and inconsistent maintenance or repairs.
It's a good idea for every homeowner to regularly have a professional inspect and perform maintenance on the roof. Keeping it in good condition may protect your home. Maintenance is an investment that could pay off big time in the future.
It's a good idea for every homeowner to regularly have a professional inspect and perform maintenance on the roof. Keeping it in good condition may protect your home. Maintenance is an investment that could pay off big time in the future.
1.Housekeeping
To help maintain your roof, its flashing, eavestroughs and downspouts, you should clear and tidy it regularly. This includes clearing away leaves, branches and other debris that may be hanging over your roof. Homeowners might want to install rain gutter protectors to keep their downspouts from getting clogged with leaves and other debris. The protectors, which are metal mesh grates, will make cleanup easier and prevent water from leaking or dripping down the sides of the house after a storm.
2.Roof Inspection
Once you've completed your roof cleaning, it's time to check for potential problems. Your roofer should inspect the roof to look for red flags that could lead to bigger issues down the road. This inspection should be completed twice a year. This gives you ample opportunity to make note of anything suspicious or make small repairs before they get out of hand.
3.Repair
When asphalt shingle roofs need repair, trained professionals should get to work right away, as soon as any damage is noticed. Fixing small problems as soon as they appear can save you from having to do more extensive repairs later on. A roofer might replace or repair missing, broken or buckled shingles by using roofing cement or nails. And if he finds any shingles that have broken free or blown away, he can replace them.
4.Record-keeping
Roofers who work for residential clients should make a point of keeping a formal record of roofing inspection and repair. These records help both the roofer and the homeowner, because they give the homeowner an opportunity to plan ahead for future shingle roofing maintenance. These records help both the roofer and the homeowner, because they give the homeowner an opportunity to plan ahead for future shingle roofing maintenance.
