Roof repairs can be some of the most important types of work that you have done to your property. While it is common for homes to need to undergo various types of roof repairs, there are many homeowners that are simply not as prepared for this work as they should be.
How Can Pests Cause Damage To Your Roof?
Storms are not the only threat of causing significant damage to the roof of your home. Pests can be another threat that will often be overlooked. When a pest problem starts to develop with the roof, it can cause severe structural damage through a number of different ways. These will largely depend on the type of pest that has recently started to target the roof. Termites can damage the roof by actually eating away at important structural supports and components of the roof. In contrast, ants, bees, and other insects can cause significant rotting due to the moisture that their nests or hives will trap against the roof.
How Can You Improve The Drainage Of The Roof?
Poor drainage can be another issue that has the potential to cause significant problems for a roof. When the rainwater that collects on it is unable to drain away in an efficient and controlled way, it can lead to rot developing. After the pests have been removed, the entire roof will need to be thoroughly inspected so that the damage can be found and repaired. In instances where this damage is fairly superficial, repairing it may be little more than replacing the tiles and shingles. However, if the damage has extended deeper into the roof and has impacted structural supports, a section of the roof may need to be completely replaced.
Do Skylights Or Chimneys Increase The Risk Of Roof Damage Occurring?
The presence of skylights and chimneys can present unique risks for your roof. These features of the roof can be at a much greater risk of developing leaks due to the presence of small gaps around the perimeter. Preventing these issues from occurring can be very difficult as they will often result from the breakdown of the weatherstripping that is designed to stop leaks from forming. As a result, you should make sure that you are checking around these areas of your ceiling to look for signs of leaks. Checking the interior ceiling around these areas should be done every few months, and the exterior should be inspected during the annual roof assessment or service visits.
For more information, reach out to a company like Roof Doctor of the Carolinas Inc.
