Summer Roof Maintenance 101

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.

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