Now that summer is here, it's time to take a closer look at your roof. You might have roofing problems that have been overlooked. You might not spend as much time outside during the winter, which means you might not have taken a close look at your roof. During the spring, you might have been more focused on the landscaping, and other ground-level home maintenance issues.
That's why summer is such an important time to inspect your roof. If you do spot areas that need to be repaired, don't wait until fall to take care of them. You might think it's best to wait until the temperatures cool down a bit, but that's not the case. Before you postpone repairs another month, or two, read the list provided below. Here are just four of the reasons to take care of the roof repairs this summer.
Control the Cooling Bills
If you've been dealing with unseasonably hot temperatures already, you want to keep your home as cool as possible. But, cooling your home during a heatwave puts added strain on your air conditioner and on your cooling bill. Unfortunately, roof damage can increase the strain on both fronts.
That's because a damaged roof can't provide the protective insulation that your home needs to stay cool. The best way to control the cooling bills and keep your home cooler this summer is to take care of the roof repairs right away.
Stop Pest Infestations
If you're like most people, you see an increase in pest activity during the summer months. Unseasonably hot temperatures send even more of the pests running for cover. If your roof is in good condition, you shouldn't need to worry about pests coming in through there.
However, if you have missing shingles or damage to the underlayment, there's a good chance that you'll experience an increase in the severity of pest infestations this summer. Unfortunately, pests use those damaged areas as access points into your home.
Reduce Heat Rot
If you have visible roof damage, and you're experiencing triple-digit temperatures, you need to worry about heat rot. You might not realize this, but exposed areas put your roof at an increased risk for heat rot. That's because there isn't enough protective covering to shield your roof from the heat. Luckily, taking care of the roof repairs right now will help to reduce the risk for heat rot.
Prevent Leaks
If you haven't taken care of the roof repairs yet, you can expect to experience some leaks once the summer rain storms roll in. You never know when a summer rainstorm is going to pass through your area. Unfortunately, some summer storms can bring torrential rains with them, which can destroy an already-damaged roof. Before you're faced with leaks this summer, hire a roofing contractor to take care of the repairs.
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