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Fixing a leaky roof is probably the most common reason for homeowners to call a New Westminster roofing contractor. Nonetheless, did you know that regular maintenance can help prevent leaks? Roofing is constantly exposed to the elements, so it will get worn out at some point.
Dealing with roof leaks need to be your priority when it comes to home maintenance. Over time, even small roof leaks can lead to large problems. Let Crown Roofing LTD explain the dangers of a leaky roof including attic and ceiling damage, mold growth, wasted energy, and structural damage.
Summer is home maintenance season because the dry, warm weather is the best time to address any issues before the rains and snow begin. As such, your checklist will most likely favor repairs and upgrades over new installations. How and where do you start? [Read more…]
When spring flowers are in bloom and the birds are chirping, it’s time for a semi-annual inspection to see how your BC roof fared over the winter. Crown Roofing LTD offers a thorough multi-point inspection process to fully evaluate the condition of your home’s roof. Our inspector will begin by examining the base structure of your home for any evidence of leakage, followed by the perimeter. Next, he will carefully climb onto your roof and perform a visual inspection, paying special attention to potential trouble spots. Here are some items he’ll be on the lookout for:
• Missing or loose asphalt shingles
• Missing or cracked roof tiles
• Excessively worn shingles
• Damaged or missing roof vents
• Damage from hail, lightning or low-hanging branches
• Loose, cracked or missing flashing
• Stained or rotting fascia or soffit
• Leaking or clogged gutter systems
Once the process is finished, the inspector will complete a written report detailing his findings, along with photographs and a recommendation for repairs, if necessary. A complete roof inspection by a qualified BC roof expert will give you peace of mind knowing the exact condition of your roof and, when necessary, an estimate for roof repair. To schedule a FREE inspection for your roof, please call Crown Roofing LTD at (877) 907-3066. We look forward to serving your needs.
Spring storms are often accompanied by one of the most dreaded forms of precipitation – hail. In addition to battering plants and vehicles, hail can cause serious damage to asphalt roofing in BC. The damage caused by hail can be aesthetic, where there’s some granule loss but the integrity of the shingle is not compromised, or functional, characterized by significant granule loss, cracking or puncturing of the shingle. In the case of functional damage, leakage and a shortened life expectancy of the roof may result.
It’s important to have a roofing professional examine roofing material following a hailstorm because hail damage can be difficult to detect. According to the Canadian Asphalt Shingle Manufacturers Association (CASMA), there are several factors that impact how roofing shingles are affected by hail.
1. Size and density of hailstones. Large, heavy stones will cause more serious damage.
2. Shingle age. Because asphalt within a shingle hardens and becomes more brittle with age, older shingles can’t absorb impact energy as well and are more susceptible to damage.
3. Angle of hail impact. Hail which strikes at a 90° angle is more likely to cause shingle fractures, while hail that strikes the roof at another angle is more likely to result in spots of granule loss.
4. Temperature. Fractures are more likely in colder temperatures as the asphalt will be more brittle than in warmer weather.
5. Roof deck conditions. Solid roof decks on moderately spaced trusses offer better support to the shingle surface in resisting hail damage. Shingles on rotted or flimsy decking can be more easily fractured.
Should your roofing in BC get hit by a hailstorm, call the professionals at Crown Roofing LTD at (877) 907-3066 to schedule a free, no-obligation roof inspection.
