Here at Stay Dry Roofing & Building, we understand that your roof is one of the most important aspects of your home, keeping you warm and dry. So, when damages happen, it can be a very stressful time.
Our team at Stay Dry Roofing & Building are experienced roofers and are always on hand to remedy any roof damage or leaks that have occurred at your property. All our team carry a wide range of materials for most roof types enabling them to carry out repairs quickly and efficiently.
1. Roof leaks
Roof leaks are one of the most common roofing repair issues faced by most homeowners. Due to extreme weather conditions such as strong winds, rain, or snow. It’s therefore important to ensure that they are addressed immediately as delays in repairing roof leaks can eventually cause a bigger damage.
From broken shingles to cracked flashing, roof leaks have the tendency to occur near the chimney, around gutters, in valleys, close to vents etc. there are crucial steps that one could take to ensure the lifetime of a roof.
Our roofing team at Stay Dry Roofing & Building are here to address these exact concerns. Our team will ensure that they are constantly checked and well maintained leaving you with a peace of mind.
2. Damaged shingles
Shingles could damage if they are not assembled carefully or if they have not been securely nailed on the edges properly.
High winds can easily pry the metal flashing and leave the roof exposed making it more likely to course damages. Additionally, it is important to ensure there’s sufficient ventilation around your roof.
3. Damaged flashings
Flashings plays an important role in keeping water away from parts that could be potentially damaged. This roofing repair issue can be easily prevented if they are installed correctly from the very beginning as they can otherwise easily come unattached.
4. Rotten fascia boards or soffit
The combination of fascia boards, soffits and guttering are set in place to ensure the water flows out of your property properly. Depending on the weather conditions, they can cause a lot of damage if they are not treated well.
For instance, a build-up, water, or ice can cause disruption to the fascia or soffit boards which can eventually detached from the main structure. Eventually, you will have a hole that gives access to squirrels and birds who can cause further damages.
5. Punctures or penetrations
Though most applicable to flat roofs, punctures or penetrations can be a major disruption if the materials used on the roof are of poor quality. These damages can have a long-lasting impact over time and is therefore best addressed immediately.
6. Shrinkage
Shrinkages are more likely to affect roofs that are exposed to extreme weather conditions. With extreme weather conditions, such as rapid heating and cooling, they can shrink very easily especially if they are not properly installed. Any shrink-related roofing repair issues can be overcome by ensuring that they are constantly inspected and maintained regularly.
7. Clogged gutters
Clogged gutters are a common issue most homeowners face especially when they have high rise trees around their roofs. Additionally, they could be clogged with broken parts and debris that flies in from the external environment.
It is important that they are constantly checked and cleared to prevent the gutters rotting. An effective way to prevent clogged gutters is to install screens on the gutter openings that eliminates twigs and leaves from getting into the guttering system.
8. Wind damage
If you live in an area with strong winds, it is possible that certain parts of your roof would be blown away. This usually occurs to a side of the roof that are more exposed to high winds. The uplifting pressure and vacuum of the wind can severely affect your roof if they are not secured or fastened properly.
9. Splitting
Depending on the type of materials used for your roofing structure, it is high likely that they shift and change all the time depending on the climate. For instance, the shingles on a roof would begin to expand in warm climate conditions which can eventually lead to them splitting. If they continuously bump into each other, the chances of them warping the roof entirely are high. It should be fixed to tight as they could crack when they expand at a higher rate during extreme weather conditions.
10. Poor maintenance
Most importantly, most roofing repair issues can be solved if they are maintained and inspected regularly. When seen before it’s too late, it becomes much easier and less expensive for it to be fixed. It’s extremely important that you create a roof maintenance schedule with your local roofing contractor and ensure they are constantly reviewed.