Tips for Proper Metal Roof Maintenance

Metal roofs can last for a long time and are extremely durable. In order to maximize that durability and longevity, however, they need to be well-maintained. Regular maintenance can prevent damage from becoming costly, extend the lifespan of the roof, and also make sure that the roof stays looking nice.

The following tips can help you to properly maintain your metal roof.

Hire a Professional Roofer

While homeowners can inspect and clean their own roofs, it’s a good idea to hire a professional roofer to periodically inspect your roof. A roofing contractor is an expert in roofing and therefore may notice signs of wear and tear or damage that the homeowner might miss. They can also offer an estimate on how much it might cost to perform any needed repairs.

Remove Debris From Valleys

The valleys on your roof are places where debris can accumulate. Roofs on residential homes are typically angled and the valleys are the areas where the slopes come together. Anything that lands on the roof may slide down into the valleys and then stay there. It’s important to clear this debris from the valleys on your roof to prevent that debris from causing corrosion or other damage to your metal roof.

Check for Damaged or Loose Parts

If there’s a damaged or loose part on your metal roof, then bad weather or strong winds can end up damaging your roof. It’s important to repair damage as quickly as possible so that it doesn’t become worse and also more expensive to repair. Checking regularly for damaged parts will allow you to repair damage to your metal roof before it becomes a major problem.

Make Repairs Right Away

The longer roof damage goes unrepaired, the worse the damage can get. If there’s a problem with your roof, then it’s essential to have it repaired as quickly as possible. This is also because postponing repairs can end up costing a homeowner a lot of money. Roof damage can result in leaks that cause expensive water damage inside the house. Plus, weather can worsen wear and tear and other roof damage, making the repair more expensive even if no water gets inside the house.

Keep Your Gutters Clean

Your gutters play an essential role in keeping your home protected from debris and weather. If you don’t clear them out and they get clogged, the water that should be flowing through them can instead back up and cause damage to home’s foundations, the exterior of the house, and the roof. By keeping your gutters clean, you can help to prevent this possible damage. Gutters should be cleaned at least twice a year and after storms.

Trim Your Trees

If you have trees that could potentially drop leaves or branches onto your metal roof, it’s important to keep them trimmed back. Metal roofs are durable, but they can experience damage and wear and tear if there’s debris falling on them. It’s better to prevent damage from ever occurring and you can do this by trimming back any branches that are growing over your roof.

Clean Your Roof

Part of maintaining a metal roof involves regularly cleaning it. If leaves and dirt and other debris start to build up on your roof, it can start to cause mold and mildew to grow, or cause the metal on the roof to start to rust or otherwise rot. Keeping your roof clear of such debris can help to preserve the integrity of your roof as well as make sure it can last for as long as possible.

For informational purposes only.