Roof Tips in the Fall Season

Here are some roof tips with summer ending to think about in order to ensure your roof is good to go for the fall season ahead!
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First off, being proactive and regularly checking your roof will always keep you ahead of the game.  The roof of a property should be regularly maintained to prolong its life and ensure water doesn’t leak through.  Here are key roof maintenance tasks to do this fall:
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• Pruning the trees – Dead tree limbs can fall on the roof and cause damage, especially when it’s raining or snowing. Trees that are leaning towards the house could also fall on its roof, or allow squirrels and raccoons to get access. Twigs, leaves, and other debris can also cause rotting, gutter blockage and roof damage. To avoid these problems, the overhanging branches should be removed. Ensuring that trees aren’t leaning towards the home is also a good idea.
• Cleaning the gutters – One of the best ways to prepare for winter is cleaning the gutters and ensuring they’re well-anchored. Doing so allows rainwater and thawed snow to flow properly off the roofline, avoiding leaks and water damage to the home. Leaves and other debris should be removed from the gutters regularly throughout the fall. In addition to this, installing gutter guards can ward off any debris that would invade the gutters.
• Inspecting the roof for damage-
  • The roof flashings should be checked – these cover gaps near vents and chimneys and can be dislocated during a storm. Faulty flashing pieces must be replaced.
  • If the roof is made of asphalt, it’s best to replace the shingles that have bare spots, are warping, or are curling at the edges.
  • If the roof is made of wooden shake, homeowners should check for signs of warping. The roofing material should be replaced if at least 25 percent of the wood shingles are damaged.
  • In the case of a metal roof, signs of damage include pitting, corrosion or gapping seams. These issues can lead to leaks or underlay damage.
  • A professional roof inspector should be hired for these tasks. Besides, the roof might need adjustment and repairs.

All these roof maintenance tips are highly recommended as we enter the fall season.  If you need assistance with your maintenance or require an inspection our team at Class Eh! Roofing would be happy to assist.  Please contact us for a FREE estimate today within the Niagara Region.


ABOUT US
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Class EH! Roofing is a leading roofing and home exterior renovation company located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON founded by Niagara resident Wayne Jeffreys over 15 years ago.  

With thousands of installations to our credit in the Niagara Region, an exceptional level of service and products as well as unbeatable warranties, the team at Class EH! Roofing are  dedicated to excellence in everything they do.

We specialize in the repair, maintenance, and installation of all residential and commercial roofing systems for the benefit of homeowners, property managers, condominium corporations, corporate clients, institutional customers, and individual building owners. 

Our courteous, experienced representatives, are trained to evaluate and provide our clients, with cost effective solutions for correcting existing roof leaks, roof replacement, and maintenance solutions. 

All of these solutions and services are designed to extend the life of your roof and building investment.