Cleaning gutters is an important part of roof maintenance. If the gutters are not cleared, there will be a build-up of leaves, debris and other materials in the drainage channels. As a result, the gutters will be constantly under strain. In addition, when it rains, the water will not flow from the roof efficiently. The damming effect of the clogged gutters will increase the risk of roof leakage.
The new year signals a fresh start. Therefore, it is the perfect time to schedule a roof inspection. If this is something you’ve been putting off, consider the following benefits of a well-maintained roof:
In Las Vegas, December can bring quite a bit of rain. If your roof's in disrepair, you don't want to find out the hard way for a number of reasons. One primary reason to have your roof inspected is that roof leaks are not uncommon.
The presence of animals such as mice, rats, birds, and insects in your roof can spell disaster. In general, these types of pests are destructive. If they are allowed to live unchecked in your roofing structure, they will damage crucial building elements, including wooden roof framing, electrical wires and ceilings. In addition, certain rodents, birds and insects are carriers of disease. Here are practical guidelines to help you get rid of animals in your roof and avoid the need for roof repairs:
Home Advisor calculates that roof repairs in Las Vegas range anywhere from $250 to $3,000, with the most common range between $475 and $1,149. So, what do you do when only half of your roof is damaged? Is that enough to warrant a roof replacement? How much roof damage is too much to repair?
You know your roof is important; that's obvious. What's not always so obvious is what you need to do to keep your roof in tip-top shape. Like most things in life, homeownership doesn't exactly come with a user manual, and learning lessons the hard way can be costly. A routine roof inspection will help to preserve your roof by enabling a technician to identify and fix any issues before they become major.
With monsoon season right around the corner, you may be wondering if you've done enough to protect your Las Vegas home during harsh weather conditions. Many homeowners may be wondering whether lightning rods are necessary for their homes.
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.
High winds can cause a great deal of damage to your home’s roof. It is impossible to predict when high winds may occur, so it is important to ensure that your roof is properly maintained to avoid the need for roof repairs in the future. These tips will help you protect your home’s roof from high wind damage:
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