New Year, New Roof- Maintenance Tips for the New Year

The new year is a great time to have joy about a new beginning. While this is a time for celebration, it is best not to overlook your duties as a building owner. We have some tips, that I’m sure you have heard before, about how to keep up with roof maintenance. These will serve as a great reminder as you bring your roof into the new year. Who knows, this may be the year for a new roof replacement.

Keep it Clean

Keeping your roof clean is key to the longevity of your roofing system. This means making sure that snow is properly on your roof. It can come down to your insulation since it can cause ice damage. You also need to be aware of excessive leaves and branches. If the branches are too big, they can puncture you roof. For the leaves, too many can clog your gutter and ruin the draining system. It is best practice to keep your trees trimmed, especially overhanging trees. Any other type of debris should be addressed as it arrives. It is best to check regularly and especially after a big windstorm. Other intrusive items are animal nests. This can damage your building and cause way more unforeseen damage if they are able to get within the roofing system. To help with all these potential issues, keep to a regular cleaning schedule to help alleviate any damage in the long run.

Regular Maintenance Checks

Keeping to a regular maintenance schedule may seem unnecessary, but you will appreciate it when the savings start. Companies, such as Royalty Roofing, have programs for scheduled maintenance. It can be hard to keep to the routine or know what to look for. When you outsource this job to a roofing professional, it can save you a big headache and money. Common things to look for is if the roof has any rips, tears, or holes. This could be covered in a warranty but must be reported in a timely fashion to be evaluated. If your building has shingles look for streaks, missing granules, or curling shingles. These are all signs that the roof may need to get replaced. Other items needing to be checked include gutters, downspouts, and siding.

Weather

Be aware of the upcoming weather and make sure your roof is prepared. This includes prepping for tornado season, hurricane season, winter, and excessive sun in the summer. Even if a tornado or hurricane doesn’t directly hit your building, the wind can negatively affect. After any major weather event, you should get your roof inspected. A great sign to get an inspection is if surrounding buildings are getting their roof inspected or worked on after the weather event. In the winter, you need to prepare for excessive snow and ice. While in the summer, the excessive sun can negatively affect the roof. In the end, you may need to call in a professional for an updated evaluation of your roof condition.

Throughout this new year, take time to evaluate the status of your roof. Doing so can save you money down the road. This is because you may find an issue and be able to fix it before it spreads too far and a replacement is necessary. To get the current status of your roof, call Royalty today for a free estimate. 800-303-8392