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How to Maintain Your Roof

By May 29, 2018January 11th, 2023No Comments

Maintaining your home’s roof is an easy way to ensure that you prevent damage in the future. Having your roof in tip top shape can prevent water leaks, and other catastrophic events. Dedicating some time and money now can save you a whole lot of trouble moving forward. Those summer storms are wicked, the winter is harsh, and spring is extremely wet. And without a maintained roof, you could be seeing some trouble. Here are some tips on how to maintain your roof!

 

  1. General Inspection and Repair

Do a general look-around. Notice if anything is broken, missing, or damaged. Look for nails that have come lose. See if there is moss growing on the roof. Inspect your attic as well. What might not be visible on the outside could be visible inside. You can have a professional examine your roof if you do not feel confident about doing it yourself.

 

  1. Replace Damaged Shingles

Keep an eye out for the shingles on your roof. If any of them get damaged, replace it as soon as possible. Bad weather, debris, moss, and algae can all damage a shingle. You can replace it yourself, but it is a good idea to have a professional come and do it for you.

 

  1. Clear Away Debris

Remove things like stray branches and leaves will keep your roof healthy. Debris that sits on the roof is heavy, and it can cause pooling of rainwater or snow. Pools of water can quickly deteriorate your roof and cause damage.

 

  1. Clear out the Gutters

Your gutters are prone to debris build-up. If they are full of branches and leaves, they are unable to do their job. Gutters collect rainwater and move it away from your home to help prevent water damage. You should also examine the downspouts to make sure that they are not clogged. You can hire a professional to help you safely clear your gutters.

 

  1. Trim or remove overhanging branches

Get rid of branches that could potentially fall on your roof. A big storm or a large gust of wind could bring it down. You don’t want branches coming down and causing damage to your roof. Prevent it before it happens!

 

  1. Clean your Chimney

Check your chimney to make sure it is in good shape. Look out for any missing or cracked bricks. Inspect the mortar. Lose bricks can fall onto the roof and cause damage. Hire a professional to clean your chimney. It is best to get this done before the cold weather comes back around.

 

Although roof maintenance can seem tedious now, it can save you a headache in the future. Your roof is your protection from the elements. Make sure that it is prepared to do its job. You can also talk to your insurance agent about home insurance. They can help you answer any questions related to insuring your house. It’s just another step to keeping your family and your house safe.

 

Talk to an Encharter agent about maintaining your roof. Call us at 888.754.829!