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Your roof is constantly exposed to the elements. While most people expect the membrane to take a beating during treacherous weather, bright, sunny days can also lead to wear and tear. For a better idea of what future roof repairs you might need, below are three ways Mother Nature affects roofing materials. 

What Puts Your Roof at Risk?

1. Wind

The force of high-speed winds can dislodge fasteners holding roof shingles and metal panels on the roof. Look for nails and bolts scattered in the yard or along the house foundation after a storm.

Windy weather can also break apart asphalt shingles, causing granules to fall on the ground, too. If a storm is on the forecast, have a roof repair specialist inspect the membrane. So the system won’t buckle in blustery weather, they will tighten loose fasteners and replace corroded components.

2. Hail

Durango-Colorado-roof-repairDuring hailstorms, the falling lumps of ice can land on the roof. As the hailstones fall at varying speeds, with pea-size fragments dropping at 20 mph, some of them can easily puncture or crack the membrane on contact.

This leaves entryways for water to seep down to the substrate. Roof repair specialists often have to replace broken shingles caused by hail.

3. Sunlight

If the roof is already suffering from wear and tear, sunlight beating down on it will only exacerbate the issue. Heat from sunlight dries out oils in shingles, making corroded or old materials even more brittle. In addition to fixing damaged areas, a roofer can apply a special coating with reflective capabilities to prevent sun damage.

 

For roof repairs and maintenance, contact the licensed roofing contractors at AMCAT Roofing in Durango, CO. They will provide solutions to ensure the system can withstand anything Mother Nature tosses its way. To schedule an appointment in the La Plata County area and hear about their 100% satisfaction guarantee, call (970) 799-6759. See a list of materials the team installs online and photos of their work on Facebook

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