Four Seasons Roofing, Inc.
# 1-800-ROOF-307
New York's Residential & Commercial Roofing Specialists Since 1983.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Monday, September 16, 2013
Identifying Roof Problems
Most people don't know
there is a problem with their roof until they have a major leak. Our expert
inspectors are trained to notice problems long before then, so we asked them
for advice on how to spot the damage before it turns into a disaster.
Ceiling Spots -
either on actual ceiling tiles or in the attic, around chimneys, skylights, in
the corners and roof valleys look for areas where water may enter. There may be
actual wet areas or dried leaks that have a brownish edge that resembles a
coffee stain.
Missing Granules
- this initially looks like gravel or dirt in the gutters or along the drop
line of your roof.
Algae or Mold Growth
- often occurs in shady areas of your roof and looks like dark localized
discoloration on the shingles.
Buckling - ridges
that appear either vertically or horizontally along the roof.
Damaged Flashing
- bent or curled metal around chimneys or skylights.
Missing or torn
shingles
Flapping Tabs -
when the tabs of the shingles flap in the wind - these need to be glued down or
replaced before they become further damaged or lost.
Rotting - The
shingle appears to be falling apart or have holes. Check the attic for water
damage, proper ventilation and/or rot.
Bubbling - when
shingles have bubbled areas or bumps. Be sure to check the attic for proper
ventilation.
Termite Damage -
Shakes appear like dry skin or appear to be crumbling. Get a pest control
expert to check for termite damage throughout the house. Repair the shakes in
conjunction with the pest treatment.
Four Seasons Roofing, Inc.
# 1-800-ROOF-307
Monday, September 9, 2013
Causes of Roof Damage
Damage to your roof can be caused by a number of factors,
many of which can be prevented or controlled. Listed are a few of the more
common causes of roof damage. Be sure to get a copy of our "Homeowners
Guide to Knowing When It's Time For A New Roof" which includes a
comprehensive checklist of things to look for and how to spot damaged spots.
• Ventilation - is
important; without it, heat and moisture may build up and cause rot in the
sheathing or rafters which then causes shingles to buckle and insulation to
become ineffective.
• Adequate Insulation
- will protect the house from heat loss.
• Sun and Ultraviolet
Rays - cause different deterioration rates to different materials.
• Rain - can seep in
and cause structural rot, moisture can cause mildew inside and out.
• Wind - can lift
shingles allowing water to get in.
• Snow & Ice -
can cause backup and seepage into the interior of the roof.
• Condensation -
promotes the decay of wood in attic.
• Moss & Algae - can
lead to rot, creates stains, can be hard to clean, etc.
• Trees & Debris
- can gouge or tear shingles, or can retain moisture which can lead to rot.
• Missing or Torn Shingles
– causes leaks, and weakness can spread to nearby areas and progress quickly.
• Shingle
deterioration - worn, curled or torn shingles lose their waterproofing
effectiveness, or can be easily blown off.
Four Seasons Roofing, Inc.
# 1-800-ROOF-307
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