Dresden roofing contractors in Ontario

When a roof leak happens, you can bet that it’s going to do more than just leave a stain on your ceiling and carpet. Roof leaks allow water to enter attic spaces, instantly ruining insulation R-value, destroying most building materials that get in its way and worst of all-create wood rotting fungus, musty mildew and dangerous black mold within just a few days. That’s why it can’t be stressed enough that once a roof leak starts, it’s imperative that you repair the damages right away before more serious problems have a chance to occur. But more often than not, it’s too late once a roof leak starts to prevent trouble from brewing behind walls and in hidden attic locations. So what do you do to keep roof leaks from happening to your Dresden home or business in the first place?

Most roofing repairs can be prevented using these simple tips and basic techniques for asphalt shingle roof care and maintenance

Make Certain a Complete Roofing Inspection takes Place - A roof inspection is much more than just a quick look at the shingles or using a garden hose to find a roof leak. It involves inspecting every aspect of your roofing system to pinpoint hidden roofing concerns and stopping roof leaks now—as well as prevent future roof leaks to come. Many roof companies will want to have a complete roof replacement done to your Dresden, Ontario roof. While a complete replacement is sometimes necessary; it’s not always the case. Many times, small and more cost effective roof repairs can be made to prevent roof leaks and extend the lifespan of your existing shingle roof. Be sure that your roofers look at more than just the shingles. An experienced roof leak trouble shooter will look for damaged soffit, fascia, drip edge and roof flashings as well as chimneys, skylights plumbing pipes and ridge ventilation to ensure roof leaks are cured for good. Windows, doors and gutter systems can sometimes harbor roof leak woes as well and should be inspected along with the rest of the roofing system to make certain that all of your now and future roof leaks are kept at bay.

• Missing, Broken, Damaged Shingles
• Roof Plumbing Pipe Weeping and Staining
• Loose or Bent Ridge Vent
• Fogging Window/Skylight Panes
• Chimney Flashing Corrosion
• Rusting Valley Metal
• Loose Satellite Dishes
• Overflowing or Improperly Sloped Gutters
• Improper Attic Ventilation
• Damaged Drip Edge, Soffit or Fascia
• Signs of Black Mold
• Winter Ice Dams

After just 48 hours, wood rotting fungus, smelly mildew and dangerous black mold can all be thriving and spreading throughout your structure. Once black mold has reached the interior of your dwelling, any occupants who are exposed to the mold or the airborne spores are going to become stricken with respiratory ailments and will eventually become much sicker the longer they come into contact with it. That’s why when a roofing leak begins; it’s in your best interests to call us so we can take care of the problem immediately. Use the following tips for extending your shingles life and you’ll easily prevent costly shingle repairs or a total roof replacement from surprising you ever again.