9 EASY STEPS TO INSPECT A ROOF

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9 EASY STEPS TO INSPECT A ROOF
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Inspecting a roof may be a time-taking and hectic
task. You may not even remember when your roof
was last inspected. You might be so busy that you
have avoided the maintenance of your roof and
dont find it necessary to inspect it every time
or may have forgotten to detect the problems in
the roofing structure. Due to the changing
weather in Melbourne, It becomes necessary for
the property owner to inspect it at least twice
in a year. When you feel a leakage or any hole,
you can inspect it thoroughly or ask the experts
to visit your home and let you know the
maintenance work your roof requires.
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How to inspect a roof
Before calling a professional, by following these
simple steps, you yourself can inspect your roof
and notice the problematic areas in the roofing
structure. It is quick, simple and cost saving as
well.

• Step 1.You can walk around the exterior area of
  your home and check from the ground any signs of
  sagging, aging or damage. With a closer
  inspection, you can take a note of areas that
  need to be repaired. By doing this, you can
  identify the areas that need attention.
• Step 2. You can identify the areas having algae
  and moss as it can cause water damage and
  leakages that can increase your maintenance
  charges.
• Step 3. Due to poor ventilation and moisture in
  roof decking, Curled and buckled shingles can
  cause a great damage to the roof.

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• Step 4. Also look for the aged, missing and
  damaged shingles which can be a major cause of
  roof damage. In case of any missing shingle, you
  may witness weather damage.
• Step 5. You may notice a lot of dirt and sediment
  on your roof. Also, the gutter may be full of
  leaves or clogged. This is also a sign of larger
  issues in future.
• Step 6. Take a ladder and check for counter
  flashing. If the waterproof metal strip is
  damaged or cracked, this is the right time to get
  it repaired.
• Step 7. Also, check for the broken tiles or
  valley. If they are missing and completely
  damaged, get them repaired immediately before the
  roof becomes weak.

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• Step 8. While inspecting, you may find a faded
  and dull roof, which will definitely not go well
  with your house looks. Hire roof restoration
  experts in that case.
• Step 9. You can either use a binocular to check
  the unseen holes, cracks and leakages.

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What should be the next step in completing the
inspection?
If you have completed the inspection, its time to
do reality check. If you have found multiple
leakages, cracked tiles and problem area, the
best idea is to call an expert or any roofing
specialist to share your concern with him and ask
about the procedure of roof maintenance. They can
either suggest you roof restoration or repair
after inspecting it completely. It would be a
nice decision to fix the minor problems before
they become disastrous. For a stress-free roofing
maintenance, Contact Melbourne Quality Roofing.

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