subject: Get to Know a Little About Roof Maintenance [print this page] Get to Know a Little About Roof Maintenance
One often overlooked detail of owning any type of edifice is simple roof maintenance. A small issue can turn into a larger one in no time. One minor roof leak that goes unrepaired for any time can end up being a serious issue later.
It is not just leaks that can cause harm for building owners. Debris can collect on areas of a roof and make areas for bugs or mold. All of these issues can cause roof damage that may eventually deteriorate into major leaks.
No matter what kind of roofing material makes up a building's roof, there is still a need to complete routine inspections and roof maintenance once every three to four months. Quarterly roof maintenance is the best way to make sure that any issues with the roof will be addressed before they become an expensive problem.
Particular kinds of roofs require more roof maintenance than others, such as green roofs. Green roofs must be maintained and need to be checked often to ensure that they are working correctly.
Usual roof maintenance requires a thorough check and removal of debris from all valleys and other places that are designed to assist the flow of water off of the edifice. All of the flashings should also be checked to ensure that there is no harm. If the roof has a moss or algae issue, the use of zinc or lead control strips can be installed to prevent this from becoming a big problem; if left untreated, these can take years from the life of the roof. Furthermore, the major Santa Ana winds that are frequent in Southern California can damage or lift shingles; these shingles should be either replaced or re-affixed as an aspect of any quarterly roof maintenance.
Scheduling normal roof maintenance is the easiest way to protect any edifice from future roofing problem that could cost a lot to fix if gone unnoticed.
