You must choose the right type of roofing that can withstand extreme
weather conditions especially if you live in an area that is exposed to
constant high winds, heat, hail, rain, and snow. We are now in the dog
days of summer where the temperatures outside are hot, and the
temperatures on our roofs are even hotter. In extreme heat, residential
roofs can suffer a significant amount of damage that can reduce the life
of a roof. We at Bella Roofing are here to help you with the right
roofing choice to ensure minimal weather related and other issues for a
long to come.
Here are some common heat related roof damages to look out for when inspecting you own roof.
Cracks
If
your home features asphalt, wood or tile shingles, cracking may occur
with aging and weather damage. Drying and cracking of the felt material
beneath occurs when the shingles are exposed due to splitting for a
long period of time. This leads to leakage that has to be addressed
with the help of professional roofers immediately.
Minor Heat Cracking
Minor
heat cracking occurs as the roof ages. It is one of the first signs
that the roof is nearing the end of its useful life. In most cases the
roof can still be certified for one to three years, depending on the
severity of the heat cracking.
Major Heat Cracking
When
a roof has been heat cracking for an extended period of time, it
becomes major heat cracking. At this point the roof has reached the end
of its useful life and is not certifiable.
BlisteringBlistering
is another major cause of shortened roof life. With aging of the roof
and with exposure to elements, open or closed bubbles form leading to
blistering. Build up of moisture occurs due to the exposed felt and
this in turn shortens the life of shingles.
Minor Blistering
As
the roof gets older it starts to blister. Blisters expose the mat and
shorten the life of the shingles. Blisters are raised areas either open
or closed. Open blisters expose the mat of the shingle. Closed blisters
are a bubble in the granules and will become open when they pop.
Loss of Granules
With
aging and with constant exposure to harsh weather conditions, granules
are lost thereby exposing the felt matting to elements. This in turn
results in shortened shingle life. It is normal for shingles to lose
some of granules over time.
These are just a few of
the heat related damages that can occur to a residential roof.
Residential roofs have to be maintained well. They must be inspected by
professionals at least once a year to detect and repair any damage. We
offer expert roofing consultation and services backed by well trained
professionals. Call us instantly for roof replacement or roof repairs.
The team at Bella Roofing would love to offer a quote and proposal to help you with your roof.
Please call us at (817) 313-9353 or email your request to info@BellaRoofingus.com .
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Roof maintainance check list
A well maintained roof will last longer under normal circumstances than a roof that was neglected.
Here is a roof maintenance checklist for you to use as a guide in keeping your roof in one piece:
1. Clean all gutters and downspout. Make sure there is nothing that will cause a block. As added protection you could put screens over the gutters to keep debris out and allow the rain and water to flow off of the roof.
Checking the gutters should be done every few months to make sure water does not end up standing on the roof for a long period of time. More frequent checks should be done during the fall months to make sure leaves and so forth are not clogging your drains.
2. Examine the shingles on top of the house. You should be looking for signs of wear and or damage.
Inspections on the shingles should be done quarterly.
3. Look around the chimney or other opening/joining of surfaces. Take note of any irregularities. This can include bubble or lifting of the shingles, broken or cracked shingles and so forth. Immediately replace and do necessary repairs before there is a problem.
This should be done every two to three months. If harsh weather is typical for your area you might want to do this more frequently. This will help you catch a potential problem in the making before the problem actually occurs.
4. Look at your landscaping. If the trees that are near your home are overgrown or have branches hanging over or touching your roof you need to remove them.
5. Look for any signs of water damage in your home. You should look close to the ceiling on the top floor of your home.
Now that you have a basic roof maintenance checklist to use as your guide, you should know what to look for and when to look for it. Knowing your roof condition and keeping potential problems at bay is essential for extending the life of your roof and keeping your money in your wallet.
The team at Bella Roofing would love to offer a quote and proposal to help you with your roof.
Please call us at (817) 313-9353 or email your request to info@BellaRoofingus.com .
Here is a roof maintenance checklist for you to use as a guide in keeping your roof in one piece:
1. Clean all gutters and downspout. Make sure there is nothing that will cause a block. As added protection you could put screens over the gutters to keep debris out and allow the rain and water to flow off of the roof.
Checking the gutters should be done every few months to make sure water does not end up standing on the roof for a long period of time. More frequent checks should be done during the fall months to make sure leaves and so forth are not clogging your drains.
2. Examine the shingles on top of the house. You should be looking for signs of wear and or damage.
Inspections on the shingles should be done quarterly.
3. Look around the chimney or other opening/joining of surfaces. Take note of any irregularities. This can include bubble or lifting of the shingles, broken or cracked shingles and so forth. Immediately replace and do necessary repairs before there is a problem.
This should be done every two to three months. If harsh weather is typical for your area you might want to do this more frequently. This will help you catch a potential problem in the making before the problem actually occurs.
4. Look at your landscaping. If the trees that are near your home are overgrown or have branches hanging over or touching your roof you need to remove them.
5. Look for any signs of water damage in your home. You should look close to the ceiling on the top floor of your home.
Now that you have a basic roof maintenance checklist to use as your guide, you should know what to look for and when to look for it. Knowing your roof condition and keeping potential problems at bay is essential for extending the life of your roof and keeping your money in your wallet.
The team at Bella Roofing would love to offer a quote and proposal to help you with your roof.
Please call us at (817) 313-9353 or email your request to info@BellaRoofingus.com .