How Can I Make My Roof Last Longer?

The roof provides us with security and protection from external influences.

The quality of the roof and the length of time it will last depends on the quality of the material used.  It also depends on whether you maintain it properly.

A roof is one of the most important parts of every house and office building. A roof maintenance program preserves and improves it. Regular maintenance of your roof improves its function, eliminating the need for constant repairs. Maintain your roof with the help of professional roof maintenance companies – you will save both money and time. For this kind of job, it is best to hire professionals who offer a roof maintenance package.

Our roofing company offers you a free inspection of your roof in Odessa, Texas. Our expert team can help you detect problems on the roof that you didn’t know existed. With the damage hidden, it can damage other parts of your home or business and incur additional costs. Professionals can find things that you do not notice, such as hail damage, problems with flashing, or roofing structure. A yearly roof inspection will ensure your roof remains in good condition. Do a roof inspection after a strong storm or wind.

Our company provides these and other roofing services to all homeowners and businesses in Odessa, TX and the Permian Basin area. Below we present you with a roof preventative maintenance checklist. It lists the various items included in a roof inspection.

Roof inspection checklist:

Visual Check of Your Roof

Do this at least every couple of weeks. This is as simple as getting into the habit of looking at your roof as you arrive home and while you are outside working or relaxing. Just do a quick check, looking for any of these issues:

• missing, curling, cracked or broken shingles or tiles
• damaged shingles or tile due to hail
• discoloration of shingles indicating water being retained under them
• roof that is not consistent horizontally or vertically, indicating sagging due to problems with the decking or roofing structure
• missing, damaged, or unsealed flashing around the chimney, vents or skylights that protrude through the roof
• piles of debris on the roof, such as leaves, pine needles, or small branches
• mold and mildew that may retain moisture or cause the material to break down
• pooling of water on a flat roof
  seams that are no longer sealed correctly on a flat roof

These items are generally applicable whether you are doing metal, tile, or shingle roof maintenance. Also, remember that getting up on a roof for these inspections is best left to a roofing professional. However, you can usually just look at the roof to see most of these problems, or use binoculars if needed. If you know someone that owns a drone, that could work even better.

If you notice any of the above, contact our team of experts who will be happy to come to do a thorough inspection and make you aware of the necessary repairs needed.

Clean and Check Your Gutters

Do not allow your gutters to clog as this will damage your roof. Clogged gutters can cause moisture to seep into the interior of your home or business, as well as damage the eaves, facia, and soffit of the roof. Also, watch for sand in the gutter as this indicates that the shingles are aging and beginning to break down.

In addition, be sure that the gutter is in good working condition. Check all the seams and connections to be sure they are secure and sealed, including the downspouts. Also, verify that the gutter is securely attached to the roof.

Perform a quick gutter check at least once a month or hire a professional to do it for you.

Observe Possible Tree Branch Issues

Trees and their branches are always growing, sometimes very quickly. Make sure that there are no branches touching your roof or overhanging it. As these continue to grow they could damage the roofing material or completely remove it, especially during windy weather.

Do a quick monthly check to make sure tree branches are not causing any issues and take care of them immediately if they are. Putting it off will cause it to get worse as time goes on and possibly cause damages that are costly to repair.

Visual Check of Your Attic

This should be done a couple of times a year.  Here are some things that can indicate roofing problems:

• Stains or water found. This is the indication of a leak. These appear on the underside of the roof decking or on the joist and rafters near vents or chimneys.
• Traces of animals such as fur, feathers, or droppings, indicating they may be getting in through your roof vents or through a hole in the roof, facia, or soffit

Visual check of ceilings and walls inside your home or building

Each time you are entering or using a room, you should check to see if there are any stains or wet spots. Keep in mind that it could also indicate a plumbing leak, rather than a roof leak.

Contact us if you need a roofing contractor in Odessa or the surrounding area to do a professional roof inspection or provide roof maintenance services. We have been providing professional roofing services in this area for a long time. Our satisfied customers confirm the quality of the services we provide. Check out why we are the best! Give us a call today to learn more about our offers and what your maintenance package might require.