During the winter season, your roof is tested by wind, hail, snow, ice, and continuous freeze-thaw conditions. These elements of Mother Nature can cause severe damage to the roof. After each winter, it’s always wise to check your roof for any signs of damage inflicted by these unwanted elements and prepare it for spring. Without proper roof inspection and subsequent repairs, if needed, you run a considerable risk of exposing the entire structure to unprecedented damage – damage that could have been easily avoided. The safest bet to get your roof ready for winter is to employ the services of a professional roofing contractor. Nevertheless, as a homeowner, you also have roles to play. So, how do you proceed to maintain and adapt your roof to the blooming spring? Here are some tips that every homeowner should adopt for spring roofing.
Clean Your Gutters, It’s Important for Your Roof
Gutter cleaning is a crucial roofing maintenance job that can be easily done by any homeowner; even the least experienced. Clogged gutters pose more threat to the structure of the house than you might imagine. When gutters are not inspected and cleaned as planned, debris accumulates and the gutter doesn’t drain, causing overflow. The accumulation of moisture can potentially damage the structural integrity of your house. To avoid this situation, you must first perform a thorough inspection of your gutters, then remove any debris that might have accumulated in your gutters during the winter. Once you’re sure all debris has been properly taken care of, use your hose to eliminate any remaining residue.
Inspect Your Roof
After inspecting and cleaning the gutters, comes the roof inspection. If your roof is flat or low-slope, performing a check can be quite easy, but if it’s a steeply inclined roof, you may want to call your local roofer to help here. Roof inspection involves checking the roof for debris buildup, carefully monitoring any signs of weak spots on the shingles, loose or damaged shingles, rust, algae or fungi. All these elements can serve as indicators of roof damage that will require an immediate proactive response. Weak or loose shingles may appear as a minor problem, but if ignored, spring can weigh heavily on the roof. Similarly, the formation of mold or algae is an indicator of roof leaks. If you don’t involve the services of a roof repair and replacement company, the incoming wet weather can worsen these problems much too quickly.
Cut All Overhanging Branches
With tree branches growing so close to your house and even extending so close to your roof, the structure of your roof is significantly threatened. Any overhanging branches can break and land on your roof, which could damage your shingles and gutters. Take care of the branches before taking care of your roof.
For maintenance and repairs, as well as roof inspection, consider the experts at Toitures E. Bourgeois Inc.
Roofer in Brossard and South Shore
