Roof Leak Prevention

3/21/2017 (Permalink)

It’s that time of year. The rainy season is among us and it’s the best, or worst, time to find out you have a roof leak. Luckily, there are steps you can take to prevent a roof leak, according to USA Roof Masters.

• Tree branches that are touching or hovering over your roof/gutters should be trimmed.
• Gutters should be clear from leaves, broken tree branches, and other types of debris.
• Got hanging or loose gutters? Get them replaced or repaired right away. The purpose of a gutter is to prevent water from accumulating on the roof. A clogged gutter will stop the process of allowing water to flow and escape from the roof.
• If you have any loose bricks, get them reset.
• Get your chimney caulked. If you have a skylight, get that caulked as well.
• Houses with attics should have plenty of ventilation and insulation- this will help prevent leaks.
• Replace missing shingles. If you have patches on your roof with multiple colors, that’s a sign your roof has missing shingles. You should also consider replacing loose or cracked shingles.

If you notice you have a roof leak, causing water damage in your home, SERVPRO of Tacoma is here to help! Call us today 253-896-3000.

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