It’s easy to forget about your roof until it causes problems. After all, it has no moving parts and nothing to regularly change or replace. But regular roof maintenance in Las Vegas will help keep your roof in good shape and ensure that it can protect your home and belongings.

Maintaining your roof allows you to catch small problems before they become large ones. Issues won’t go away on their own and will instead become worse. For example, a broken tile may not seem like a big issue on its own -- until it lets water into your home. Depending on the extent and duration of the roof leak, your home and belongings could suffer extensive damage and even develop mold problems.

Your roof can be vulnerable to the following sources of damage that can be detected and fixed by regular roof maintenance:

Animals and Insects

Insects can work their way under your roofing material and attract birds that nest and peck away at your roof. In addition, mice, ground squirrels, and other animals can tear off roofing material and vent covers or make their way through your turbine vent to try to gain access to your home.

Weather

Wind gusts can cause tiles or other roofing material to become loose, curl, or come off completely. Although it is infrequent here, hail can weaken and cause wear to your roofing material as it creates countless tiny holes.

Sunshine

We’re lucky to have plenty of sunshine in Las Vegas, but years of harsh exposure to the sun’s UV rays can dry and age your roof.

Trees

Trees can cause damage if branches hit your roof, and they can also drop leaves that clog gutters and cause water to dam up. If left long enough, leaves can even start growing roots that will cause holes in your roofing material.

Thermal Shock

During Las Vegas’ quick springs and falls, the cycles of rising and falling temperatures causes your roof to expand and contract, every time adjusting to a slightly new position. This is called thermal shock, and can wreak havoc on your roof over time.

Other Workmen

If you’ve had a TV dish installer or air conditioning repairman alter your roof, you may develop a leak. They may drill holes or install pipes and fail to properly seal around the area. As a result, moisture can work its way into your home.

To schedule a 17-point inspection for roof maintenance in Las Vegas, contact First Quality Roofing & Insulation today at 702.262.7847. Our roof repair professionals will fix any damage or recommend replacement if necessary.