The Summer Days Are Cooling Off in Sacramento

Thursday, August 24, 2017

The summer days are cooling off and we are reminded that the long rainy season is about to return. Fall is a magical season, and it’s the time of year when we should button up our homes as well as our jackets. Between now and the first rains of winter, there are four things you can do to prepare your roof for bad weather.

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Cleaning The Gutters

When leaves and debris collect in your gutter system, eventually, it will create a clog in the downspouts. Rain water will overflow the gutters, damaging your roof, trim and siding. The added weight of the wet leaves and water could also cause your gutters to pull loose from the anchor point or collapse.

To prevent these problems and unforeseen repair costs, make sure to keep your gutters relatively clear through the fall. And, once the trees around your home are bare, do a thorough cleaning. You can also get out ahead of the fall season and have gutter screens or guards installed to prevent the collection of debris in the first place. Cal-Vintage would be happy to provide a free estimate for gutter screens.

 

Clear Off Debris

It’s important to remove leaves, pine needles, and other debris from the surface of your roof as well as your gutters. Even small bits of debris will hold moisture and possibly rot or mold, which will break down your roofing material.

If you’re confident and experienced in walking on your roof, get up there and broom or blow off the debris that has collected on your roof, paying special attention to the valleys, which are most vulnerable to water damage. Make sure they are free and clear of debris so as to allow water to flow.

 

Check For Damages And Deterioration

With a clean roof, scan the surface for missing shingles or ones that have cracked curled or frayed edges. You can use binoculars to inspect from the ground or climb up to the roof to have a look.

Also check for damaged flashing around vent stacks, chimneys, and skylights. These areas are the usual suspects when you have a leak. Give us a call and we’ll make sure everything is sealed properly before the rain hits.

 

Attic Insulation And Ventilation

Without adequate airflow in your attic, you could be looking at higher than necessary energy bills and roof leaks. During the day, sunlight hits your roof and heats up the air in your attic. Without vents located at the soffits, ridges, and/or gables of your roof, the hot air condensates, causing moisture damage and possible mold or rot in your roof’s supports.

Additionally, when that hot air has nowhere else to go, it will seep into and overheat your living space, asking you to use your AC more than you have to. This is one of the reasons why insulation is so critical to an energy efficient home.

Need a re- roof or roof repair evaluation? Contact Cal-Vintage Roofing for a free* estimate! Call us at 916-635-8320

 

*Commercial properties on the Real Estate market are charged a $250 estimate fee. This fee will be credited to your invoice when work is completed.*

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