Your roof is one of the most critical aspects of your home. When it’s time for some Orlando roof maintenance, here’s what you should do:
1. Take preventative measures.
Preventative maintenance is key to avoiding any serious issues with your roof. Having regular cleaning done to your roof will keep mold and moss from growing and weakening its structure. Another thing that is important to do each year in Florida is to have a pre-storm inspection to make sure everything is sealed and your piping is securely in place. This will keep your roof safe during storm season.
2. Inspect your roof exterior.
Another important Orlando roof maintenance step is to take the time to routinely check your residential or commercial roof for any damage or wear, even if it’s not storm season. Make a note of anything you notice and take pictures. These will come in handy if you need to involve your insurance company later. Examples of what to look for include cracks, abrasions, scratches, blisters, missing pieces, and holes.
3. Inspect your roof interior.
Sometimes the problem with your roof isn’t automatically noticeable from the exterior. You may have to inspect underneath it, in your attic space or throughout your home, to spot any damage that may have occurred. For example, if it’s been raining, be alert for signs of water damage indoors in the form of dripping/leaking, water stains, mold, and mildew. Leaks may also travel along your walls so it may take some work to track it back to the original source. When you’re in your attic, be looking for signs of light coming through. This will let you know there are holes in your roof that need to be addressed right away. Sometimes this can be done through small patches applied to the holes. If left untreated, however, it can become a much bigger problem.
4. Check for debris.
This is especially important if you have a tree towering over your roof. However, storms tend to carry fallen branches and other debris, which may land on rooftops. This kind of debris can get caught in pipes or drains, which help to carry down rainfall and could cause flooding. Tree matter left behind can also begin to decay and cause damage to your roof material. If the wind throws the debris hard enough it may even puncture or dent your shingles. Before a storm hits, make sure your trees are trimmed, there is no debris in your yard, and your piping is securely in place.
5. Call an expert.
Your final step should be to contact us, the experts on Orlando roof maintenance. Whether you are looking for preventative measures or have observed any damages or problems coming from your roof, we would be happy to of service.