Roof repairs are often an inevitable aspect of home ownership. A well-maintained roof can help ensure that your home and family stay safe. Even though you may maintain the integrity of your roof by cleaning your gutters and conducting periodic inspections, your roof may develop problems as a result of the elements or other factors. Here are some types of home roof repairs you may encounter that may require the services of professional roofers.
Leaks and Water Damage
Leaks and water damage are some of the most common roofing problems homeowners are faced with. Water can get into your home through holes or cracks in your roof and cause significant damage to your roof's structure, underlying wood, attic, insulation, and even the inside of your home.
Common causes of water damage and leaks include missing and warped shingles, cracks in the underlying wood, rotting wood, and damaged metal flashing around the chimney. Damage to your skylight and vents may also lead to leaks and water damage. If not discovered and repaired as soon as possible, leaks and subsequent water damage can cause major structural damage to your home, which can lead to costly repairs.
If leaky roofs are not identified and addressed quickly, water may get into your attic and ventilation system causing mold growth that could be detrimental to you and your family. To repair a leak in your roof, a roofing professional will gain access to your roof and perform an inspection so that they can identify the source of the leak.
After the source of the leak has been located, the roofer will make the necessary repairs. This can include replacing damaged or missing shingles, repairing holes or cracks on the roof, and repairing or replacing the metal flashing around your chimney.
Storm Damage
Storms, wind, and hail, can cause significant damage to your roof, especially if the roof is old or has existing damage. Strong storms can cause roof damage if a large tree falls on it and high winds can cause the shingles to blow off the roof which can expose the underlying roof structure to the elements.
Repairing the damage caused by a storm may include replacing asphalt shingles, repairing holes in the roof, and repairing or replacing damaged or missing gutters and eaves. It is important to note, that if your roof has sustained significant storm damage, your insurance company may recommend that you get the entire roof replaced instead of just making repairs.
If your roof is leaking or if it has sustained damage as a result of a storm, contact some professional roofers for estimates. Once you have chosen a roofing contractor, you can then schedule a date and time for the necessary repairs to begin.
When you have something you like inside a jar, you probably put a lid on it — right? In a way, you can think of your house in the same manner. You like and value the items inside, along with the inside of the house itself. So, it only makes sense that you would protect the interior of your home with a lid. That lid is your roof.
Keep that perspective in mind as you read this blog. Learning more about roofing will feel more interesting if you remember what a roof does: it protects the inside of the home and the people who live in it.