Even the most hardwearing roofs may be vulnerable to damage during inclement weather events. Fortunately, there are several ways you can ensure your roofing materials remain intact during strong wind, rain, hail, and snowy conditions. Here are a handful of tips on how to protect your roof from storm damage.

4 Ways to Protect Your Roof From Storm Damage

1. Clear Your Gutters

Over time, your gutters will become clogged with dirt and leafy debris, which prevent water from draining off of your roof. As a result, pooling moisture may infiltrate cracks or punctures in your roof, causing leaks that damage your home interior. Clear out your gutters a couple of times per year to prevent leaks and flooding. 

2. Repair Shingles 

Cracked, warped, and dry rotted shingles are more likely to dislodge and blow away during strong storms, which makes the flashing, waterproof membrane, and wooden structure of your roof more vulnerable to damage. Take a look at your roof from time to time, and schedule repairs when you notice missing or damaged shingles. 

3. Trim Your Trees

Overhanging tree branches and limbs are a major cause of roof punctures, which damage your property and expose your home interior to the elements. Hire a lawn maintenance company to trim and prune your trees when they start to become overgrown. 

4. Keep Track of Life Span

The average asphalt roof lasts approximately 15–20 years. Once your roof nears the end of its life span, the materials weaken and become more likely to collapse or puncture, especially during storms. Replace your roof once it reaches the end of its life expectancy to ensure it continues to protect your home. 

Keep your home safe and dry with roofing solutions from Comia Home Builders. Since 2001, these contractors have provided new roofs, custom homes, remodeling, and storm damage restoration to clients throughout O’Fallon, MO. Call (314) 575-0521 to get started on a home design, and visit them online to view a gallery of their work.