Winter is coming, and it's a good time to check your roof
for signs of damage. Final Touch
knows that cold weather, ice, and snow can
wreak havoc on homes in Northeast Ohio this time of year. Here are 3 things
that indicate you may need a repair:
1.
Ice on the
roof
Ice on the roof is a sign that your roof is failing. When
water freezes, it expands and can cause leaks to form. This can damage your
ceiling as well as potentially causing structural damage to your home. In
addition, ice dams may form on top of your shingles when temperatures drop
below freezing at night but rise above freezing during the day (this is called daily
cycle). These ice dams are dangerous because they put extra pressure on roofs
when melting occurs during warmer weather--potentially leading them to collapse
under their own weight!
2.
Snow on the
roof
Snow on the roof is a sign that your roof is failing. If you
have snow on your roof, it's important to know what it means and how to deal
with it.
Snow on the roof can be dangerous because of ice dams, which
occur when melted snow refreezes as it runs down overhangs or other protrusions
on your house and then freezes again as it hits cold air coming from below.
This creates a dam around those areas of contact between warm air inside your
home and cold outside air--and this can cause leaks in those places where water
collects behind these dams. In fact, damage caused by ice dams was responsible
for over $1 billion worth of repairs during 2017 alone!
You might also notice that there are small puddles around
some vents in winter months; this is another sign that something's wrong with
your venting system or insulation level (or both). Either way: call an expert
immediately
if either one occurs!
3.
Melting
snow and ice dripping off the roof
Melting snow and ice dripping off the roof can cause water
damage. If you see water dripping from your roof, it's best to call a
professional immediately. The longer you wait, the more likely this problem
will get worse and lead to leaks or mold growth inside your house.
The same goes for any cracks in the fascia board around
windows or doors--these can also let in moisture that may lead to rotting wood
frames over time (which is bad news).
Winter is
coming, make sure your roof is safe.
If you live in a climate with severe winters, it's important
to check your roof for any signs of damage or leakage. Winter can be especially
hard on roofs as freezing rain can cause cracks in shingles and even lead them
to fall off completely.
If you notice any leaks or other damage on your roof,
contact the professionals at Final Touch
immediately so that they can repair things before the damage gets too bad.
