As a homeowner, the health and condition of the roof over your head might not be something you typically think about. But if damage occurs, you could be in line to pay thousands of dollars to fix a roof that hasn’t been well maintained.
The Benefits of a Healthy Roof Over Your Head
Roof maintenance is important not only because you want to live in a house that doesn’t leak water into your roof space every time it rains, but also because a good looking home that is in good repair will be more appealing to potential buyers should you ever wish sell. Here are some of the problems that can occur if you neglect the health of your roof:
- Over time, damage occurs to the roof tiles or other materials. Weather conditions take their toll and cracks and holes appear. The flashing, roof tiles or panelling can allow water, wind and dust into your roof space if they are damaged.
- Insect and vermin infestations can also occur and cause damage to the wooden structures, the roofing material and the insulation.
- If water leaks in over a long period of time, it can pool and damage your ceiling. This often causes dark discolouration that you can see from inside the house. The presence of water can also lead to the formation of moulds, which can be toxic to human and animal health if left untreated.
Damage may not only occur to the roofing itself but also to the fascia boards that are often part of roof guttering. Damaged woodwork in this area can rot, become brittle in the heat, and become unstable. This damage can result in leaking gutters and additional build-up of rainwater as the gutters fail to do their job. Clearly, this damage will need to be repaired by companies that specialise in roof repair, fascia board replacement and lead flashing work. There are many available in the UK, and calling around and performing your research will turn up some reliable companies, such as one roofing Montrose.
Fixing Your Roof
It’s important to maintain your roof, even if you think the damage is so minor that it can simply be left for another time. Our roofs endure a lot of extreme conditions and having a healthy roof will ensure that your home is in good repair, that you are happy, and that it will maintain value over time.