Being on the lookout for the following most common problems with the roof may save homeowners substantial money. Discovering damage early on and fixing it may save you the expense of a full roof replacement in Canton Michigan.
What are the Most Common Roof Problems in Canton Michigan?
Faulty or Poor Roof Installation
Faulty installation of the material on your roof can significantly boost the likelihood of problems and decreases the life expectancy of a roof system. You must hire an expert to let you know if your roofing has been correctly installed.
Moisture and Leaks
Debris, ice, snow, hail, rain, and wind … all of those and more may lead to water getting beneath the roof layers and causing all kinds of problems from rot to mold to leaks.
Flashing Improperly Installed
Flashing: it’s what will seal the spaces in which the roofing was penetrated (such as sky lights, vent pipes, HVAC systems, and chimneys). As flashing is attached poorly, it may lead to open laps and seams and eventually cause tiles to blow-off. Flashing that is improperly installed also can decrease the roof’s puncture resistance.
Creatures
Small insects, birds, and animals may cause a shocking quantity of damage. It is better to get rid of them before they gain a foothold.
Ponding Water
Standing water on the roof is a sure-fire indication of a problem. Typical causes range from a build-up of debris to incorrect drainage of heating and cooling system gutters and units.
Penetrations and Punctures
Hail and wind damage may lead to punctures in the material of the roof. The flashing and sealant around penetrations (like vents for HVAC and household appliances) added after a roof was done must be regularly checked.
Trees
Tree limbs that overhang may rub upon a roof, and abrade the shingle’s surface, wearing away its protective top layer. In addition, branches may fall upon the roof and create even more severe damage. Limbs of trees ought to be trimmed back from the roof as much as they can and if the tree is close enough to cause risk to your house, it must be removed.
Something as simplistic as walking on the roof may cause damage. The majority of roofing companies install walkways that have a double layer of roof materials that permit accessibility to heating or cooling system or additional spaces to prevent damage.
Attic and roof ventilation
Attic and roof ventilation is a key part of making a roofing system last, and naturally occurs as vents are placed at the roof’s base and close to the rooftop (the ridge) in order for warm air to leave through the roof top, and cool air may be drawn through its bottom. As warm air rises naturally, no mechanical procedure is needed to create this movement of air. Sufficient ventilation will regulate moisture and temperature levels inside the attic. Left untreated, moisture and heat may build up and cause damage to sheathing, rafters, insulation, shingles, and rising energy expenses, which also may produce some unsightly problems with mildew and mold.
Blistering and Shrinkage
Shrinkage can be caused as the membrane of the roof (the stuff that is underneath the shingles or tiles) shrinks, most oftentimes causing crazing or cracks in the top layer. Surface erosion, splitting, ridging, and blistering of shingles eventually can lead to larger problems.
Lack of or Improper Maintenance
A lack of maintenance is likely your roof’s worst enemy. Most problems begin small, like the necessity to take away all overhanging limbs or cleaning gutters that are backed up. However, when not corrected such problems may create severe damage. Regular maintenance and inspection may extend your roof’s life and may save you a ton of cash.
If it has been quite some time since you last had a professional roof inspection, call the experts at Twelve Oaks Roofing. With 20+ years of experience in commercial and residential roofing, their roofing specialists have seen it all. Call them today at 248-525-6950.
Twelve Oaks Roofing has a 100 percent satisfaction rating on all of our roofing projects. We know that it’s best to do the project correctly the first time because it’ll cost us less and will build immeasurable goodwill. They’ll make this dedication to you ahead of time and you can be sure to hold them to it.
