It’s a general rule of thumb that you have your roof checked every now and then to see if it’s still in good condition. The spring season is no exception to this rule. In fact, some say spring is the best time of the year to have your roof maintained by a professional. When you’re having your roof maintained, there are five areas that you need to focus on, including the following:
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Your trees – If you have trees on your property, this is one of the areas that you need to focus on when maintaining the roof. This is because if your trees happen to have overgrown branches, a strong gust of wind could easily cause them to snap and fall on your roof, causing major damage in the process. With that in mind, when you’re maintaining your roof this season, have a professional trim your trees as well to prevent damage.
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The chimney – Does your roof have a chimney attached to it? If so, have a professional inspect it to see if its masonry is still intact and that calcium isn’t building up. Should your professional declare that there is calcium buildup or the masonry is damaged, have it repaired immediately to prevent it from absorbing water that can cause mold to grow around your home.
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Shingles – Since you’re already in the process of maintaining your roof for the season, have a roof replacement professional inspect the shingles of your roof as well. That way, a trained eye could determine if your shingles sustained any form of damage during the past months. If there is any damage, consider having the shingles repaired or replaced as soon as possible to prevent leaks.
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Vents – Vents are important in helping your roof to last for as long as possible. With that in mind, include your vents in your roof maintenance plans as well to determine if it’s still doing its job properly.
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Gutters and downspouts – During the spring season, make sure to have your gutters and downspouts cleaned and free of debris as the season can bring sudden storms with it. By cleaning your gutters and downspouts, any rainwater that runs off your roof can be easily redirected away from your home by the gutters.
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