Tips For Keeping Your Roof in Top Condition

1. Tips For Keeping Your Roof in Top Condition

2. While the roof is an integral element of any building’s construction, they so often don’t get the proper maintenance they require in order to perform at their best, and for as long as possible. Whatever your roof is made from, be it shingles, metal or concrete, it will have a certain lifespan that it’s possible to extend with regular upkeep and prompt addressing of repairs. With many buildings – particularly in cities such as New York – subject to extreme temperatures and rainfall at various times of the year, they’re often vulnerable to damage and more likely to need regular inspections and repairs. In crowded cities, failure to pay proper attention to a roof, be it that of an apartment building or commercial enterprise, can pose a very real threat to human safety, and hiring an experienced, local roofing contractor to carry out an inspection at least once a year, is simply the responsible thing to do.

3. To keep your roof in tip top condition for longer, here are some tips: Have a roof inspection carried out at least once a year ● Optimum roof maintenance actually requires that a roof be inspected twice a year, but many home and business owners opt for annual inspections, which is far better than neglecting the roof and failing to have it inspected at all. During aprofessional inspection carried out by a roofing expert, the technician will look for signs of wear and tear, which can include leaks, cracks, bubbles and missing tiles or shingles, for example.

4. Check your shingle roof regularly ● Shingles are prone to loosening or becoming damaged during extreme weather conditions, and visually checking your roof from ground level after a storm, is always a sensible idea. If you can’t see all of your roof, it might be safer to ask a roofing contractor to go up and give it the once over. Other common problems shingles are prone to are warping, cracking and peeling. Have a coat of UV protection applied ● A protective layer of UV in white or yellow can help to minimize the damage caused by intense heat, and helps to improve insulation by reducing power needs, too. For more information about UV protection, talk to a local roofing contractor.

5. Keeping the gutters in good condition ● Occasionally cleaning the gutters, and in particular following a storm, will help to protect your roof against a backflow of water. Leaves, dust and stones can easily build up in a gutter system, and if not cleared, will inevitably lead to the pooling of water on your roof, along with moss and algae. Re-caulking loose flashing ● Having this done as and when needed, is a highly effective way of sealing joints and preventing issues that can be highly damaging over time, such as seepage and damping. Your roofing contractor might recommend it during a routine inspection, or you can talk to them about it if you suspect it might need to be done.

6. Trimming overhanging branches ● Posing a potential threat to your roof, whatever it’s made from, overhanging tree branches can lead to cracks, weak spots, clogged gutters and rotting. If you’re unable to have the branches cut yourself, ask a local roofing contractor to help. Roof repairs can be costly, but by following the tips above and most importantly, having your roof routinely inspected, you can avoid a hefty repair bill and keep your roof performing at its best for longer.

7. RZ Construction Group Inc is a fully inclusive and one of the best general contractors and roofing repair contractors in Astoria. From initial design to final clean up, our results speak for themselves. We are fully licensed, insured, and bonded to provide both commercial and residential construction services to customers in Astoria and the surrounding area. Proud to serve New York State for 25 years. No job is too small nor too big. If you are looking for a roofers in Astoria NY or want to know more about our wide range of professional but affordable construction and repair services, reach out to us at (718) 938-9887.