Almost all of us welcome the cooler air in Minnesota. Before we know it, winter will be upon us. Now, before it gets cold, is the perfect time to engage in winter roof maintenance. Don’t just assume that your roof is good for the seasons ahead without verifying. Since you can’t see what is happening on top of your roof, it is an excellent idea to consider performing these maintenance musts.
Have an Inspection
The spring and summer certainly weren’t the worst that we’ve had in the Rochester area, but we did get our fair share of storms and high wind conditions later in the season. Assuming that your roof is in good condition, regardless of age, is never wise. Flying debris and storm damage are a real threat here, and if you ignore a roofing problem, it will only become a bigger issue. Be sure that your roof isn’t in need of repair by having a professional roofing service take a look.
Get Your Mind on Your Gutters
If you haven’t had your gutters inspected and cleaned, now is the time. If you allow debris and dirt to sit in your gutters, weighing them down, they are likely to break away from the house. And if your gutters are full of dirt, they won’t be able to perform as you need them to. It is much easier and safer to hire a gutter cleaning service than to risk getting on the roof yourself. When you do hire one, consider having them install gutter guards for extra security from your gutters clogging throughout the year.
Roof Washing is Beneficial
Although most Rochester homeowners understand that pressure washing isn’t something you should do to roofs, not everyone understands the benefits of soft washing your roof. Your roof is subject to a lot of dirt, debris, algae, and mold growth. Over time, if you don’t address the build-up, it can lead to damage and wood rot. Soft washing will remove any build-up on the surface of your roof and make it look fantastic, too. Regular soft washing is a must for roofs in this area!
Fixing Small Things
Even with newer roofs, wear and tear will begin to cause vulnerabilities that you need to take care of quickly. Those small repairs will only become larger and more costly the longer you allow them to sit unattended. Having a professional service like Roof Savers to get up on the roof and check your chimney flashing, look for pop-up nails, and replace any areas where wood rot might have started is the best way to keep your roof in shape for longer and reduce the risk for a roof repair need.
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For roofs that are nearing their end life, our Patent Pending Proprietary Renueit™ Microcraze VR Technology is an excellent way to turn back the hands of time. Our Renueit™ Treatment will add an additional ten years to the life of your roof. Why replace your roof when you don’t have to? Ten years is a long time to save up for when your roof does actually need to be replaced.
As we fall into fall, winter is close behind. Now is an excellent time to consider winter roof maintenance and having your roof inspected. If your roof is getting up in age, you might want to consider our Patent Pending Proprietary Renueit™ Microcraze VR Technology. It can extend the life of your roof for an additional ten years. At Roof Savers Minnesota, we’re in the business of saving roofs, so contact us today to get started.
