With the fall season kicking off it is a sure thing that winter will be here sooner than you may anticipate. And with winter comes weather like sleet, snow, hail, and wind; all of these elements can be detrimental to a roof if it is not properly prepared before winter hits. This is why it is crucial for homeowners everywhere to ensure that their roof is properly inspected and repaired before winter truly does roll in. By inspecting your roof before the first snow you will be staving off any leaks or other damage that many occur as a result of the weather.
The first thing that you should do when preparing your roof for winter is clean out your gutters. Many people don’t revel in the thought of spending a Saturday cleaning out their gutters but this is a relatively easy task that could end up saving your roof down the line in turn saving you time and money. If you have never cleaned your gutters before it is a good idea to do some research on how to complete the project so you finish the project thoroughly. After conducting research if you feel uncomfortable doing the project yourself you should contact a professional.
After your gutters are clean it is time to survey your roof; because you are not a roofing professional it is important that you don’t attempt to walk around your roof on your own as it could lead to avoidable accidents. But before contacting a roofer for an inspection it is a good idea to look at your roof from the ground or the ladder that you used to clean your gutters as this will give you a good idea of any issues with the roof before making a call. After you contact the roofer and they perform the inspection they will be able to inform you of anything that must be repaired before winter.
It is also a good idea to inspect your roof from the inside of your home in the attic if you have access to it. By inspecting the roof from the inside you will be able to easily to determine whether there are leaks or any other sort of problem related to the roof. By fixing any roofing problems, either externally or internally, before winter arrives you will be proactively ensuring that you and your family will have a dry and warm winter inside your home. So contact your roofing CT expert today to ensure that your roof is winter ready.