Homeowners should have an annual roof inspection since it is a costly part of the home and the largest part of the home. The homeowner cannot spot problems from the ground, and they likely cannot see all of the problems even if they were on the roof looking for the problems. Some of the big problems a roof inspection will reveal are:
* Proper shingle overhangs at gutters, and eaves
* Inspect flashings at all walls
* Inspect attic intake vents for poor seals at the point of entry
* Check for loose seams, misaligned seams, edges curled, loose nails and punctures
* Check the decking for water rot.
* Inspect the shingles for signs of substantial wear and split edges.
These are problems that should be repaired before the hot Texas sun makes them worse. Once these problems are repaired, it would be important to have a roof inspection every year by a professional Roofing Company in San Antonio.
Roof problems result in water coming into the house and doing damage that you cannot imagine. The rain follows a roof support down into the living area and by getting behind the walls or lying on the ceiling to the point where the ceiling begins to sag. However, water behind the walls and on the ceiling is certain to develop black mold that you cannot see and will not notice until it is too late. The wall studs may be affected also. Walls that are damaged by rain must be replaced.
Rain can travel behind the walls down into the basement where it can cause more problems than imaginable. If Rain runs off of the roof down the outside walls, then it can get to the exterior basement walls and the foundation footings. You may think that the eves are catching all of the rain, but if the eves are not properly attached, then the water can get behind them and travel downward. This means that the drip edge is not working as it should.
Great sealing products have come on the market in the past few years which will standup to the Texas heat and the rain. Roofing Company in San Antonio can tell you about these products and how they might protect your home.
