Your home’s roofing is its first line of defense, and it’s susceptible to all types of weather. While it’s built to last for years, it is still vulnerable against extreme temperature shifts, particularly during summer. Here’s a closer look at the damage that will occur at this time of year and how you can prevent it. 

How the Warm Season Will Impact Your Roofing

Summer brings with it hotter, longer days. Since the sun shines the most during this season, it will damage your roof due to longer exposure to UV rays and heat. Ultraviolet rays break down roofing material over time—asphalt shingles tend to lose their waterproofing granules, buckle, or split while wood shakes will weaken or crack.

The extent of damage, however, doesn’t end there. Extreme heat from the sun accelerates the degradation caused by UV rays on your roof, weakening its structural integrity and flexibility. Moreover, high temperatures in the summer can also lead to thermal shocks. The rapid change in ambient temperature causes the roof to expand and contract quickly, resulting in warping and cracks or gaps in the structure itself.

Sometimes, the damage might be happening on the underside of your roof. If your attic does not have proper ventilation, heat will build up inside it and cause indoor humidity to rise as well. Excess moisture will wreak havoc on your shingles, decking, and insulation, not to mention trigger mold growth. Condensation problems may also stem from pinhole leaks on your roof, especially when summer showers come pouring.

What You Can Do to Prevent Damage

The key to ensuring that your roof will withstand harsh summers is preventive maintenance. Rather than do it on your own, have a trusted roofing contractor inspect your system at least once a year. Aside from comprehensive checks, they will clean the surface, replace missing or loose parts, and repair issues before these worsen. Not only will this minimize damage from the summer weather, but it will also extend the useful life of your roof.  

Before summer takes its toll on your roof, call on Lar-Son and Sons Inc. for extra protection. Serving the entire community of Oneida County, WI, they have provided a full range of services, including roof replacements and repairs, since 1940. They are a fully licensed and insured roofing contractor known for their dedication. Call (715) 362-2769 to schedule an appointment today.