Just like anything else, roofing material is exposed to wear
and tear, therefore annual maintenance is a must. Spring is a great time to
deal with this task, considering that winter typically has weather patterns
that may affect your roof`s integrity. Checking the shingles is probably the
simplest but also the most important step, and best done by the professionalCrystal Lake roofing company.
First, you must look for visible damages (missing or curled
shingles, discoloration, loss of granulation etc.) and then you should also
consider climbing the roof, in order to identify signs of damage that may not
be visible from the ground, such as the flashings around chimneys, vent pipes
and dormers.
If you have asphalt shingles installed on your roof, look
for granules in gutters; if you see them, it means that the shingles are old
and must be replaced soon.
If your roof is made of wood shingles or shakes, you should
rather look for signs of warping or rot.
On a metal roof, you may notice stains, rust and corrosion;
they all require special attention, just as open joints and seams.
Finally yet importantly, slate and clay tiles are more prone
to ice damage than other materials, so get a closer look at their condition
after a rough winter.
