How Will I Know When It's Time To Re-roof?
Common sense says that one of the best ways to avoid roof trouble is to inspect your
roof twice yearly. Once in the fall">
How Will I Know When It's Time To Re-roof?
Common sense says that one of the best ways to avoid roof trouble is to inspect your
roof twice yearly. Once in the fall">
How Will I Know When It's Time To Re-roof?
Common sense says that one of the best ways to avoid roof trouble is to inspect your
roof twice yearly. Once in the fall">
How Will I Know When It's Time To Re-roof?
Common sense says that one of the best ways to avoid roof trouble is to inspect your
roof twice yearly. Once in the fall, before the winter weather begins. That's the time to
check for clogged or broken gutters, problems with flashings and deterioration of
shingles. Once again in the spring to inspect for damage the winter months may have
caused. Periodic inspections will help you identify problems sooner rather than later and
will alert you to when it is necessary to re-roof.
How to Spot Trouble
Generally the first sign of roof trouble is a leak. You may
notice stains or dampness. More obvious signs of trouble will be raised or broken
shingles, a loss of mineral granules in the shingles or dark looking spots in the
sheathing.
Taking a Closer Look
You'll find you can safely identify some trouble spots from the
ground using binoculars or your camera's telephoto lens. Then you can alert the contractor
to areas of particular concern to you.
First, standing back away from the house, look at the lines of
the ridge and rafters. If they appear to sag, it may indicate structural problems.
Next, look at the roof surface for signs of wear, checking the
shingles for warping, cupping, looseness or rot. Scan the roof for any shingles that may
have been lifted by the wind or are missing altogether. Bumps can indicate that the
roofing nails below have become loose.
On asphalt roofs, you'll want to look for bald spots where the
mineral granules have worn away.
With wood shingles, check for curled, broken, and split shingles
and for spots where nails have become loose or rusted.
With tile or slate, individual tiles can chip and break and
require replacement.
In valleys and in flashings around the chimney and vents, check
for broken seals along the flashing's edges and for rust spots in the metal.
Climbing into your attic or onto your roof to inspect your home
can be dangerous. There is the ever present threat of live wires, unstable surfaces, and
unsure footing. For that reason, we at McLeod urge you to use the services of a
professional contractor to conduct the close-up inspection.
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