Regular Roof Maintenance: How to Extend the Life of Your Roof
Every year, you go in for your annual checkup with your doctor because you know preventative care is crucial to your health. And the same goes for your roof! Regular preventative roof maintenance is important to the health of your roof to extend its life and prevent costly repairs. Most homeowners make the mistake of waiting until they see a problem (like a leak) – but this isn’t a good idea! Often by this point, the problem will be bigger, costlier, and more complicated to fix.
So let’s talk about why you need to schedule regular roof maintenance.
Why is regular roof maintenance important?
Think of roof maintenance like a flu shot – once you get it done, it keeps you protected for the entire season.
Here are several other reasons regular roof maintenance is important:
You’re keeping your family safe. The roof of your home protects you and your family from the elements like storms, falling branches, and mold. It also helps keep your home well heated or cooled, which prevents energy waste and saves you money.
You’re keeping your home safe. Your roof protects the structure and contents of your home from the weather, water, mold, and pests. If your roof fails, this puts the rest of your home and belongings at risk.
You’re saving yourself money. Small repairs and maintenance cost less than a major repair or re-roof because problems are caught early. A problem left too long will become more expensive to fix.
You’re protecting your home’s value. A regularly maintained roof has higher curb appeal and is more valuable to potential buyers because they can trust the quality and protection of the roof.
You’re giving yourself peace of mind. You know your roof is in good working order after any scheduled maintenance. So the next time a hurricane hits Florida or a winter storm blows through, you know you, your family, and your home are protected. Plus, by having your roof regularly maintained, you can more easily file claims for storm or weather damage with your insurance.
What does preventative roof maintenance include?
When you have a professional roofing company complete your roofing maintenance, they’ll check for damage and assess your roof’s overall condition & performance. Here is a short list of some of the more common actions a roofing company will do:
Examine the roof for stains and missing/damaged shingles or missing/damaged tiles
Inspect the roof for cracks or damage
Check for pests or animals
Remove any debris from the roof or gutters
Check the ventilation system works properly
Inspect the flashing and caulking for leaks or water penetration
How often should a roof be maintained?
You should have maintenance done on your roof twice a year – once in spring and once in fall before more intense weather sets in. If you live in Florida, you’ll want to have your roof checked before the start of hurricane season, which is June 1.
M3 Roofing is here to educate and help you with your roofing needs!
By getting your roof checked twice a year, you prevent more costly and bigger repairs to your roof and home. And you’ll keep your roof lasting longer and performing at top efficiency. Schedule an appointment with your local roofing company to keep you, your family, and your home protected.
If you are in the South Florida area, give M3 Roofing a call – (305) 265-5000 – or send us a message to set up a roof maintenance appointment with one of our roofologists. We service homes throughout Miami-Dade County and Broward County.