Maintenance of Your
California Roof
1. Conduct Periodic Maintenance
of the Roof System
Every year, you should clean out all
drain pipes, gutters, valleys and
downspouts. Areas where leaves
accumulate should be areas of
special concern because decomposing
material can rot your shingles over
time.
Buildups cause drainage problems
which lead to mold and leaks. Also,
inspect all visible pieces of metal
flashing as these can become dented
and misshapen over time from falling
acorns and sticks.
As roofs age, particular attention
should be paid to the condition of
curled and cupped shingles. An
occasional "tune-up" by a licensed
and qualified roofing contractor can
extend the life of the roof
significantly.
2. Avoid Installing Products or
Fastening Items Through or to the
Roof
Shingles are attached to the timber
roof frame by large roofing nails
but they are not always strong
enough to hold up satellite dishes
and other electronic receivers. If
you do attach something to the roof,
make sure it's located on as close
to a flat surface as you can manage
as this will prevent pulling on the
shingles.
3. Keep the Roof Well Ventilated
A ridge vent installed in the center
peak of the roof is one way to
accomplish this. Some problems that
can be a direct result of a failure
to do so are mineral loss on the
shingle surface, heat loss, moisture
buildup and mold spore growth.
Do not permit excessive access to
the roof. When access is required
adequate protection should be
provided to the roof surface to
prevent loss of mineral granules.
Also, retain a qualified roofing
professional to perform any addition
or repair involving asphalt shingle
roofs, hand-tabbing newly installed
shingles, if necessary, to achieve
proper seal to the underlying
courses.
Following these simple steps will
keep your roof looking newer longer
and prevent the headache that
improper maintenance brings.
The American Homeowners Association
(AHA) ®
If you are looking for a California
Roofing Contractor, please
call us today for our 17 Point Roof
Inspection at 800-639-7663 or
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