Trees provide shade, help filter the air, and grow beautiful, shade-giving foliage. But as wonderful as trees can be, they can also present complications for homeowners. Here are some of the ways trees can damage a roof and why you should consult a tree service for help.

How Trees Damage Roofs

1. They Provide Easy Access for Pests

Many homeowners don’t realize that pests and nuisance animals such as mice and squirrels can scurry up tree limbs and drop onto roofs. Once on the roof, pests can make nests in the gutter, damage shingles, and find ways into the interior of your home.

An arborist can trim or remove trees close to your home to avoid these problems.

2. Branches Can Damage Shingles

Asphalt shingles are the most purchased roofing material in America,  and while they can last up to 25 years or more, they’re also vulnerable to damage from the elements. Tree branches that frequently brush against shingles can loosen their granules. Without them, moisture, mold, and decay can penetrate the shingles.

3. Leaves, Needles, & Debris Can Accumulate in Gutters

Gutters direct rainwater away from the roof and foundation of your home, protecting it from water damage.

When trees are allowed to grow wild, they can shed pine needles and leaves, which can be carried by the wind or fall onto your roof. Rain then pushes the debris into the gutters, clogging them. Unable to drain properly, the gutters become weighed down and break away from your roof. Puddles of water also form on the roof. 

 

Homeowners in the Anchorage, AK, area will find expert help to protect their roofs from the arborists at Carlos Tree Service. For 27 years, this fully licensed and bonded tree service has offered tree removal, trimming, pruning, stump grinding, and stump removal overseen by certified arborists. Call (907) 522-6049 to request a free estimate, or visit them online for more information about their services.