1. Storm Damage Is Not Always Visible From the Ground
Most of that damage cannot be seen from the ground. An annual roof inspection (free in most cases) will keep you up to date on the condition of your roof. If your roof does have storm related damage, we document it and your insurance company decides what is covered.
2. Maintenance Leads To Roof Longevity
“But my roof is only 5 years old! It shouldn’t need any work!” This is a very common phrase I’ve heard over the years, and it couldn’t be further from the truth. The truth is, your roof is made up of more than just shingles and nails. In most cases, your roof will have certain accessories (satellite dish, box vents, etc.) and flashings (pipe boots, chimney flashing, valleys, etc.) and these items are the most vulnerable to weather intrusion. Caulking fails within 5 years in most cases. Animals look for a warm place during the winter. Don’t let tiny maintenance lead to a catastrophic event.
3. Roof Ventilation Is A Key Element To A Healthy Roof System
You should have an intake source through your soffits (soffit vents) and an exhaust source (ridge vent, box vents, power vents). There are many different situations in which to calculate the proper ventilation for your specific roof. If your roof is not being properly vented, it could cut the life of the roof system in half. Signs of improper ventilation are blistering shingles, rot and decay on the wood sheathing from moisture in the attic, rusty nails protruding through the wood sheathing, various changes of temperature inside the house and blistering or peeling paint. Make sure your roofing professional understands all the elements that go into properly venting your roof.
4. Low Slope Roofs Should Not Be Shingled
Shingles connect by butt joints. Slow moving water can access these butt joints and cause massive leaks. SWORD Roofing installs shingle roofs only, so a low slope roof needs a contractor who works with low slope materials.
5. Choose a Manufacturer Preferred Contractor
Make sure your contractor is a preferred contractor for one of the major shingle manufacturers ( ex. SWORD is a preferred contractor with Owens Corning). This does not guarantee you will get high quality workmanship but it will certainly increase your odds.
