Roofing Maintenance in Worthington, OH

One of the most damaging actions a homeowner can take is waiting to schedule roof maintenance in Worthington, OH, until there’s a problem. A better approach is to schedule The Roof Detective for routine roofing maintenance. You’ll catch minor roofing wear before it develops into serious, expensive problems. Regular maintenance extends the life of a roof and lowers your total cost of ownership.

Professional Roofing Maintenance Services

How often should you schedule roofing maintenance for your home? The industry recommendation is to schedule a professional inspection at least once a year. An excellent time to schedule is early in the fall, before the harsher winter weather arrives. Your roofer can perform a comprehensive inspection and clear any debris from the roof. If there are any maintenance issues, your roofer can take care of them during that appointment.

Schedule an annual inspection even if you don’t notice any problems. Not all roof wear will be visible from the ground, so you should walk around your home at least once a month and look at the roof. View the roof from across the street as well. You should also do this after any bad storms that could have possibly damaged the roof. If you notice anything unusual, don’t wait until fall and schedule the inspection right away.

Commercial property owners need an even more proactive approach. Schedule an inspection once in the spring and again in the fall. You should also consider scheduling an inspection after having any work performed on the roof. Even something as seemingly innocuous as HVAC maintenance can result in wear that can become a bigger problem later.

Asphalt shingles are the most prevalent roofing material for homes and even businesses. This material is relatively inexpensive initially while striking a great balance with long-term costs. Asphalt shingles are thin and prone to tearing and other damage. You can expect to replace a handful of shingles, at least over the life of an asphalt roof. Homeowners should also watch for shingles that are curling up at the edges, which makes it easier for strong winds to drive the shingle up. Water can then get underneath and compromise the underlayment.

Metal roofing systems are a popular alternative to asphalt shingles, and they need maintenance, too. Cleaning them is particularly important. Leaves and other debris can harbor moisture that leads to corrosion. Your roof must check all exposed fasteners and tighten screws and bolts as needed. It’s important to replace missing fasteners. In some cases, your roofer may need to reseal fasteners. If there’s any rust, your roofer must clean it and apply an inhibitor to prevent it from returning.

Watch for these signs that your home needs roof maintenance.

A sagging roofline

Missing or dislodged shingles

Shingles with missing granules

Rusted or otherwise damaged flashing

Damaged roof ventilation components

Local Roof Maintenance in Worthington

The Roof Detective is a family-owned and -operated roofing contractor. We are local to Worthington and have served this region for over a decade. Our skilled, experienced roofers perform both residential and commercial roofing maintenance. We inspect and maintain all roofing products. That said, we’re proud to be GAF certified and an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor. We’ve earned Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave recognition several times and BBB accreditation with an A+ rating.