Ideal ways to detect roof leakages

Every house needs some repair from time to time. The roof is no exception to this. Roof maintenance is highly essential. If not well maintained, a re-construction may prove to be very expensive.

The tips given below may come in handy to avoid the need for a re-construction.

Check for vegetation

Sometimes there occurs the growth of unwanted moss and vegetation on the roof. The accumulation of moss may lead to the retention of excess of moisture in the roof. This can cause serious damage to the roof. It may also be beyond repair. Preventing the growth of such vegetation can be easily done during the summer months.

Complete inspection

A complete inspection of the roof is highly essential to avoid any damage to the roof. Ideally a roof inspection needs to be done at least twice a year. You should check for any sort of wear and tear or missing tiles. Check for any gap in the gutters and chimney flashings.

Do not delay
Do not delay in calling a contractor for regular roof maintenance. You must ensure that the roofing repairs for your house will only be carried out by expert roof contractors. Some of the signs which indicate that you may need to call the experts are missing slates and broken shingles.
Consult a professional
Make sure you consult a professional with adequate experience to fix the roof. They will make sure there is no growth of vegetation on the roof. They will also prevent the accumulation of moisture on the roof by giving it a new layer of roofing.
So why wait? Get your roof sorted out at the earliest opportunity.

Published at: 11-05-2011
Mikey Hill
Mikey Hill

Mikey Hill is the E-commerce department manager at JJ Roofing. With over a decade of experience in the roofing industry, he has extensive knowledge in flat and pitched roofing, roof windows, and fascia and guttering.

Mikey also has an excellent understanding of raw material attributes, ensuring the application of best practices across all roofing structures. As a result of his deep understanding of the roofing industry and dedication to excellence, over the last several years, Mikey has become a pivotal figure at JJ Roofing and is part of the reason why we continue to exceed our customer’s expectations.

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