Prolong the Life of Your Roof with Roof Maintenance from Wharry Engineering

9/27/2021

Your roof is one of the most important components of your home or business property, so regular roof maintenance from Wharry Engineering is crucial for protecting your property. Even the most minor of issues with your roof can quickly lead to serious issues, either with the physical structure of the building or with the health and safety of everyone who visits the building. With proper roof maintenance, you can avoid these types of issues for your home or business. You can be proactive by looking for evidence of roof damage, but you need to know what you are looking for, first. Read further to find out what sorts of things should be raising red flags regarding the status of your roof.

Clearly Identifiable Damage

Some damage on your roof is pretty easy to identify. Some of the more obvious signs of roof damage include, curling or missing shingles, pools of water on your roof, and discolored areas. At minimum, you should inspect your roof twice a year, but if you notice anything that looks out of place, you should definitely call the experienced professionals at Wharry Engineering to thoroughly inspect the roof and properly diagnose any issues.

Moisture Accumulation

In the event that you notice moisture building up on the roof, you need to take note of the following. Where is it building up? How much is there? How is it getting into your building? Is the water flowing either along or into a damaged seal? Are there any soft, shallow depressions on the roof as a result? Once you have this information, you should call the experts at Wharry Engineering to look into formulating a solution for the issues.

Inspect Seams, Vents, and More

The majority of roof failures can be traced to areas where elements of your roof come together, like rusted vents, leaky seals, or cracks new chimney or equipment installation. These areas are where moisture can easily get into the property, potentially causing damage to the structure. This extra moisture can also attract pests like termites or foster the growth of mold.

We at Wharry Engineering work to educate all of our clients about proper roof maintenance and offer them reliable services to prolong the life of their roofs. We are eager to adding your name to our already extensive list of satisfied customers, so call us and let us know how we can help with your roof maintenance needs.

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