Church Roof Maintenance Tips

Basic Maintenance Tasks Any Congregation Can Handle

Even the Lord’s house needs a little work from time to time. Religious organizations can improve the longevity of their roofs by following simple maintenance tasks.  Then, when the time comes for big repairs or replacement, the next step is hiring a professional roofing contractor with specialized experience like Horn Brothers Roofing. But, for now, grab your ladder and lets tackle the job!

Perform a Roof Inspection

Check out your low-sloped, built-up, and membrane roofs as well as the higher sloped shingled roofs, looking for areas of loose shingles. Also, inspect flashings on chimneys, plumbing vent boots, and vertical wall intersections to confirm there are no holes or other damage that could allow water to penetrate the building during heavy rain or snow. Proper roof maintenance reduces the risk of leaks, ultimately prolonging the life of your roofing systems. Just as important, do not forget to do a weekly check on low-sloped roofs during the fall months to ensure that the roof drains are not clogged with debris or leaves.

Identify the Warning Signs

Interior and exterior building walls with discoloration or dirty streaks can be an indicator of a clogged or leaky gutter. Also, on the rooftop, dislocated and broken shingle tiles and deteriorated nails are red flags of roof damage. Vegetation growth can also be an indicator of a problem.

Clean the Gutters

Clean the gutters at least twice a year to prevent water from accumulating and damaging your roof. Repaint metal structures such as pipes to prevent corrosion.

Need a roof repair in Denver?

If the roof of your church shows signs of substantial damage, please contact Horn Brothers Roofing. We have the knowledge and experience required for complex church roof restoration and replacement projects in Denver. We have a long history of providing quality services to ensure their structural integrity for years to come.