5 Fall Roofing Best Practices

Now that fall is nearly on its way out of the seasonal door, it is time to start thinking about how to prep your rooftop for the frigid winter to come. Whether you are thinking about protecting a residential roof or the rooftop of a commercial building, any of these five steps will come in handy this fall.

1. Prepare Your Roof For Winter
2. Have An Attic Inspection Done
3. Trim Down Surrounding Trees
4. Clear Our Your Gutters
5. Keep Your Rooftop Traffic To A Minimum

Take the advice of real Dallas roofing contractors and try out these tips to make sure your building isn’t damaged when the weather cools down.

1. Prepare Your Roof for Winter

When it comes to your roof, being proactive is much better than reacting when an expensive problem occurs. For both residential and commercial roofs, it is highly recommended to have your roof inspected. This exterior inspection will point out issues like:

• Leaks
• Loose Shingles
• Cracks
• Physical Holes in the Roof

It’s important to take these steps while fall is still in effect. Once the snow and ice begin to form, it will become nearly impossible to detect the smaller problems that can easily grow into disasters.

2. Have an Attic Inspection Performed

Not only is the exterior of your roof important to check, but you will also want your inspector to examine your attic. A quick look at your attic will be able to tell an owner if there are water stains, leaks, or even roof damaging rodents residing in the building. Taking care of these issues while the weather is still tolerable is important.

3. Trim Down Trees Surrounding Your Roof

Your structure’s surrounding shrubbery may be a beautiful mix of colors now, but come winter, those trees become a roof hazard. One strong storm can send a nearby tree or low hanging branch through your roof and cause a world of roofing problems. Get in touch with your local roofing specialist to find out how far back you need to cut your trees in order to keep your roof safe during a storm.

4. Clear Out Your Gutters

Fall will bring about the accumulation of leaves in your gutters. Even though initially they are light when they fall on your rooftop, once the rains begin to come, this natural debris becomes ever the heavier.
By keeping your gutters clear now, not only can you avoid unnecessary stress to your roof, but you can prevent them from overflowing and building up pools of water underneath your shingles during cooler weather conditions.

5. Keep Your Rooftop Traffic to a Minimum

With the holidays approaching, it will be tempting to get on top of the roof and place your holiday lights. While you can enjoy this time, please be mindful of how often and how long you are traversing on your roof. Excessive climbing can eventually damage your shingles and ruin the flashing of your roof.

Anderson Industrial Roofing Gets Your Rooftop Winter-Ready

Having your roof inspected before any drastic change in the weather is important. If you know that your residential or commercial roof is overdue for an inspection, don’t wait until the temperature drops to freezing. Get in touch with Anderson Industrial Roofing today to schedule a roof inspection to ensure that your valuables are protected from the elements.