As businesses prepare for the onset of active hurricane season, many property owners are wondering what roof maintenance services are best to protect their residential and commercial roofing from potential damage. Tory’s Roofing and Waterproofing of Pearl City, Hawaii, reiterates that preparation is the key to surviving a storm without costly damage to your home or business.

3 Roof Maintenance Tips for Protecting Your Roof From Hurricanes  

Improve Your Roof’s Durability

Particularly important if you a have a flat roof, working with a roofing contractor to find the best product for improving durability can mean the difference between a destroyed property and minimal damage after a storm. Today’s contractors generally recommend one of two roof protection products. Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) uses overlapping seams and heat welding to create a nearly tear-proof exterior. Poly Vinyl Chloride is similar to the TPO option but includes a grease trap for businesses requiring roof protection that won’t be worn down by grease collection. 

Ensure the Surrounding Area Isn’t Putting You In Danger 

Look at the landscape surrounding your roof—anything that can fly away and hurl itself at your roof is a potential threat. As hurricane season approaches, cleaning up the immediately surrounding area is the easiest way to protect your roof. Cut back trees, so the branches aren’t dangerously close. You should also secure yard items, and move anything unnecessary into the basement of your home. 

Consider A Roof Tie Down 

Often referred to as “Hurricane Straps,” these roof tie downs are designed to keep the roof stable in high winds and severe storms. While not every roof requires a tie down, they are incredibly effective in helping to ensure your home or business doesn’t lose all or a portion of its roof. A roofing contractor can assess your roof and determine whether a roof tie is needed. 

Oahu residents know how tumultuous the weather conditions become. The most surefire way to make it through Hurricane Season without suffering severe damage is by contacting the roof maintenance professionals. Call Tory’s Roofing and Waterproofing at (808) 456-5990, or visit the website to learn more information. For updates on social media, follow them on Twitter.