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Tips on Protecting Your Roof

Published 10/29/2013

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There are many dangers to the integrity of your roof. Among those are algae, moss, lichens, trees, clogged gutters, wind and precipitation. The best defense for your roof is frequent inspection.

Your roof should be inspected often. Be sure to inspect it after any major storm. If you catch the damage early, you may be able to avoid costly repairs and water damage. When inspecting your roof, look for loose or missing shingles, nails protruding and discoloration. Also note the ground around your home. Pieces may have washed off. Check your gutters for pieces of shingles or small granules. Be sure that the gutters are not clogged. If possible, inspect from the inside of your home also. Look for spots of light coming through and dampness.

If you notice a discoloring of your roof, you need to take action. Moss and lichens can cause green splotches on your roof. They loosen the granules on you shingles. This greatly reduces your roof's ability to protect your home. The moss and lichen keep your roof damp. This encourages more unwanted growth. They will get between the shingles and grow. This causes loosening of the shingles that can let water in. If you notice discoloring on your roof, you can have it professionally cleaned. It is not advisable to try this yourself as the wrong product can cause more harm than good.

Another thing to be watchful of is tree branches hanging over your roof. Trees near your roof can be extremely harmful. Falling limbs can wreck havoc on your roof. Overhanging branches can promote unwanted growth. The shade from the tree branches will keep the roof damp longer in the day. Debris from the tree will hold moisture also. All of this encourages algae, moss and lichen to grow. Tree debris will also clog your gutters. Gutters clogged with leaves or pine needles can cause water to sit against the edge of your roof instead of flushing away from your home.

Frequent inspections and preventive maintenance can go a long ways toward extending the life of your roof. Have it professionally cleaned if you see any discoloration. Have nearby trees trimmed and be sure to keep the gutters clear. Contact Alan Bradley Roofing for more information.