Extending Your Roof Investment
The most significant investment people make today is their home, and protecting your investment by extending the life of your roof is a great way to get the most out of it.
Here are five things to consider when you want to extend the life of your patio cover’s roof:
Inspect the Roof Regularly
Getting up onto your roof every six months or more is a great way to extend the life of your roof as this will give you an idea of maintenance that is needed before they become a serious issue.
Inspect the sealing around skylights, the flashing on your chimney, and other areas, as well as check your vents to be sure they are not blocked by any debris or damage.
You can also hire Affordable Shade or a secondary roofing inspector if you need a detailed inspection of the roof. The contractor can identify if major repairs are needed and if not, offer suggestions on how to make sure your roof remains in good condition.
Replace Worn or Missing Shingles Quickly
Worn or missing shingles are like holes in the armor of your roof: holes that let rain and wind in to deal severe damage to your roof system as well as the structure of your home itself.
There are tons of DIY tips and videos on how to replace shingles, and it’s not as difficult as you might think to make this kind of minor repair yourself with a few necessary tools and supplies you can purchase from just about any home improvement store. Just make sure that you have the proper disposal methods to hand, this may mean calling in a rubbish removal brighton service to help you with getting rid of your excess.
If you don’t feel comfortable making the repairs yourself, then you can surely consider opting for professional help who can not only offer repairs but also Roof Replacement services. However, keep in mind that the cost of having a roofing company do the task might vary. So, it is necessary that you do your research about roofing companies before selecting one.
Invest in a Liquid Polymer Roof Coating
This type of liquid coating does for your roof what weather sealant does for a wooden deck helps to keep out moisture and make your shingles more weather-resistant.
Application of a liquid polymer roof coating typically only takes a few hours and the benefits you will reap from that time can’t be overstated regarding extending the life of your home’s roof.
This roof protectant is available at most home improvement stores and is most effective on newly shingled roofs so if you have just had your roof replaced now is the time to apply this weather-resistant coating.
Trim Tree Branches Near Your Roof
Untrimmed tree branches represent a severe threat to the roof of your patio cover, especially when the wind blows during storms.
You can avoid the need to pay for costly roof repairs by making sure that branches near your roof are trimmed back, unable to scratch shingles off of your roof, and exposing your home’s roof to moisture and other elements. For that, you can contact a firm that provides tree trimming services near your area. In order to find a reputed tree care firm, you can search online with keywords like “tree trimming Roanoke“.
Make sure to look into local laws before trimming tree branches that hang over from a neighbor’s home to your property to see what your rights are.
Keep Your Gutters Clear
Keeping your gutters free of leaves and other debris also helps to protect and extend the life of your roof.
Trapped leaves and other objects keep your gutters from adequately diverting water away from your home, which can damage your shingles and soak through the underlayment into the structure of your roof.
Cleaning or having your gutter cleaned at least once in spring and fall (or more often depending on your property’s individual needs) is essential to protect your home from damaging water buildup from blocked gutters.
