November marks the last month of the fall season. As cold winds start to blow in Seattle, they may carry with them one of your roof’s leading enemies—snow.
While not as thick as in other places in the US, snowfall in Seattle still poses a risk to residential and commercial roofs. This is due to them being pre-exposed to rainfall for most parts of the year. With poor maintenance, metal roofs, asphalt shingles, and cedar shakes are bound to get damaged over the winter.
This blog will explore why you should book roof maintenance before winter and present some ways to prepare your roof for the cold season.
Why Call Your Local Roofer Before Winter Sets In?
Seattle is rarely buried in a thick blanket of snow. However, it is not recommended to skip roof inspection and maintenance services before the winter season begins. Here are some of the reasons:- Formation of ice dams: Ice dams are detrimental to most roofing materials. The longer they stay on your roof, the more your roofing materials are exposed to moisture, which can lead to water seepage.
- Identifying problems while climbing is still safe: Roofs can get slippery during winter so it is best to get your roof checked for damaged flashing, clogged gutters, and cracks or missing shingles before winter starts.
- Saving on electricity: Poor insulation can make your home uncomfortable during winter. This is often fixed by running more heaters, but that will take a toll on your electricity bills.
- It’s much cheaper: Booking a regular roofing inspection or repair is far cheaper than calling your roofer for emergency service, especially during winter months when there’s a higher risk. Higher risk means higher fees.
