When it comes to your home’s roof, it’s often the things you don’t see that make the most significant impact. But how do you take care of it if you don’t know what to look out for? At Madison Roofing, our professional roofers are always here to help you inspect the condition of your roof. However, there are a few things you can do to make sure your roof is in peak condition year-round. That’s why we’d like to provide you with the following Boise roof maintenance guide.
Year-Round – Boise Roof Maintenance
Clean Your Gutters
No matter the season, mother nature brings with it debris that can build up in your gutters. That’s why it’s essential to clean your gutters on a regular basis to make sure they are free of any blockages to maintain the quality of your roof. By making sure water can flow freely away from your home, you will prevent a wide variety of indoor and outdoor problems. Take the time to check your gutters every now and again or hire a professional gutter cleaning service to remove any obstructions.
Trim Nearby Trees
While trees on your property provide you with many environmental and aesthetic benefits, they can also create big problems. Limbs and branches can rub, snap, and fall during a storm, causing damage to your roof. Not only that, but they can also provide easy access for small animals and insects to invade your home. That’s why it’s important to trim nearby trees regularly, especially if they grow close to your home. This will prevent any issues from happening during a sudden spout of bad weather.
Seasonal – Boise Roof Maintenance
Most of the seasonal maintenance tips below can be applied throughout the year. However, there are few things that need to be done in a timely manner.
Fall
While it’s important to keep an eye on your gutters throughout the year, it’s especially important to prepare them for winter each fall. With the amount of falling leaves from nearby trees raining down on your roof, it’s very easy for your gutters to become clogged. This, in turn, can cause unwanted water to back up from rain and melting snow.
Winter
During the winter, it’s important to have excessive snowfall removed from your roof. This, in turn, will prevent any damaging ice dams from forming that cause water to back up inside your home. Furthermore, if you have an aging roof, a heavy amount of snow can lead to the possibility of collapse. While this task is best left to the professionals, you can carefully remove whatever snow you can reach with a snow rake if your home is a single story. This will help to relieve the amount of snow on your roof and prevent ice dams and collapse.
Spring
Just like in the fall, spring brings with it mother nature’s debris that can easily build up in your gutters. These include things like pollen, stems, and tree seeds. By making sure your gutters are clean when the weather warms up, you will prevent any blockages that can cause damage to your home and roof.
Summer
The hot weather of an Idaho summer can take an excessive toll on your roof, causing shingles to shrink or crack. Furthermore, sudden windstorms can tear your roof off altogether. That’s why it’s important to keep an eye out for any broken or missing shingles.
While most roofs are built to last for many years, severe weather during the summer can be strong enough to damage even the strongest roofing systems. You can also call in the professionals at Madison Roofing to inspect your roof to help spot and prevent any damage down the road.
Madison Roofing
If your roof is getting old and has any signs of damage, it may be time to have it repaired or replaced altogether. Contact Madison Roofing at (208) 344-5379 or fill out our online form to request a free quote for an inspection, repairs, or replacement.
