What to look for during roof inspections
C
old weather can be tough on a
home, and perhaps no part of a
home is more vulnerable to harsh
winter weather than its roof.
Fallen snow can equate to several pounds
of pressure placed on a residential roof.
Roofs do not often collapse under heavy
snowfall. But adverse winter weather conditions can compromise roofs in other ways.
Water leakage and damage to the roofÕs
interior are just two of the potentially problematic issues that can arise when roofs are
battered by cold, blustery weather. ThatÕs
why many home improvement specialists
advise homeowners to conduct roof inspections prior to the start of winter.
Many homeowners can conduct their
own cursory roof inspections, but they
may not know exactly what to look for.
The National Roofing Contractors Association says that there are certain key areas
to inspect that may reveal some telltale
signs of roof damage.
∞ Curled, cracked or missing shingles
may prove troublesome. Inclement weather can test the strength of even the most
durable roofs. Even though many roofs
are designed to last up to 30 years, some
may need to be replaced early, particularly when they have been exposed to harsh
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Inspect a roof each fall to get an idea of the potential damage and any necessary repairs that
may be needed before nasty weather sets in.
weather over a period of years. Individual
shingles can be replaced as spot treatments, but if the damage is widespread, a
new roof may be necessary.
∞ Attic leaks or water elsewhere might
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