Similar to routine car maintenance checkups, scheduling a roof inspection is an important part of prolonging the life of your roof. Unfortunately, many homeowners don\u2019t schedule routine roof inspections as they do for their cars.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s not necessary to have annual roof inspections performed, but it is recommended to have it done every two to three years to make sure it\u2019s in good shape. Roofs are one of the most expensive repairs homeowners make and a new roof costs thousands. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to make it last as long as possible.<\/p>\n
Why is a Roof Inspection Necessary?<\/b><\/p>\n
Roof inspections act as a form of preventative care. Roofing contractors typically offer them for free as a way to get more work. What\u2019s important is that you find a trusted contractor who won\u2019t try to create work for themselves when problems don\u2019t actually exist. Also, make sure they\u2019re licensed.<\/p>\n
Regardless of your location, roofs are exposed to a lot of different weather conditions. Whether it\u2019s heavy rain, hail, snow, wind, or hot and cold temperatures, roofs take quite a beating throughout the year.<\/p>\n
Homeowners living in areas prone to receiving tornadoes and hurricanes should definitely make sure their roofs are in good shape prior to and after a big storm hits. An inspection before a storm will help prevent more damage from occurring. If there are leaks or damaged shingles and you haven\u2019t noticed, a big storm will certainly expose them and by then it\u2019s too late. Additional damage has occurred and the price to fix it has climbed.<\/p>\n
Getting a roof inspection is a good idea if you\u2019re considering repairs or installing a new roof. It\u2019s crucial that you don\u2019t just take the advice of a single contractor. Gather the opinions of several before making any final decisions.<\/p>\n
Common Problems with Roofs<\/b><\/p>\n
Roofs may look fine to the average homeowner, but a lot of problems that arise with roofs happen below the surface. Some of the most common problems associated with roofs include:<\/p>\n
What an Inspection Should Include<\/b><\/p>\n
A thorough roof inspection should take some time. Make sure the contractor walks around the home, on top of the roof, inside the home, and checks inside the attic. Some contractors have special equipment and may take pictures as part of the inspection. Ask what they plan to do so you know what to expect.<\/p>\n
Routine roof inspections help determine the structure of the roof, its projected life span, and whether repairs need to be made. Inspectors should be able to detect damage from storms or branches, areas susceptible to leaks, shingles that need repairing, and the overall structure and function of the roof.<\/p>\n
If it\u2019s been a few years since your last roof inspection, consider scheduling one as soon as possible. Don\u2019t wait for the next big storm to hit. Treat it as preventative care and you\u2019ll likely avoid those costly repairs in the future. Once again roof inspections are usually free so it doesn\u2019t hurt to have your property checked out.<\/p>\n
Chad Siemer writes about a number of home improvement topics for several websites, including Keeping You Dry Roofing.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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