Taking excellent care of your roofing system can be a bit of a hassle. Often we discuss what to do with your roof in order to maintain it looking remarkable, but discussing the not to do’s are also crucial. Because at Powell Roofing we care about the standing of your roof, we come to you with all the do not’s when it comes to your roofing system. Let’s explore this further.
Prolonging your roof and making sure it is in high quality standards means you need to avoid:
- Pressure Wash Your Roof
Your roofing system is bound to get dirty here and there. Simply because your roof is dirty however, one must not rush to do pressure washing to remove the grime. Whenever you use pressure washing to wipe away all debris, you can cause permanent damage to your roofing shingles. Instead of utilizing pressure-washing solutions, remove the debris by hand or with a blower- hiring a professional to do it is more than recommended.
- Utilize Harsh Chemicals For Roof Cleaning
On the same topic of roof cleaning, if your roof is dirty m make sure that you use products that are approved by professionals. Though this seems like an obvious don’t do, you would be surprised to find how many people actually damage their roof with products that re too strong.
- Hang Christmas Lights or Décor with Nails or Staples
During the winter season and when Christmas cheer has hit you, make sure to never place your lights with nails. Intrusions on your roof are a big no-no.
- Pace on your Roof
Many of us have gone on top of our roofs for a variety of different reasons; ranging from going up there to view 4th of July fireworks or a DIY repair. Nonetheless, walking on top of our roofs is something that should never be done. When you walk back and forth on your roof, you can cause tearing and granules.