Your roof's integrity is key for protecting your dwelling from severe weather. To prop up that integrity, you need a roof that doesn't leak. A roof that leaks doesn't keep out rain, snow, or ice, and any amount of water coming into your house can do only one thing: cause damage to your home and its contents. If you have a poor-quality roof that has begun to leak, you might have started to panic. Don't. There is a solution, and once identified, the solution can be applied and will stop further leaking. But the first part—identifying the problem—must be managed. You can manage it well if you understand a few basic things about roofing.
Roofs in areas like Whitney often bear the brunt of bad weather, which makes them vulnerable to various kinds of damage. Wind and hail can rip shingles loose or break them, causing gaps that let water in. In many cases, simple patchwork to a limited area will solve the problem, but if the damage is more widespread, a tough decision might have to be made about either a very extensive and very expensive repair or a re-roofing job that will replace some or all of the existing roofing material. The kind of roofing material that was used will also have a big say in determining how much the repairs will cost.
A frequent repair needed for roofs in Whitney is gutter maintenance. Gutters route rainwater off the roof and away from the house, and if they become clogged or damaged, serious problems can result. Water can back up and pool on the roof, leading to leaks and weakened areas that can result in structural failures long before the roof has reached the end of its intended lifespan. Keeping gutters clean and in good repair helps prevent these problems. If the roof has a chimney, skylight, or other penetrations, the flashing and seals around these areas need regular inspection and maintenance; they are common leak points. If it is not obvious to you how to maintain these crucial systems, then it would be wise to hire a professional roofing contractor.
