Checking the roof
Whether
you’re a homeowner with just one home or an investor who owns a lot of houses,
you should know how to check a roof for damage. In fact, if you’re an investor
it’s even more important — if a roof leaks in an empty house, by the time you
find out about it there may be a lot of damage.
Set
a ladder against the house and climb up to check the shape of the roof (not on
the roof). Check the outside of the roof for signs of sagging, and make sure
there’s no debris blocking the roof valleys. Look at the metal flashing. If
it’s a shingle roof, look at the shingles to make sure none of them are
cracked, warped or loose. Check the rain gutters for clogs, leaks and granules. If it’s a rainy day, go inside and
check for signs of leakage. If it’s sunny, go to the attic and look for gaps in
the roof.
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company in Charlotte and Concord, NC
Advanced Roofing and Exteriors, a family-owned
company, is the top residential roofer in Charlotte and
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Corning preferred contractor and a certified installer for Certainteed, GAF, Owens
Corning and Tamko roofing products. They can deal with
all aspects of building, maintenance and repair. They will plan their work
schedule to suit your needs and provide all the materials themselves. Whether
you need a new roof or need to repair an old one, call today for a free
estimate.
