Making sure that your roof is well and ready for the upcoming winter season is extremely critical, especially when you live in an area that experiences harsh winter weather and even more critical if your roof is not in its top condition. Before a minor roof problem becomes a major winter time calamity, there are some important and necessary steps to take as a home owner to ensure that your roof is ready to protect your family and your belongings this upcoming winter season. Even if you had mild rain fall this past spring and summer, do not assume that your roof did not experience any damage. A thorough roof inspection should be performed after each season, to make sure your roof is always in its best condition.

Professional Roof Inspection Report

While inspecting your roof on your own may seem like a good idea, it isn’t, and it can be a very dangerous if you do not have a clue as to what you are looking for. Hiring a professional roofing company to inspect your roof is your best bet on identifying any problems that may occur during the upcoming winter season. A qualified roofing contractor will provide you with a complete inspection of the roof on your home and provide any necessary roof repairs before a small problem becomes a big one and you are left with a leaky or damaged roof in the winter.

Roof Ice Dam Prevention with Gutter Cleaning

If your roof is already experiencing issues such as leaking from your roof, chimney or skylights, get these areas looked at immediately. Problems like these are much easier to inspect and repair while the weather outside is still mild. Attempting to inspect a roof leak while there are inches of snow on top of your home is much more difficult than doing it when it is still nice out and your roof is clean and clear. Ice dams are a big problem in the winter and can cause damage to the roof of your home. One way to avoid ice dams from occurring is to clean your gutters, remove any debris that has been sitting in your gutters and make sure that water can properly flow through your gutters. A clogged gutter can be extremely hazardous to your home.

Professional Roof Installation, Replacement, Inspection, Repairs & Maintenance Services in Columbia, Jessup, Elkridge, Ellicott City, Clarksville, Fulton & Laurel Maryland

Monitoring your roof from the inside of your home is just as critical as doing so on the outside. Be sure to inspect your attic or roof for areas that appear to be sagging. Look for water damage, leaks, dark spots and drips. Inspect and look for areas where there appears to be light shining through from the outside. Have these areas repaired by a professional immediately. To keep your home safe and warm this winter, contact Marshall’s Roofing & Contracting for a proper and thorough roof inspection.