Those long summer days have finally begun to break. Fall is an incredibly enchanting season, and it’s the season when we should tighten up our houses as well as our coats. From now until the initial freeze of winter, there are a few things you can do to ready your roof for the inclement weather—one of the most important tasks is to clean gutters in fall to prevent water damage and clogs caused by falling leaves and debris.

CHECK FOR DAMAGES AND DETERIORATION

With a clean roof, look over the surface for missing shingles or those that have cracked curled or frayed edges. You can use binoculars to check from the ground or go up to the roof to take a peek.

Also inspect flashing that’s been damaged around vent stacks, chimneys, and skylights. They are the typical suspects when you’re having a leak. You might not get the results you want by fixing flashing yourself. So call us and we’ll seal everything up right before the rain comes.

CLEAN THE GUTTERS IN FALL

When debris and leaves accumulate in your gutter system, it will eventually lead to a clog in the downspouts. Rainwater will overflow the gutters and damage your siding, trim, and roof. The weight from the wet leaves and water may also pull your gutters loose at the anchor point or collapse them.

To avoid these issues and unexpected repair bills, take care to leave your gutters fairly clear during the fall. And, when the trees in your area shed their leaves, give them a good cleaning. Or, get out in front of the fall season and have gutter screens or gutter guards put on to avoid the accumulation of debris altogether. We endorse the Master Shield gutter protection system.

CLEAR OFF DEBRIS

It is essential to clean off leaves, pine needles, and other items from the top of your roof along with your gutters. Small pieces of debris will retain moisture and may rot or become moldy, breaking down your roofing material.

If you’re confident and experienced in walking on your roof, get up there and broom or blow off the debris. Pay special attention to the valleys, which are most vulnerable to water damage. Make sure they are free and clear of debris so as to allow water to flow.

As a part of our roof inspection and servicing, we also moss treat roofs, which is definitely not a bad idea in our wet climate.

ATTIC INSULATION AND VENTILATION

Without proper air circulation in your attic, you may be facing higher-than-required energy payments and roof leaks showing up during a snowstorm. In the daytime, the sun radiates down onto your roof and warms the air within your attic. Without vents situated at the soffits, ridges, and/or gables of your roof, hot air condenses. Which leads to moisture damage and potential mold or rot within your roof’s supports.

This heat will also contribute to ice dams in higher altitudes, inviting leaks when snow falls on your roof.

Moreover, when that hot air has no place to escape, it will filter into and overheat your living area. Which will necessitate you using your AC more than you need to. This is one of the reasons insulation is so important to an energy-efficient home.

To check your attic insulation and ventilation, you can have an energy auditor or weatherization contractor inspect and adjust for you. And, if you do this by the end of 2022, you might qualify for an energy efficiency tax credit.

Contact Us Today

The next time you’re searching for roofing companies near me, roofing contractors near me or roofing contractors ct, or roof replacement near me look no further then BP Builders. We would be happy to fix the problem. Call us now or fill out the form on this page. BP Builders is a full-service company offering complete roofing, siding and gutter replacement services. For prompt, friendly and professional help, please contact us today!