The Most Important Roof Maintenance Tips by Season

Maintenance Tasks and Inspections to Take Care of during Each Season

Every season of the year brings different challenges to your roof. The main idea is to prepare your residential roof in advance so it can withstand whatever comes. For instance, before the storm season hits, clean out debris from the gutter so they will easily discharge the water, avoiding moisture accumulation and leaks in the roofing system.

Fall Roof Maintenance

First and foremost, always check with your roofing installer before performing major work to your roof as it may void existing warranties.

Leaf-fall is one of the most notorious things during autumn. So, remove all debris such as branches, leaves, and the like from your roof, as they can wreak havoc on it by wearing away shingles and hosting mold.

Trim trees near the roof edges to prevent damage to the shingles and to stop animals such as squirrels and birds from having easy access to it.

Winter Roof Maintenance

Check snow and ice build-ups regularly, especially after a heavy snowfall, and remove accumulation.

Remove any snow that may be blocking plumbing vents to prevent poor drainage and even sewer gas backups into the house.

Spring Roof Maintenance

Look for any signs of wear and damage to the chimney, fascia, flashing, gutters, shingles, soffit, and vents.

Check the inside of your house for visible signs of leaks on all the ceilings and attic. Black or molding spots, peeling paint, and water stains are all possible indicators of a leaking roof.

Summer Roof Maintenance

Little is there to be done if you have been following regular roof inspections the rest of the year.

Other than that, just make sure that the downspouts and gutters are free of debris and able to quickly move the rain away from the house. Also, check for signs of growing moss and algae. Assess the state of the shingles, especially if your roof is over fifteen years old, to determine if you need to consider replacing your roof.

In sum, try to determine if the weather has caused any problems. If you encounter any issues or need to replace your roof in Colorado, call the experts from Horn Brothers Roofing at (303) 274-1111 or get a free estimate here.