Friday, November 29, 2013

Roofing Problems That Should Be Fixed Immediately

In locations such as Texas that experience a wide variety of weather conditions, it is important to have a sturdy roofing system to protect a home from the elements. As the first line of a home’s defense, however, roofing systems take a beating all year round. That is why roofing experts recommend that homeowners check the condition of their roofs twice a year.

When you go up to inspect your roof, be sure to check for the following problems:

Damaged Shingles
Powerful storms are no strange occurrences in Texas. Hail and strong winds from storms and tornadoes can easily dent, crack, or warp roof shingles, opening a way for water to seep into your home.

Mold
Although people see mold mostly as an aesthetic eyesore, mold can do much more damage, as it can easily dissolve whatever it grows on. A concentration of mold in one area can mean that an entire section of your roof has already deteriorated.

Rot
If you have allowed small cracks to stay on your roof for too long, there is a good chance that water has already seeped through these and into the interior of your roof, causing it to rot from the inside out. This is an especially dangerous problem as it can cause the exterior roof to collapse into your attic space.


If you notice any of the problems mentioned above, be sure to call an experienced roofing company in your area to have your roofing system fixed as soon as possible.

1 comment:

  1. Roofing problems can quickly escalate if not addressed quickly. Understanding how to identify even small roofing problems can help save money and keep maintenance to a minimum.

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