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Roof is the most essential part of any home. It protects us from the changing weather conditions so it is our responsibility to protect it as well. External elements and the changing climatic conditions can damage your roof so it becomes very important to take good care of the roofs.

If you want to increase your roofs life, make sure to inspect it regularly. Weather it is a new roof or a twenty year old one, check it every spring and after the fall, specially if you live in an area with cold climate. So, by inspecting the roof semi annually, you can avoid many roof problems and can get them fixed on time.

Inspect your roof in the spring for debris, moss, mold, damaged tiles or shingles, and damaged or clogged gutters. By repairing it and cleaning it up after the winter season, you will extend the life of your roof.

Checking the roof after snowfall is a must. Cleaning it regularly can save you a lot of money. Snow can lead to ice dams. Its weight can also damage the roof, gutters. Make sure to check for the following things in your inspection project.

Clean Gutters and Down Spouts ” removing debris, snow and ice from gutters and drains ensures that melting snow can run off into the gutters without becoming trapped on the roof, and potentially refreezing. Check your gutters periodically throughout the winter and keep them clear of debris.

Make sure to remove the snow from the roof otherwise it can be very harmful for the roof. It can lead to ice dams and the roof can get damaged with excess weight. Due to snow build ups on the roof, water can easily penetrate inside the shingles and can destroy them and can also affect the interior walls. You can use a long handled rake for clearing snow from it.

Adequate insulation is very important for your home, especially if it is an old house. It will prevent heat loss from the house and will keep it warmer. Also, since heat will not escape from the attic, it will prevent melting of the roof snow and turning into ice dams when they refreezes at night.

Sufficient attic ventilation is very important. This will keep the underside of your roof deck dry and cool, and extend the roof life by reducing dry rot and curling.

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