A home is likely one of the biggest personal investments you will ever make. Maintenance is an important aspect of maintaining it and keeping it in good condition. There are many areas of concern, but perhaps one of the biggest is the roof. The roofing of your Edmonton home protects most of the other components, as well as your family and possessions. Here’s an easy checklist for checking the health of your roof.
Fascia – If you have fascia pulling off the house, look a little deeper and call for help from an expert in roofing in Edmonton. Look for signs of water damage or rot like soft spots, algae or areas where boards are coming apart.
Soffit – This keeps out unwanted critters and allows for proper ventilation. Check for torn screens or blocked vents on the roofing of your Edmonton home. If vents are blocked, clean them out. If you spot problems, it might be a good time to replace these essential elements.
Gutters – These roof accessories need to be in good shape to protect your roof and house. Look for signs of separation or sagging. Make sure they are not filled with debris and if you notice granules from your shingles in the gutters, it may be time for professionals.
Shingles – Check shingles for torn areas, curled up corners, those missing grit or for any moss growing on the roof. Any of these are signs your roof needs some attention.
Flashing – Areas where the roof joins another surface like a chimney, there is usually metal flashing present to help protect from leaks. Flashing should not show signs of rusting or oxidizing. Tar should look healthy and not dried out.
Vents – From the ground, you can tell if the vents on your roof are fully functioning. They should not be too dented, and if they are supposed to rotate, they should be doing so.
Checking your own roofing can save you a bundle of money and prevent catastrophe later on. If you need a new roof, repairs or roofing services, visit the MCM Home Exteriors website for more information.
