5 tips to take care of your home’s roof

The outdoor areas of your home are constantly being tested for durability and quality. One of the most important is, without a doubt, the roof. Therefore, we at Platino Restoration 305 will give you a series of tips on how to take care of your home’s roof.

Do you want to increase the durability of your roof? With these simple tips, the roof of your Florida home will be less exposed and will protect you for much longer.

How to care for the roof of your building

Check for leaks when it rains and locate them to fix them.

It is essential that you inspect your Miami roof regularly to make sure that there is no damage or leaks. The quickest way to detect a leak is to look for it when it rains. Locate the leak by inspecting if the water is falling directly to the ground or if it is leaking into a wall.

Constantly inspects the tiles

One of the things to prioritize when maintaining the roof of your Florida home is that shingles are quickly damaged by being outdoors. Sun, rain, and strong winds tend to weaken shingles, no matter what material they are made of.

That is why the specialists at Platinum Restoration 305 suggest preventive maintenance of the shingles and tiles:

• Sweep the shingles and make sure they are free of debris, damage, and dirt that will affect their performance. If there is any damage, repair the shingles immediately. 
• Wash the roof twice a year to check for debris, tree limbs, mold, mildew, or leaks that may be affecting your home’s roof. 
• Apply a shingle sealant at least once a year.

Treat annually for moss, lichen and algae

Mosses, lichens, and algae are of great concern, especially if your property is near the ocean. These types of organisms tend to increase the humidity in homes and eventually cause structural damage as well as damage to your belongings.

Be aware: if shingles have high concentrations of mold and moss, it is best to replace them with new shingles.

Weekly, remove leaves and debris from the roof

This maintenance requires weekly inspections if you don’t want to deal with mold and moss growth. If your Miami property is shaded by trees, you will most likely need to clean the roof weekly to avoid clogged gutters and drains.

Cut branches close to the roof

Cutting the branches of the trees closest to your roof is essential because the friction and their weight on the roof when they fall can cause serious damage to your roof.

If you suspect your roof has been damaged, contact us! We are Miami roof damage restoration specialists, and we will help you get your roof looking like new.