After a storm hits your area, normally your first action would be to inspect your home for any serious damage. It appears like a great idea to get up your roof at the first chance you get, but most roofers would share a few do’s and don’ts you should be aware of before you even exit out of your doors. Your local roofer, Ken Morton Roofing & Siding, shares the do’s and don’ts after a storm hits your area.
The Essentials of Roof Decking
When you think of your roof, your asphalt shingles might come to mind first, then your gutters, eaves, or gables. Your roof is made out of numerous components, all of which work together to protect your home from the elements. Understanding them better inside and out helps you appreciate them more and lets you easily communicate your needs to your roofing contractors if you need them.
In today’s post, Ken Morton Roofing & Siding shares the essential things you need to know about your roof decking.
What You Need to Know About Roof Decking
The roof consists of many parts such as the shingles, the attic, saddles and ridges. When all of these components come together, they protect your home from nature’s harsh elements and keep everyone inside safe and comfortable. Understanding how they work will help you appreciate them more and learn how to maintain them better with the help of your roofing contractor.
How to Tell if Emergency Roof Repairs Are Needed
How can you tell if your roof needs emergency repairs? In general, any roofing issue that exposes your roof’s underlayers to the elements should be repaired immediately. Otherwise, water can infiltrate and damage your roof. Left unattended, moisture damage might eventually spread to the other parts of your home.
In this post, our roofing contractors at Ken Morton & Sons further explain under what circumstances roofing issues would be considered an emergency.
Do You Need to Move Out of Your Home During a Roof Replacement?
Any roof replacement project comes with its fair share of noise and clutter. Not only is it loud and uncomfortable, but certain parts of your home will be exposed to nature’s elements. Most roofers would recommend homeowners to move out temporarily for the whole span of the project. However, is it really required?
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