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You probably don\u2019t spend a lot of time worrying about the condition of your roof. That\u2019s understandable. Unless the roof has obvious damage, most homeowners assume everything is fine. Unfortunately, wear and tear will inevitably take their toll. For most homeowners, leaks are an unwelcome surprise. The good news is you can prevent leaks or at least anticipate them by taking a proactive approach to roof maintenance.<\/p>\n
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A regular roof maintenance program goes a long way in improving your roof\u2019s durability and maximizing its longevity. By becoming aware of common roof issues and their solutions, you will be able to reduce the chance of costly roof leaks. In today\u2019s post, Clear Choice Exteriors Findlay, the leading residential roofing contractor in Bowling Green, OH, discusses common roof issues and explains why you shouldn\u2019t delay repairs.<\/p>\n
Impact Damage<\/strong><\/p>\n Wind-blown debris and hail can tear or puncture the shingles of your roof. These holes pave the way for leaks that can cause significant damage to your roofing system. Most of the time, however, impact from hail and other debris just knocks granules off the shingles. This is still a big problem because these granules protect the shingles from the sun’s rays. Without them, the heat from the sun can cause your shingles to become brittle.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Damage from hail and wind-blown debris is not always obvious. That\u2019s why we highly recommend hiring a contractor to inspect your roof for damage after a storm. They can spot the subtle signs of impact damage and replace the bruised or cracked shingles. A good roofer will inspect every inch of your roof and look for the small signs of impact damage. They can also inspect the areas around the roof penetrations.<\/p>\n Damaged Roof Vents<\/strong><\/p>\n The areas around roof penetrations are some of the most vulnerable parts of your roof. It\u2019s rare for leaks to develop in open areas of uninterrupted shingles. In contrast, leaks can easily develop around roof vents, dormers, chimneys, skylights or anything else that projects out of your roof. Using a pair of good binoculars, try to check for cracked housings on your plastic roof vents. If you have metal roof vents, look for broken seams. As the leading choice for residential roof repair services in Bowling Green, OH, we recommend calling a roofer to replace the damaged vents.<\/p>\n Damaged Roof Cement<\/strong><\/p>\n A good roofer uses metal flashing to prevent leaks and to cover the gaps in the areas where shingles meet other surfaces. Unfortunately, some roofers like to cut corners and just use roof cement. Check your roof for any signs of cracked roof cement. You need to hire a good roofer to fix this problem immediately because leaks can easily form once the roof cement hardens and cracks.<\/p>\n Lack of Kick-Out Flashing<\/strong><\/p>\n Many roof problems stem from improper roof installation and shoddy contractors that cut corners. Some roofers just want to finish a job as quickly as possible so they don\u2019t install kick-out flashing. However, kick-out flashing is incredibly important. Without it, roof runoff will flow down to the wall next to the roof edge. This runoff can end up behind the trim of any doors or window below the wall. As the top roof replacement service in Bowling Green, OH, we recommend calling a reputable roofer to inspect your roof and install kick-out flashing.<\/p>\n Damaged Vent Flashing<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Your plumbing system has vent pipes that pass through and penetrate the roof. Since leaks are more common around roof vents, flashing is used to seal the areas surrounding the vents. There are two kinds of flashing: all-metal flashing with soft lead and a boot that relies on a tight rubber seal. The flashing around your roof vents needs to be replaced as soon as possible when it fails if you want to prevent roof leaks.<\/p>\n No Gutter Apron<\/strong><\/p>\n When rain flows off the edge of your roof, some of the water clings to the underside of the shingle and drips toward the fascia. If your roofing system doesn\u2019t have a gutter apron, then this means that the water will wick behind your gutters. If left unattended, this water can damage the fascia, soffits and roof sheathing. Fortunately, it\u2019s possible to install a gutter apron under existing shingles. You just need to ask a roofing expert to do it for you.<\/p>\n