A roof is one of the hardest-working components of a home’s exterior. It helps keep your house safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient. If you want the system to last, here are a few tips to avoid a premature roof replacement and protect your investment. 

How to Prolong the Life of Your Roofing System

1. Clean the Gutters Twice a Year

Remove leaves, twigs, animal nests, and other debris from your gutters every spring and fall or more often if you live in a heavily wooded area. Gutters direct rainwater and melting snow away from the roof to prevent shingle leaks. Use gutter guards for additional protection against debris.

2. Insulate Your Attic

Get attic insulation services to protect your roof from ice dams in the winter. These dams form when hot attic air melts roof snow which then refreezes along the edges. They weigh on roofing systems and promote leaks and other damage. Insulation prevents these issues by allowing less heat to escape.

3. Eliminate Mold, Algae & Moss

Use a power washer to dislodge algae, moss, mold, and mildew. While algae and moss are mainly cosmetic issues that can affect your home’s resale value, mold and mildew can lead to structural damage in addition to aesthetic issues. If using a power washer isn’t an option, have a professional remove any organic materials. 

4. Keep Nearby Trees Trimmed

Prune trees near your home so their branches don’t extend onto the roof and cause damage by rubbing and scraping against the shingles. Branches can also fall on your roof during storms, and they provide convenient pathways for insects and vermin. Hire an arborist, as they’ll have the proper equipment to do so safely. 

5. Schedule an Annual Inspection

Avoid an untimely roof replacement by getting a yearly inspection from your roofing company. Contractors will check the roof for issues that contribute to premature deterioration, such as loose flashing, mold growth, rotting, clogged gutters, and missing shingles. They’ll also make repairs before problems worsen. 

Maintain your roof with services from Roofing-Pro in Guilford County, NC. Specializing in roof replacements, as well as installations and storm damage repairs, this roofing company offers solutions that last. Call (336) 841-1222 today for a free estimate, or learn more about roof their replacement services online. Get additional roofing tips on Facebook.