Another winter season is here with us, and we must be prepared for it. As you prepare for other aspects of your life during winter, roof winterization is equally important to keep your family and your property safe. For an effective roof winterization, you should adhere to the checklist we have below, or you could end up incurring unexpected costs of installing a new roof.

Examine your roof

You don’t have to pay a professional to physically examine the condition of your roof. If there’s a presence of cracks or holes, it’s an indication that you need urgent roof repair. However, during a roof inspection, we encourage you to consult a professional roof repair company to assess further indicators. Because a professional can easily determine if the cracks or holes are too wide, and if installing a new roof is best. If your roof is too high, we can also help you to remove debris from your roof.

Check your sealant

This step is very crucial to keep your home safe during winter. Take your time to check the condition of the sealant around your vents or pipes on the roof. If you can’t, do it right; get in touch with our roof repair company; we can easily identify signs of cracks or peeling even before they occur.

Check the gutters

Debris that piles on your gutters during autumn can become messy when not cleared during summer. Moisture can turn the debris into mush which will clog your gutters, thus preventing the melting snow from flowing off your roof. When this occurs, there will be water damage which in turn destroys your property. 

Repair damages

When you notice damage on your roof, it’s worth scheduling repair and maintenance for all the damaged areas. Failing to repair damages can lead to extra damages that can be very costly.

Conclusion

Before you conclude roof winterization, inspect the roof for leaks and damages. Watch for foreign intrusions or objects, and finally, inspect the roof’s flashings and flashing seams. Lastly, our roof repair company is always dedicated to serving our customers. If you have to install a new roof, we can advise if it’s the last resort.