Summer Commercial Roofing Maintenance Tips for Heat

Your roof during the upcoming summer heat,  faces its own set of issues. No more harsh heavy snow, but you have to watch out for the heat. The high temperatures and extreme sun can cause damage to any type of roof.

Here are a few tips on how to prepare your roof for the upcoming summer temperatures.

1.) Visual inspection of roof

In order to keep your roof healthy and to prevent bigger damages from occurring, you should get a visual inspection of your roof before summer begins. A visual inspection can prepare you for your building's upcoming maintenance needs. If you discover any issues, it is best to fix all the roof issues immediately. For a roof inspection quote, you can contact LaFerney at 800-633-3119.

3.) Inspect Gutters

Another important tip on how to prepare your roof for the upcoming summer heat, is to inspect your gutters. The inspection and cleaning of gutters before the summer clears out the unwanted elements like bird nests. One must ensure no water is accumulated, and the water must flow off with ease. Collected water can put pressure on the gutter, causing it to sag. checking tightness, proper angle of downspouts is necessary before summer sets in. Also, one must ensure to remove nests, twigs, leaves, etc., at the start of summer to keep gutters clog-free. Please contact us for a gutter cleaning estimate.

4.) Inspect the Penetrations and Openings In and Around Roofing

The last tip on how to prepare your roofing system for the summer, is to inspect the penetrations and openings in and around roofing.  The metal strips (flashing) around the areas of the vents, satellite dishes, skylights, or any other roof feature which protrudes, all deteriorate over time and must be tended to in a timely manner to avoid damage.