Avoid Roofing Problems During the Winter, by Reviewing the Top 5 Winter Roofing Dangers from Reroof America

Reroof America Contractors Reviews the top five winter roofing dangers; and how to avoid making a roofing mistake that causes a roof leak.

Edmond, OK (PRWEB) November 30, 2012

Reroof America Reviews the top five winter roof problems / precautions as:

1.Ice dams Ice dams will happen over warm attic space near the outside wall of the house. If your house is not properly ventilated, and there is no ice and water shield installed, then a roof leak is likely. Most northern states have code requirements for ice and water shield at all the eaves. However, this is still a problem in southern states where there is periodic times with snow accumulation and where ice and water shield is not required by code, so the extra roof protection is usually passed up by the property owner for a cheaper price.

2.. Failure to seal Most roofing manufacturers will recommend that temperatures be at least 40 degrees Fahrenheit in order for asphalt shingles to seal. Roofs installed below that are at risk to blow of and of wind driven rain and ice to get underneath them. There is no shortcut here the only thing that is capable of properly sealing asphalt shingles is the sun and warmer temperatures. Never attempt to artificially seal a roof as it may void the manufacturers warranty.

3.Snow shovels Snow shovels are for the ground not the roof. Sometimes we get requests to remove snow from roofs it is our policy to decline its too dangerous and can cause severe roof damage and more roof leaks.

4.Debris removal During the fall trees shed leaves and small branches fall. With wind storms, larger branches can also get blown on to roofs. Keeping a clear roof service is a matter of proper roof maintenance. Left unattended, debris and foreign objects on the roof can cause leaking or more severe roofing problems.

5.Christmas lights Christmas lights fastened directly in to the roofs surface is one of the most common mistakes home owners can make in reducing the life of their roof and allowing the potential for roof leaks.

Reroof America recommends consulting a professional roofing contractor for any roofing problems, as the problems may not be exactly what you think. Often times do it yourselfers cause more roof problems than they fix but understandably with the right intentions.

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Avoid Roofing Problems During the Winter, by Reviewing the Top 5 Winter Roofing Dangers from Reroof America