Is Your Roof Ready For Fall?
A roof replacement or maintenance can happen any time of the year. The winter months are around the corner. For this reason it is important that your roof and gutters are ready for harsh rain, wind and possible snow storms ahead.
Clean The Gutters
As a matter of fact, we get a significant amount of rain fall here in the Pacific Northwest. First, make sure your gutters are clear of any debris that could clog the downspouts. Your gutters and downspouts need to properly drain during rain storms. As a consequence, water will end up finding a way to drain by overflowing. The water can make it’s way into your home, in your siding and damage your foundation.
Inspect The Shingles
The other component is to inspect your shingles. You want to look for missing or curling shingles, staples that may be popping up, failing skylight and chimney flashing, granular loss, moss build up and excess debris. All of these things could cause leaks or damage to your shingles.
Remove Debris
Remove any debris such as leaves, tree branches, pine needles by very gently sweeping the area. You do not want to be too aggressive because you can damage the shingles. Maintenance is crucial to extending the life of your roof. Hiring a professional is always the number one recommendation. A roofing contractor has the proper tools, experience and safety equipment to perform necessary maintenance.
Get a Free Quote
Above all, we pride ourselves in using the best quality products for our installations. Learn more from GAF about residential roofing parts and systems here. We know a full roof replacement is not a cheap project. To help out, we offer financing. In conclusion, get a professional roofing contractor’s opinion and have peace of mind knowing the roof is in good condition. All in all, here at MCE, we offer free evaluations of your roofing and gutter systems. Give MCE a call at (503) 397-2215 or Fill Out Our Free Roofing Consultation Form to schedule a contact-free roof evaluation. After all, we are family owned and operated serving Columbia County, the Portland Metro and surrounding areas with over 25 years of experience.