With summer on the way and thunderstorms prevalent during this season, now is the time to inspect your roof. Warm temperatures and sunny days make this the prime time for repairs and a total roof replacement. Here are some issues to look for which will tell you if your roof needs work.
Here is a checklist of things to look for:
Look at Shingles
As shingles age, they lose their ability to protect the roof adequately. They may start to curl or crack. Old shingles will crumble, so you may notice some missing. If your shingles need to be replaced, you want to get it taken care of soon because they will allow water into your home.
Check for Leaks
It can be difficult to recognize leaks on a roof. You’ll want to check the flashing and around any vents. Look around gutters and windows to notice leaks before they cause significant damage. If in doubt, you can look in your attic for dark spots which indicate where water has found an entrance.
Analyze Ventilation
You can reduce energy costs by making sure your attic has enough ventilation. You also want to allow humidity an escape. Otherwise, you’re setting up the attic as a place where mold and mildew can grow. If your attic has poor ventilation, a roofing contractor can provide a proposal to improve your ventilation before hot weather arrives.
Check Surrounding Trees
You can reduce energy costs by making sure your attic has enough ventilation. You also want to allow humidity an escape. Otherwise, you’re setting up the attic as a place where mold and mildew can grow. If your attic has poor ventilation, a roofing contractor can provide a proposal to improve your ventilation before hot weather arrives.
When to Perform an Inspection of Your Roof
Summer temperatures can be hard on the roof while thunderstorms can do significant damage. Take time to inspect your roof and attic before summer arrives. If you find the roof needs repairs or to be replaced, you can schedule a roofing company before they get booked for the summer.
If you aren’t sure about doing the inspection yourself, you can hire a roofing team to come in and look at your roof. They will review all the features of your roof and provide an estimate of any repairs that are needed.
When a professional roofing company comes in and does an inspection, they want to make sure your roof can handle the heat as well as any summer storms. They check that it is in working condition and look for ways to ensure the life of your roof hasn’t been reduced through poor maintenance.
So, here’s a quick checklist for you to review when you inspect your roof this summer:
- Inspect shingles for damage or for those that are missing
- Look for signs of leaks
- Check ventilation
- Trim and remove tree limbs that overhang the house
