Ensure that your roofing Reading PA is in excellent condition by inspecting it after storms and calling for regular professional inspections. With preventive maintenance and a little care, you can prolong the life of your roof and save a great deal of money. Here is what you should know about inspecting your own roof.

Never Walk on the Roof

Your asphalt shingle roof is covered with granules. Dislodging the granules will damaged your shingles and can compromise your roof’s waterproof features. Limiting the foot traffic on your roof is always wise, so that’s why you should inspect it from the ground using binoculars. If you see warning signs of damage, then you can call in the professionals. They will walk carefully on your roof and complete the repair while they are up there.

Signs of Damage from Afar

Stand a distance from the roof and use binoculars to scan the field of shingles. Look for damaged shingles that are broken, ripped or have curled edges. Try to look at areas with flashing to ensure that they are still firmly attached to the roof and headwalls or chimneys. Without the binoculars, scan the roof and look for areas that seem to sag.

Walk the Foundation to Look for Damage

Take a leisurely walk around the house and look closely at the foundation. Areas where the landscaping is washed away could indicate a problem with the gutters, and your local roofing company can assist with those problems. Look for pieces of shingles that have washed off the roof, or the thick asphalt granules that protect your shingles. Check around downspouts for the same signs of damages, and call for a more complete inspection if you find any.

Head to the Attic

A couple times a year, you should take a peek inside the attic. Look for mold, mildew, water stains or rust lines migrating down from the roofing nails. Any of these indicate a problem with moisture or poor ventilation, and address them immediately.

Once you know what to look for, it’s easy to inspect your roof for damage without ever climbing a ladder. It’s also a good idea to invite a roofing company such as Roofing Harrisburg PA to inspect your roof for damage on an annual basis. With the help of these affordable inspections, you can find and correct minor problems before they turn into damaging water leaks.

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