When it come to home repairs and maintenance, the roof is often overlooked.  The average roof lifespan is around 20 – 30 year however this requires Annual maintenance and Inspection. If you detect any roof problems early enough, you can prevent it from becomming a more costly expense.

Safety First

Things To consider

1. Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE): Wear Gloves and and shoes with rubberrized soles for good Grip. A safety Harnes is also recommended.
2. Ladder Safety: Always have another person help you when climbing a ladder to the roof, Never do it alone.
3. The Sun: Dont work at Night and wear a shirt, Cap and sunscreen.

Want to extend the life of your Roof ?

Heres a List of things you should do on a regular basis.

Check For Leaks: Detecting leaks early can prevent extensive damage to your roof. The most common signs are. 

1. Musty odours in certain rooms
2. Water stains on ceilings
3. Cracked or peelng ceiling/wall paint

Inspect your roof 

Inspect the Exterial of your homes roof and look for broken or cracked tiles, missing shingles. Inspect flashings along the edge of the roof and around the chimney. 

Check your Gutters

Firstly your need to check if any gutters are loose and secure them.

Next check along the gutters for any leaks and clear away any debri prevent damage during heavy weather.

It is recommended you clean inspect and clean your gutters once per season.

Trim The Trees

Trees can cause alot of damage to your roof if not properly mantained.

Trimming back trees will contribute to keeping your Roof and Gutters in good shape.