As a homeowner, you want an easy fix. However, even if it’s been raining for days, roof leaks aren’t always easy to spot. If you’re having trouble identifying the source of a leak, contact the professionals for proper roof leak repair. Here are some unmistakable signs of a roof leak:
Finding reputable, high-quality roofing contractors can be a daunting task. How do you know which company is going to deliver on the promises they offer? What assurances do you have that the work is going to be done right the first time? What happens if something goes wrong?
If you’ve had a new roof installed, it probably comes with one or more types of roof warranties. It’s important to understand exactly what’s covered and what’s not so that you can protect your investment. The following tells you everything you need to know about roof warranties:
You probably don’t think much about your roof unless something goes wrong with it. But it’s an important part of your home that protects you and your family, the interior of your home, and your belongings. Some damage can be obvious from the ground, but other types can only be identified by a professional who is trained to perform a thorough roof inspection.
As any experienced and professional roofer knows, a roof leak is serious business. As a homeowner, you should never procrastinate about finding the source of a leak; it always requires immediate repair! Left unattended, even for a short time, water can quickly damage your entire house. Mildew and mold, slips and fall hazards, and serious structural damage are just several of the potentially far-reaching issues that can occur from even a small leak.
Spring is a time of renewal in the Las Vegas area, as temperatures begin to climb, and homeowners gear up to prepare their homes, landscaping, and backyard pools for the season ahead. It's also a great time to have a reputable roofing company assess the condition of your roof to identify any areas of damage, or signs that you may need a roof replacement or roof repair.
There's a lot to be said for having the wind at your back – unless, of course, you're standing in your home and realize that the wind is coming from a drafty window.
Consider it a wake-up call to weatherize your home – a two-step process that requires applying caulk and weather-stripping to problem spots before First Quality Roofing & Insulation makes your home airtight with insulation. Spring is the ideal time for such a project, before summer arrives and the hot, outdoor air descends on Las Vegas and wreaks havoc with your utility bills.
It hasn't rained in weeks, so you know your roof isn't flooded with water, and you know you don't have to worry about ice dams since Las Vegas winter temperatures rarely drop below the 40s. So what is causing your roof leak? Chances are, your gutters are clogged with leaves, twigs, mud, or other debris. When your gutters are clogged, they are unable to catch rain water and even the smallest amount can build up on your roof and begin leaking into your home.
It's time to clean your gutters. Homeowners should have their gutters cleaned at least twice a year. This will prevent a roof leak no matter what the weather forecast.
You don't have to take a course in Home Ownership 101 to know that water streaming from a second-floor ceiling signifies a leak in your roof. But your roof doesn't have to be leaking water to be waging a bid for your attention. Remain alert to six other roof problems that warrant a call to the professionals.
Your roofing contract is the key to ensuring a job done to your satisfaction. On the other hand, many homeowners are confused or intimidated by contracts, and aren't sure what they're signing. We want our customers to be comfortable every step of the way, and that begins with understanding the contract. Here's what you need to know before you sign.
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