Protecting your roof with Raleigh’s unique weather patterns goes beyond normal summer rains. In this part of the country, pop-up thunderstorms and Atlantic tropical storm systems are common.
Dealing with these unusual weather patterns requires staying ahead of storm season by following a few smart tips to protect your roof’s lifespan.
Where to start?
Regular roof inspections
A pre-season roof inspection is the best way to prepare for summer storms, high winds, and hurricanes before they reach their peak.
Southern National Roofing makes this easy by offering free inspections. A team member will thoroughly inspect your roof and attic for potential issues before storm season begins.
In many cases, an inspector can be out within the same day or the following day to conduct your inspection and provide a report of their findings.
A complete inspection checks for the following:
- Shingle condition to see if any are missing, cracked, or brittle, and if they are losing their granules.
- Damaged joints or flashing
- Leaks in your attic or home
- Holes or other surface damage
- Missing fasteners
- General wear and tear
- Algae or moss growth
- Sagging, ridge vent damage, or deformed edges
A comprehensive attic inspection will also be conducted to assess for water damage, leaks, fungal growth, and insufficient ventilation.
In the Raleigh area, common problems include lifted shingles, flashing failure, and water intrusion, but a thorough inspection can detect these issues before significant damage happens.
After your inspection
Once your inspector has completed their examination, they will provide you with a detailed report of their findings.
Should roof repairs be needed, they can discuss the scope of the work and next steps to safeguard your roof before severe weather strikes.
Getting your roof and gutters ready before storm season arrives can help prevent emergency repairs after a major storm by ensuring your roof is in the best possible condition ahead of time.
Regular roof maintenance schedule
Checking your roof and gutters in the spring and fall, and after a severe storm, is a good rule of thumb to keep everything in good working order.
Spring
Before storm season arrives, start with a visual inspection of your roof from the ground. Are there any branches that need trimming? Or dead trees that could damage your roof? Address these issues immediately.
Schedule a roof inspection to evaluate your roof and attic for potential problems like missing shingles, leaks, flashing issues, or deteriorating sealants.
Conduct a thorough inspection of your attic for signs of dampness, algae growth, or ventilation problems that need attention.
Finally, inspect all gutters and downspouts for missing fasteners, clogs, detachment from your home, and drainage problems to ensure everything is functioning properly.
Fall
Hurricane season peaks at the end of summer and early fall, so it’s a good time to inspect your roof and gutters to make sure they are in proper condition to handle any damaging winds and rain that might come during the season.
Major storms
After severe weather, always inspect your roof, attic, and home for potential storm damage, and address repairs immediately.
Get ready for Raleigh’s storm season with these tips to protect your roof before wind, rain, and hurricanes arrive.
Southern National Roofing is here to help you protect your most important investment with service you can count on.
We are the premier roofing contractor in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, offering quality materials, workmanship, and exceptional customer service.
Our goal is to make the process easy, transparent, and stress-free for all your roofing needs. Schedule a free inspection today!
