Roofing Issues that Are Most Common (And How to Fix Them)

​Even if you hired a reputable professional roofing firm to replace your roof, snow and ice damage may cause havoc on the average roof. If you reside in a region where harsh weather occurs on a regular basis, some roof problems are unavoidable.

If you're a do-it-yourselfer, you might be interested in learning how to use the items in your garage to undertake routine roof repair.

The following are some of the most prevalent roofing issues.

Leaky Roof

​You may not detect a problem until you see a leak or water stains inside your home if you don't inspect your roof on a regular basis.

One of the difficulties in repairing a leaking roof, particularly if it is a little leak, is determining the source of the problem.

The following regions have been known to experience roof leaks:

• Close to the fireplace
• The gutters and their surroundings
• Skylights are surrounded.
• in the vicinity of the vent pipes
• Underneath the shingles that have been cracked or broken
• During flashes

​As you can see, discovering and replacing missing shingles is not as simple as finding a roof leak. Your roof may have failed due to damaged shingles, but the leak was most likely caused by something more subtle and difficult to detect.

Flashing Is Broken

​While leaks can be caused by flashing issues, broken or loose flashing is a separate issue. After all, water and moisture will ultimately find their way through broken or loose flashing, resulting in pricey repairs.

Fixing cracked flashing has the disadvantage of requiring the removal of some of the surrounding shingles. Unfortunately, for an inexperienced roofer, removing shingles to correct flashing difficulties might lead to other complications.

​Gutters are clogged

With gutters, a lot can go wrong. Water on your roof will have nowhere to go if they're broken or clogged. If this happens, moisture may seep into the eaves, causing rot and structural issues.

Engage the Services of a Roofing Contractor to Assist You

While we don't want to discourage you from doing things yourself, roofing issues are best left to the professionals.

For one thing, shoddy repairs might exacerbate existing issues. To figure out how your roofing components operate together, you'd have to watch hours of YouTube videos. Even then, every house is unique. Keeping difficult locations sealed takes a lot of skill.

Another reason you should hire a professional to assist you with roof repairs is because every time you climb on your roof, you are placing yourself in grave danger. Roofing is a hazardous profession, and many homeowners are injured every year while attempting to save money on roof maintenance and repair.

Finally, it's never been easier to hire an expert to complete a roof inspection. Make an appointment with Spokane Roof Cleaning and Services Roofing for a free roof inspection today!

We're sure you have a garage full of tools you're eager to put to work. Roof care and repair are not suggested for do-it-yourselfers. Call us at: (509) 822 - 3707