Hurricane season is once again upon us, which means it’s time to secure your roof. In today’s post, your local roofers at A Old Time Roofing share roof maintenance tips that can help prepare your home for the season.
Inspect Your Roof
Regular visual inspections can do a lot for your roof’s upkeep, and the best part is it doesn’t require specialist equipment and can be done during any clear day. There are three key areas that you should inspect: the attic, the roofing surface, and the roof’s edge. We have discussed visual roofing inspections at length in a recent blog, and while it’s intended for visual inspections after a storm, the same steps are applicable for pre-storm preparations.
Keep Your Property Clean
One of the most common causes of impact damage during hurricanes is those caused by flying debris. Keeping your property clean and free of loose objects like tools, toys and branches can help keep lower the risks of your home’s exterior getting hit by them during a hurricane. Giving your yard a once-over every once in a while, instead of a big annual spring cleaning, can be helpful, as you’ll need less time to prepare in case of an unexpected hurricane warning. Make sure that large objects like the air conditioning unit are properly bolted down, and fix issues like loose bolts or corroded components.
Trim Your Trees
If you have trees on your property, there are benefits to keeping them trimmed. Branches that touch the rooftop can scratch the roofing surface, which can expose the asphalt layer or bare metal to UV damage and corrosion. Branches can also get torn off during a hurricane and hit the house’s exterior. Maintain a ten-foot clearance between the rooftop and the tree’s outermost branches through trimming and pruning. You can hire a local arborist if you’re unsure how to trim the branches without causing harm to the tree.
Keeping up with your annual roofing maintenance appointments will also help make sure that your roof is in its best condition, ready for any weather. If you haven’t had your roof professionally inspected, give our team at A Old Time Roofing a call at (727) 824-9996. You can also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.