Upkeeping your roof is a yearly task. The amount of yearly upkeep benefits your home in many ways. Think of your roof in terms of a human body. Preventative care is much more effective than damage repair. You don’t want to wait for a major issue to occur due to something you could have been managing.
Here are a few things you need to add to your summer to-do list:
1. Clean Out Your Gutters
The south is known to have summer rains, and you want to make sure that the next storm doesn’t cause damage with clogged gutters. Did you know that this simple task can prevent interior home damage? Creating a pathway for a significant efficient water flow through your gutters can prevent a leaky roof. In addition, anytime there are leaves, and sticks in your gutters, there are opportunities for bugs/pests to get into your home. Keeping your gutters clean can also keep insects where they belong, outdoors.
2. Cut Off Tree Limbs
Summer is a beautiful season as everything is turning green, but it is important to cut down any branches that hang over your house before they fall and cause damage. Georgia is known for its’ evening storms. Should tree limbs be close to your roof, wind and heavy rains can snap limbs from trees and rip shingles off of your home. The problem doesn’t stop there. Missing shingles can make for leaks in your roof. No one wants that! A good rule of thumb is to keep your roof 10 feet branch-free to avoid these issues.
3. Clean Off Debris
Do a bi-weekly cleaning off leaves, branches, pollen, and other debris. These things can lead your shingles to rot, creating places where water can go through. Shingle deterioration can be caused by algae and moss and can decrease the life of your roof. The average cost of a roof cleaning is around $400 and that varies. Inspect your roof moderately and use that money on a Summer trip!
As the Summer progresses, use these tips to have one less thing to worry about and one more dollar to spend having fun!
At Team Roofing & Construction, we always had a goal to bring integrity to the roofing industry in the Atlanta, Birmingham, and Knoxville areas.
We realize that the number one investment for our customers is their home. Team Roofing & Construction, takes pride in delivering gold standard customer service which is proven by the countless A+ ratings we have received in the communities we serve.
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