SUMMER
ROOF MAINTENANCE 101
SUMMER
WEATHER CAN MEAN ROOFING ISSUES, KNOW WHAT TO LOOK FOR!
Most homeowners believe that once winter, fall and spring have
passed their roofing worries have as well. That’s not entirely the case
however, high summer temperatures can cause roofing problems and when not taken
care of they will only become worse once winter and rainy seasons approach.
During these hot summer days ventilation is a key
component. During the summer, excess heat will build up in your attic which in
turn causes high energy costs in order to cool your home. Along with this
homeowners need to worry about moisture build up that is produced in the home.
If that moisture that is being trapped in your attic is not released it may
cause insulation and construction damage.
KEY AREAS TO INSPECT
AND MAINTAIN.
1. Inspect your roof with a complete walk-around from the
ground, looking for shingle lift, missing shingles, cracked or dented shingles,
moss or any other type of fungal growth, debris that has gathered in corners or
roof valleys and roof damage of any kind.
2. Inspect the flashing (metal strips) around the chimney,
skylight, vents, satellite dish, or any other roof protrusion. Flashing often
loosens during harsh weather or can deteriorate over time.
3. Check the underside of eaves for debris that may have
gathered and remove it. Be careful since this is a favorite spot for stinging
insects to build nests.
4. Check for loose gutters. It’s common for storms to loosen
them. Tighten all bolts, making certain the gutters are properly angled and
aligned to divert water away from the house.
5. Clean out gutters, downspouts and roof drains. You’ll be
surprised at the amount of flower blossoms, twigs, seeds and other debris that
gathers in them during the spring. After cleaning the gutters, test them by
running water through them using a garden hose. If the water flows freely
through them with no leaks, you’re good to go.
WHY IS SUMMER ROOF MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT?
Because summer brings with it high temperatures, humidity, and
sometimes strong Santa Ana winds it is vital to inspect and maintain your roof
regularly. By doing this you can deter serious problems from happening as well
as ensure the quality and life of your roof, which in turn can save you money.
If you come across any roofing issues during your summer
maintenance and are in the San Diego County area of California contact Urbach
Roofing, Inc. today. We are Master™ certified contractor through GAF and Tile Roofing Institute Trained and Certified. We have
been providing our region with expert commercial and residential roofing
services for over 40 years. We provide services in San Marcos, Escondido,
Vista, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Del Mar, La Jolla, Fallbrook and all of the surrounding San
Diego cities.
Call for your roofing estimate: 760-471-5065
Or send us a message on our Contact Us page of our website: http://www.roofingsandiego.com/contact_us_.html
