Monday, July 8, 2013

Four Reasons To Follow Roofing Checkup Guidelines

By Rory Brown


The typical homeowner has a portfolio of checkup guidelines for different parts of the home. Appliances such as the refrigerator and air conditioning units are just two of the items that require proper maintenance to extend their life and ability to work properly. Warranties on carpeting and roofing also require certain standards of upkeep.

Prevent a Leaky Roof. If you notice water dripping onto your floor during a rainstorm, it's pretty obvious that you have a leaky roof. Buckets placed beneath the leaking areas can help protect the floor from water damage, but that won't stop a water-saturated ceiling from collapsing. Yearly roofing inspections will identify problems like loose or damaged shingles. Roofing repair performed as soon as an issue is discovered can help prevent a leaky roof.

Avoid Interior and Exterior Water Stains. Water that has leaked through the roof into the house leaves unsightly stains on the walls and ceiling. The accumulated dirt joins the water as it pours off the roof onto the exterior walls of the home, causing mineral and water stains. Repairing and repainting walls and ceilings because of stains is an expensive process. Avoid it with proper roofing repair.

Choose Long-Lasting Roofing Materials. The right materials for your roof will in part be dictated by how the local weather will affect the roofing. High winds or extreme heat or cold can shorten the lifespan of asphalt shingles by over five years. Birds are another thing to consider. Because birds enjoy the warmth coming off Spanish tiles, they often nest around and under them. As a result, homeowners with large numbers of birds in the area may do better with a different type of roofing material.

Health Issues for Both Home and Family. Wood rot and mildew are common problems in wet or damp attics. Wood deterioration and mildew spores can damage your home structurally and cause the air your family breathes to be unhealthy. You'll be less likely to need roofing repair to correct these problems if you follow the recommended maintenance procedures.

Avoid costly repairs by repairing or replacing loose shingles quickly. Add or repair flashing around the chimney and vents. Sunny days are the best times to inspect, maintain and repair the roof.




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