Have you taken a moment to inspect your roof this spring? If we are being honest, majority of us have not grabbed the nearest ladder and climbed up to see what has been going on with our roofs. The truth of the matter though is that we really should care about what goes on up there since our roof is one of if not the most important factor of a property. Make sure your roof is in great conditions with these roof maintenance tips for spring.
Roof maintenance for spring actually includes other factors, for example your gutter. Taking care of your gutter and making sure it functions properly, whether you believe it or not, actually helps you maintain a great roof during the season. Your gutter is used to channel water away from your roof and foundation, how can it do that when its passageway is blocked with dead branches, dirt, leafs, and other debris? It can’t! Therefore, roof maintenance for spring includes cleaning your gutter from time to time
Furthermore, for spring roof maintenance, remove debris from the roof surface itself. Don’t be afraid to sweep the roof, just make sure you use a gentle strong and a soft bristle brush broom. By removing all leafs and other particles off of your roof, you will stop any staining from occurring. Debris such as dead branches can easily puncture a hole through a roof as well therefore don’t be afraid to even wash off the roof occasionally.
If you have shingle roofing, take notice of the state and condition of the shingles. Are the shingles buckling, blistering, or maybe even curling? Get an expert on the spot; they’ll know what to do. Inspect every area of your roof or get a professional to do it for you.
Whenever you need assistance in spring roof maintenance, work with Powell Roofing.