{"id":10102,"date":"2020-09-07T08:00:12","date_gmt":"2020-09-07T16:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.guardianhome.com\/?p=10102"},"modified":"2024-11-12T10:36:24","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T18:36:24","slug":"residential-roof-for-storms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/2020\/09\/residential-roof-for-storms\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Prepare Your Residential Roof For Storms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10103\" src=\"https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare.jpg\" alt=\"How To Prepare Your Residential Roof For Storms\" width=\"100%\" height=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-1024x535.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-768x401.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-25x13.jpg 25w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-50x26.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-75x39.jpg 75w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-100x52.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-125x65.jpg 125w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-150x78.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-175x91.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/BLOG-Guardian-Home-prepare-200x105.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gale force winds. Pouring rain. Golf ball-sized hail. When a storm blows in over Puget Sound, we all know our homes better be ready for it. One of the keys to always keeping your home prepared is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/roof-maintenance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventative maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here&#8217;s how you can stay ahead of the next storm with a well-maintained roof.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Importance of Roof Maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine maintenance is the most effective way to extend the lifespan of your roof, and help it get through major storms unscathed. This is especially true in a region known for drastic temperature fluctuations, ample rainfall, and abundant tree coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Storms often come with high winds and even hail. They can send leaves, twigs, and tree limbs crashing onto your roof. If it happens, you&#8217;ll sleep more soundly knowing your roof has been properly maintained and looked after. It&#8217;s also a good idea to have your roof looked at by a professional after a big storm to make sure it didn\u2019t receive any hard to spot damage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Included in Roof Maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you contact a roofing professional for a maintenance visit, don&#8217;t forget to ask them what their services include. A good company will perform a thorough inspection and will be upfront about exactly what they will be looking for. Scheduling a roof inspection and maintenance visit from a trusted roofing contractor should include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Checking for loose or damaged shingles<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Shingles often get weakened by rain or lose their coating due to hail impacts. If you catch failing shingles early, it&#8217;s usually easy to replace just the affected shingles rather than needing a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/2020\/06\/cost-of-your-flat-roof-replacement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">whole roof replacement<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspecting &#8216;problem areas&#8217;<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; The areas around skylights, chimneys, and vents are all locations where water can potentially get in, and should be checked regularly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Removing moss, algae and lichen buildup<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; These are common afflictions in areas with a humid climate or lots of rain and can weaken your roof over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clearing away debris<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; This includes fallen leaves, twigs, branches and other debris which lands on the surface of your roof. Debris like this can build up over time, especially if you live around a lot of trees, and it can get washed into your gutters during a storm.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspecting gutters and downspouts<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; If heavy rains hit and your gutters are too clogged to handle the runoff, water will most likely back up onto your roof, which can lead to potential leaks and serious damage.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for damaged flashing and worn-out sealants<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; A professional will look into these harder-to-see areas up close, which isn&#8217;t always possible from ground level.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making sure chimneys are stable<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Although often overlooked, it&#8217;s important to make sure your chimney is safe and secure and the area around it is well-sealed and free of leaks.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When to Schedule Maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roof maintenance can be done any time your roof needs it, and if your roof is over 5 years old and hasn&#8217;t been checked recently, then the sooner you schedule your roof for an inspection the better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Otherwise, it is generally recommended homeowners have roof maintenance done at least once a year, although twice is preferable. Early spring and late fall are the ideal seasons for this, for a variety of reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring maintenance<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; It&#8217;s important to make sure your roof is still in great shape as you leave winter behind and prepare for those big spring and summer storms. Spring is one of the most popular seasons for roof maintenance, especially if the previous winter has been a harsh one.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fall maintenance<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Late fall is a great time for roof maintenance too. A maintenance check at this time of year can include clearing away all the fallen leaves from your gutters and roof surface, and making sure your roof is winter-ready. Even though we don&#8217;t typically get a lot of show in this area, there&#8217;s still a risk of ice dams forming during a cold snap, and a well-maintained roof is crucial to preventing them.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the Right Contractors<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most important aspects of roof maintenance is working with a qualified, experienced roofing contractor who understands the challenges faced by homes in coastal Washington. Working with the same trusted contractor over and over again also allows them to get to know you and your roof, which helps them take better care of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.guardianroofing.com\/schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact Guardian Home today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more about working with us. Our founders have 60 years&#8217; combined roofing experience and our team is committed to providing the best craftsmanship and customer service in the greater Puget Sound area. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gale force winds. Pouring rain. Golf ball-sized hail. When a storm blows in over Puget Sound, we all know our homes better be ready for it. One of the keys to always keeping your home prepared is preventative maintenance. Here&#8217;s how you can stay ahead of the next storm with a well-maintained roof. 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