Your roof is designed and built to protect your home against different weather conditions. But you should also know that it’s never truly indestructible as it’s still subject to wear and tear over time. To keep your roof in good condition and ensure its longevity and performance, it should go through a thorough inspection carried out by a trusted professional. You should also be aware of the factors that can otherwise cause problems to your roof.
Local roof replacement contractor Fields Roof Services, Inc. discusses some of the most common threats to your roofing system.
Strong Winds
As one of the leading causes of roof damage, strong winds can lift loose shingles and leave the other areas exposed to the elements. After a windy day, make sure to inspect your property for shingles that may be lying around. Even if you don’t see any shingles on the ground, you might want to check your roof if it has a few bald spots. If you’ve determined that your roof is missing a few shingles, call in a professional roofing company to address the issue.
Overhanging Branches
If you have any branches from nearby trees hanging over your roof, you should be aware that they can break and fall under heavy ice or snow. They can even break on windy days and fall on your roof, which may result in impact damage. Failure to remove roof debris immediately can lead to issues affecting the aesthetics and the weather performance of the system. The debris can still get washed out naturally by the rain, but then will eventually end up in your gutters and cause clogging problems. To prevent this, take your time to perform roof maintenance by cleaning off the roof debris and having the overhanging branches trimmed.
Rain
Rain damage doesn’t happen often if you have a well-built roof, but clogged gutters can prevent water runoff from getting drained properly. Rainwater can also sometimes collect debris such as leaves and small twigs that can accumulate on your roof’s valleys, which can also affect the runoff if not cleaned properly.
Call Fields Roof Service, Inc. today if you want to learn more about our quality roofing maintenance and modified bitumen roof installation services. Call (253) 852-4974 or through our convenient online request form!
