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How to Have a Strong Roof – Inspections, Repairs and Choosing the Right Materials

Louise Flores 0 Comments June 28, 2018October 15, 2020 Roofing Services

Many homeowners on the verge of replacing the roof on their home or in need of roof fixes are looking for efficient tips about how to have a strong roof – here are our ideas and suggestions.

Regular Inspections

The best way to have a strong roof is to detect any issues that might weaken it early. Regular six-monthly inspections can reveal any problems, such as cracked or chipped tiles, buckling shingles or lost shingle granules or dented metal components, so make sure you go up on the roof in spring and in fall to check your roofing. If you are not comfortable moving on your roof, hire a professional Wichita roofer to perform the inspections for you – their inspection services don’t cost much and they are trained to notice any hidden or mildly visible issues as well. Make sure you also check the gutters or you get the roofer to check them – damaged, cracked, rusty, clogged or sagging gutters can lead to the deterioration of the entire roof structure, so they are best addressed in time.

Small Repairs to Prevent Severe Issues

The issues that you or your roofer detect on your roof and on your gutters need to be addressed in a timely manner. Fortunately, small issues are quite easy to remedy and minor repairs don’t cost much.

Roofing and the Climate

If you are in the process of selecting the roofing material that ensures your roof will be strong and durable, consider roofing materials that work in your climate area. If you live in a hot region, choose a material that resists well to exposure to intensive solar radiation, such as metal, clay or slate (the last two options are heavy, so they work only for buildings that are sufficiently solid to bear the weight of the roof). These three solutions work best for areas that are humid or prone to severe storms, while asphalt shingles or composite shingles work well in moderate climate areas and in regions that get severe weather only occasionally.

Ventilation and Insulation

Proper ventilation is also essential if you want to have a strong roof. Roofs that don’t allow for the efficient circulation of air underneath the roof surface become prone to developing condense that is very harmful for the wood structure of the roof. Make sure you have roof vents that allow for the air to move efficiently throughout your attic – good ventilation will make your roof stronger and will also improve the thermal protection offered by the roof.

You also need to insulate the attic space properly to prevent the heat from inside the home to escape to the attic and to cause condense. If you don’t know what type of insulation work best for your home, contact an expert Wichita roofer – he can provide consultation regarding the materials and the technology to use and he can also take care of the installation.

To sum up, the best tips about how to have a strong roof pertain to maintenance, repair, material choice, installation and ventilation – assess the specific features of your building considering these aspects and you will surely be able to build a strong, durable and attractive roof.