As the days turn colder, its a sure sign that winter is approaching. Homeowners need to take this as a warning to get their property ready for the cold season. The exterior of the home should be secure against the harsh winds and chilly temperatures or you will find it difficult to keep your home warm. You also need to perform certain maintenance services in order to be prepared for winter. One of the main areas that need to be checked is the roof. This guide will walk you through spots on the roof that need to be readied for cold weather.
Chimney
A fireplace is a very convenient source of heat for any property. However, before each season you need to completely clean the chimney before using it for the new winter season. Each time you use the chimney, creosote builds up inside of it. This needs to be removed in order to lower the risk of fires and health hazards associated with this build-up. There are special tools that you can use to clean the chimney. If you don't feel comfortable doing it, you can hire a roofing company or chimney cleaning service. Along with cleaning the chimney, you need to inspect it to make sure there are no weak points in it. Crumbling or loose bricks are a sure sign that the chimney should be repaired. Tilting chimneys also should be repaired before they fall over.
Gutters
Gutters are a great way to control the flow of water from the roof to the ground. In the autumn months, dead leaves will fall to the roof and slide into the gutters if precautions are not taken. Installing a gutter guard over the gutters will catch leaves, sticks, and other debris from the roof. It will also keep snow out of it in the wintertime. You should still check the gutters after heavy snowfall and try to remove any snow before the gutters become too heavy, which could damage the gutter system. Heavy gutters can fall or swing from their position and damage the house or surrounding property.
Conclusion
You can hire a roofing company to complete any roofing services for you if you are unable to do so yourself. They will provide free quotes based on the type of services you are requesting. You can also call around to find the quotes that match your budget. They even have emergency services for any urgent issues you might have this year.
Share14 October 2019
When it came time to install a new roof on my home, I had no idea where to start. In fact, I was exploring roofing options that were a really poor fit in my climate. It wasn't until I reached out to a local roofer that I got some lessons on how to choose the right roofing material for my home and the weather exposure it is subjected to. I built this site to share my journey, including the mistakes I made and the things that I learned along the way. If you are considering replacing your home's roof, I hope that the information here can help to guide you through the process.
