Snow and ice can cause significant damage to your home—from small leaks to, in extreme cases, structural collapse. To protect your house throughout the winter, you must maintain your roofing in autumn. Here are a few necessary steps to take when preparing your roof for the colder weather. 

3 Tips for Maintaining Your Roof This Fall

1. Check the Insulation & Ventilation 

A poorly insulated attic can’t properly heat your home during the winter, so hire a roofing contractor to inspect the insulation. The contractor should also check your ventilation. A poorly ventilated roof melts snow and allows it to flow down to the gutters and refreeze, creating ice dams. 

2. Clean the Gutters 

Clogged gutters can’t drain snowmelt from the roof, increasing the risk of leaks. During the fall, remove leaves and debris from the gutters and downspouts to ensure the system can work properly. Also, remove debris from the roof’s surface so it doesn’t get caught in the gutters or cause other issues, like rot. 

3. Inspect Shingles

Even the smallest roofing issue can increase your risk of damage. As such, have the roof carefully inspected for missing or broken shingles as well as any other problems. Repairing your roof in the fall can prevent dangerous and costly issues in the winter.

Keep your home and family safe all year long by contacting Maendele Construction LLC. Serving Hastings and Grand Island, NE, for over a decade, the insured team provides high-quality roof repairs to get your home ready for even the harshest winter. Along with roofing, they also specialize in siding and decks for homes and businesses. No matter what service you require, you’ll enjoy a 3-year workmanship warranty. Learn more about their services at their website, and call (402) 984-3906 to schedule a free estimate today.