How To Prepare Your Roof For Spring

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After a long, cold winter, the spring has finally arrived! As we look towards sunny skies and warm weather, it's time to survey any damages that the harsh winter weather may have brought to our homes. With excessive snowfall and unusually cold temperatures this winter, our shingles, gutters and flashings must be inspected to make sure everything is still in place and working properly. If you're planning on performing your spring inspection yourself, here are some DIY tips to guide you on what to look for:

1. Survey Your Shingles: To properly inspect your shingles, you must actually get up on a ladder and scan your shingles thoroughly. Look for shingles that are missing, peeling, or losing their grain, and replace or repair any that seem damaged.

2. Clean Moss and Mold from Your Shingles: If you see moss or mold growing on or in between your shingles, it's important to remove it! However, do not power wash the moss or mold as that can remove the protective top layer from your shingles. Instead, buy a roof moss remover solution and spray your roof, then remove the moss with a long-handled broom.

3. Tighten Metal Roof Bolts: If your roof is made of metal, tighten the bolts at the start of spring. This helps to prepare your home for any summer or fall storms that may come your way.

4. Clean Your Gutters and Downspouts: To clean your gutters, get out your ladder and a garden trowel. Start by removing all of the leaves and debris out of your gutter, and finish by cleaning out the entrance and exit of the downspout. If your gutter appears to be loose, don't forget to tighten it!

5. Repair Chimney and Skylight Flashing: Strong winds and heavy snow can cause a home's flashing to become loose. To prevent leaks from the traditional April showers, securely tack down the flashing.

6. Clean Out Soffits and Fascias: Outdoor critters love to nest in soffit and fascia vents, especially during the winter. At the start of spring, inspect your soffits and fascias for any animals that may have nested there for warmth.

Though these tasks may seem simple, having them done properly is more important than ease. If your roof seems seriously damaged or is too dangerous to maintain on your own, it's time to hire a professional. That's where we can help! At Phil's Main Roofing, we are available to perform inspections on commercial and residential roofs, and our seasoned team of professionals can assist in repairing roofs from all kinds of weather damage. Don't put yourself in harms way, call Phil's Main Roofing at 203-838-4545 for help today!