Roof Repair
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The Top 3 Roofing Repair Needs
From A Houston Roofing Company With Decades Of Experience!
Roof Leak Repair
Roof leak repair entails first finding the source of where the leak is coming from. Professional roofers such as "RG Roofers in Houston" can do this by spraying water on the roof and seeing where the water is entering the home from. Typically one roofer will climb inside the attic while another roofer sprays the roof with water. They also can map out the wet area(s) of the roof by looking at the roof horizontally and at the roofs slope. Then the roofer will go on the roof to find where any gaps or flaws may be that are allowing the water to enter. From there the roofer will either suggest replacing or repairing the water-damaged parts of your roof including damaged shingles and sometimes rotted wood beneath the shingles. The roofer may also be able to just seal up or repair the spots on your roof leaking water.
Roof Flashing repair
Roof flashing repair is needed when the small pieces of metal installed under the shingles and on the valleys and joints of your roof are damaged. Flashing is put in to provide a water resistant boundary or barrier between your roof, chimneys, pipes, walls, window seals and your home. If the flashing is cracked usually due to age or improper insulation water can make its way into your home and create a lot of damage. Some damage isn't seen for many years such as rotting wood. As above, most flashing damage is caused by improper instillation, which will allow water to enter underneath it, rotting your roof. A roofer will go about repairing flashing by replacing it with new flashing. This new flashing will be re-sealed with tar or caulking and any damaged boot vents will be replaced and sealed to prevent any leaking.
Shingle Replacement
Shingle replacement is very common roof repair. This roof repair is needed when the shingles and tiles on your roof are damaged, curling, shrinking, breaking, or missing. Weather events like hail, tornadoes, hurricanes, and snowstorms can wreak havoc on your roof as well as too much sun exposure. This roof damage can lead to water and moisture entering your home and ruining your attic, framing, and ceilings. Your roofer will repair this type of damage by replacing the damaged shingles or tiles with new ones. More extensive damage will require the section of damaged roof to be removed. Reframing may be required with the addition of new layers of sheath, underlayment, followed by new shingles or tiles. Your professional roofer will ensure there are no holes or gaps for water to enter through.
Residential Roof Repair
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Residential roof repair is considered a repair on a roof that is attached to a structure where people reside in. This can include a single family home, multi-family home, mobile home, townhome, or condo.
Roofs are on of the most common parts of the home that get overlooked. Most homeowners do not realize they have a problem until they start seeing water dripping down from their ceilings.
Check Your Roof
Carefully Check your roof for damage
It is extremely important to check your roof once every six months to make sure there is not any imperative damage that has occurred. There are some signs to look for when inspecting your roof to see if it has any damage already.
Especially after hail storms it is a wise decision to inspect your roof for hail damage. Hail will leave dings and dents in your roof, and depending on the size of the hail, it can even leave holes in your roof. If this damage is not repaired then you can have some serious water damage to your roof, the framing of your home, your attic, and your ceilings.
Damaged Roof Shingles
Look closely for shingle granules
The visibility of granules on your roof, in downspouts, and in gutters is another sign that there is damage to your roof. These granules are the protective layer on your roofs shingles coming off, leaving your roof open to the possibility of even more damage.
One of the easiest signs to visibly see damage to your roof is the state of your shingles. If shingles are cracked, curling, and / or broken then you obviously will need to schedule to have repairs on your roof. Sometimes the damage is too extensive and you will need to replace your whole roof. This is why it is essential to inspect your roof at least twice a year. It will save you time and money in the long run.
Roof Repair
Solving small roof repair problems now can save you thousands in the future. No matter what type of repairs may be needed to your roof, it is always best to hire a professional roofer to ensure the job is done right the first time.
Missing Roof Shingles
Roof Looks Weird? Repair It!
Aside from damaged shingles, having missing shingles is also a good indicator that something is wrong with your roof. Any missing shingles need to be replaced immediately to prevent mold, wood rot, and other damage from occurring. Water leaking past the roof shingles into the wood boards and beams under them is the leading cause of rotting wood on homes in Houston.
Some damage to shingles cannot be easily seen and only a professional roofer can detect the damage. It is a good idea to hire a roofer to inspect your roof once a year, especially if your roof is over 5 years old.
Dark Spots On Roof
Water Getting In Through Roof
Most residents can also detect roof damage when they start to see dark spots on their roofs or on their ceilings, indicating water damage, and potentially something even worse.
Dark spots on the roof and ceilings mean that there is water leaking in from somewhere and it needs to be addressed immediately. If not, your residence can suffer from mold damage, foundational damage, and structural damage.
Check For Roof Damage From Inside Home
Roof-top Gutters
Gutter can overflow In crucial areas
Another way to easily spot potential roof damage (or home siding damage) is to look at your gutters.
If gutters are clogged or leaking, the water can overflow and cause severe water damage to your roof, home siding, and even your home foundation. A good idea is to schedule your gutter cleaning for when you inspect your roof twice a year.
