Following a severe storm or hurricane, it's a good idea to see how well your home's shingle roof weathered the storm. Keeping up with roof repairs and replacement can mean a safe and dry home during the next storm.
Unfortunately, this is the time 'storm chasers' or not so reputable roofing contractors to use misleading tactics to take advantage of those with storm damage. Making it all more important to use a local and a trustworthy roofing company to do any repairs on your roof.
The best way to evaluate the state of your roof's shingles after a storm is to go onto the roof and look or hire a roofing professional to evaluate your roof for you. Especially if you don't feel comfortable on a ladder or if your roof has a steep incline, it is highly advisable to have someone do this potentially dangerous activity for you.
If you do decide to go up onto your roof, here are things to look for that are evidence of necessary repair or replacement (repair if the damage is localized and/or minimal, replacement if the damage is widespread and/or severe).
From your roof, systematically look over each shingle and area. Evidence of damage includes:
- torn shingles
- cracked shingles
- loose shingles
- buckled shingles
- curled or blistered shingles
- shingles that are bare of gravel granules
- flashing around vent pipes that is torn or coming off
- gutters that are detaching from the roof
If you are able to get into the attic, it's also a good idea to take a look at your roof from the inside. On a sunny day, examine the roof from the attic, looking for holes and cracks where light seeps in. Pay special attention around chimneys, rafters, and trusses. If you see water stains on any walls or a musty odor, chances are there is a leak there that will need to be further investigated.
It is important to have a roofing company you can trust when high winds damages your roof. Schick roofing is a leader in the industry, we are proud to provide our customers with an honest and accurate assessment of their roof. Unfortunately, roofing materials can deteriorate quickly in the extreme Florida weather, our experienced professionals can guide you through the proper action to help keep your roof functioning at its maximum potential.
At Schick Roofing our goal is to provide affordable and professional roofing service to both residential homes and commercial business throughout the Dr. Phillips and Southwest Orlando area.
Contact Schick Roofing today to request an estimate.
As if realizing your Orlando roof has damage or a leak wasn’t bad enough, now you have the task of finding a roofer and paying for repairs.
How much will it cost? Though there are a lot of factors that go into the cost of replacing or repairing a roof in the Dr. Phillips, Windermere, and the Orlando area. The fact remains, the longer you allow a problem with your roof to persist, the more expensive it will be to repair.
There are five factors that affect the cost of replacing a roof in Central Florida.
Whether you are replacing the entire roof are just part of it, the biggest cost factor is the size.
Often times repairing a section of roof cost the same as replacing the entire roof. Though a small leak will cost less than repairing a large amount of damage from a storm.
Your existing roof also plays a role. Small leaks and lack of routine maintenance, may mean you have a secondary problem such as water damage, rot, mold, or loose shingles, this will have to be taken care of before the new roof is replaced and will add to the cost.
Roofs with very steep slopes can take can take more time to replace, they may need additional equipment and safety measures.
The roofing materials and quality also affect the cost. Light colored shingles and tiles tend to cost a little more, but they can cut your cooling costs in our hot environment. The least expensive material is dark grey asphalt. The cost of materials often correlates with their lifespan. A roof that last 100 years tends cost more than one that needs to be replaced every decade.
The roofing contractor plays a significant role. The cheapest estimate is not always the best way to go, it may mean they are cutting corners and quality. The old saying 'you get what you pay for' certainly applies to roofing contractors. What seems like the most cost effective route now, may prove to be more costly later.
Have the afternoon thunderstorms and high humidity taken a toll on your Central Florida home or business? Leaving dark streaks on your roof or side of the building. Doing more than making your property look dingy, it can damage your roof and reduce its lifespan. Which means you will need a new roof sooner than you anticipated.
There is no escaping, your roof its exposed to the Central Florida elements all day, every day.
The heat and high humidity make the perfect conditions for Algae, Fungus, and Moss to grow. Causing green and dark areas to appear on your roof.
Algae usually grows in the shaded or cooler parts of your roof. Typically transported by wind or animals, they cause black stains on your roof and feed off the asphalt.
Once fungus takes hold on your roof, it can be difficult to remove. Fungus feed on organic oil based shingles, and when the root like tentacles are established, they penetrate deep into the shingles.
“Moss can be detrimental to asphalt shingle performance. Moss can cause the leading edges of the shingles to lift or curl, which increases the risk of shingle blow-off during wind events. In severe cases, moss build-up can cause lateral water movement resulting in moisture damage to the roof deck or may even cause leaks,” Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association.
How can cleaning your roof help?
Algae, fungus, and moss, can cause shingles to deteriorate and wood to rot. Not only does this lead to expensive repairs, it can cause your roof to have a significant shorter life span. These organisms are constantly eating away at your roofing material.
Which cause dark stains that absorb the sun's rays, heating up the attic, which ends up baking the shingles from the inside out. These organisms also hold extra moisture, leaving the wood decking susceptible to rotting.
Protect your investment
Schick Roofing is a preferred Dr. Phillips and Southwest Orlando Roofing Contractor providing the Central Florida area with residential and commercial roofing services. We have the right equipment and fully trained technicians to clean and repair your roof.