6 tips to help your roof look better and last longer.
1. LOOK UP
Twice a year (spring and fall) do a visual, from-the-ground inspection. Look for these problem areas.
• Lifting or missing shingles
• Damaged drip edge
• Buckling, loose or missing flashing
• Missing or exposed fasteners
• Sagging or broken gutters
• Piles of granules
2. CLEAN THE GUTTERS
Call in an expert to do this a few times a year-and especially before a big storm. Otherwise, water can back up and rot the fascia.
3. TRIM THE TREES
One good storm can send branches crashing into your roof.
4. LOOK FOR MOSS AND ALGAE
Help avoid this by doing the following.
• Keep your attic properly ventilated
• Remove debris
• Trim overhanging branches
5. RE-CAULK, IF NECESSARY
If a low-grade caulking was used during the installation, flashings may not hold their seal. Call in an expert if you think you need to re-caulk.
6. CHECK THE INSULATION
Proper insulation and ventilation in your attic can help keep your roof in good condition by preventing ice dams from forming and reducing moisture.
