Roof damage can be caused by many
factors, one of the most common causes being the access of various critters to
the surface of the roof, to the attic or to parts adjacent or auxiliary to the
roof, such as the vents and gutters. Here are the signs to look for if you
suspect that your roof is a victim of critter attack:
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Signs that indicate the
presence of furry or feathery critters – feathers, lint, excrement, half-eaten
nuts and seeds, small twigs that could be used for building nests on the
ground, on the roof surface or in the gutters are all signs that critters find
your home attractive and are planning to move in (or they already live there);
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Downspouts pulled away
– a sign that indicates larger-bodied visitors, such as raccoons;
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Signs of chewing –
rodents will chew on anything, including the gutter pipes, the fascia boards,
the soffits. They can do a lot of damage to your attic, too, leaving behind
chewed wires and insulation;
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Clogged gutters, drains
and blocked roof vents – critters might build nests inside your gutter pipes
and around roof vents, blocking the way of water obstructing proper ventilation
underneath the roof. If damage from critters is located, call the closest Barrington roofers to resolve the roof damage.
