As the most expensive component of your property, your roof deserves regular inspections following each season of the year and after major weather events. These inspections will help prolong the life of your roof.
Before your roof experiences a wintery storm, have it inspected by NexGen Tradies, for peace of mind. A professional can detect possible further damage from rain, hail, high winds and flying debris, such as tree branches. This damage may be covered by your insurance.
Water damage from rain can sneak through weakened sections of your roofing eventually showing up as water spots on ceilings or walls. This indicates your guttering and roofing system, including flashings, are probably not working properly.
Repair Hail Damage
Any time you have concerns about hail damage, have your roof inspected.
According to Master Roofing Australia, hail damage to a steel roof will show itself clearly as dents, where water collects. This can cause corrosion and compromise the life of a metal roof.
In contrast, hail damage to a tiled roof is not as easily detected. The impact of hail on roof tiles causes cracking and breakage. Because this may be small fragments, often at the corners of the tiles, the problem may not be found until years later when tiles become loose and leaks occur.
Experienced Roofer
NexGen Tradies are experienced tradesmen, able to detect issues early on, caused by high winds hurling objects such as branches. Winds can loosen roof material, lifting it and allowing water to seep in under it.
Following a storm packing high wind speeds, you may see water stains or even blackish stains on your ceiling. Sure signs you have a leaking roof. Give NexGen Tradies a call to arrange an inspection. Early prevention saves bigger costs down the track.
Lightning Rod
Lightning is a feature of life in WA and can strike anywhere. For this reason it’s a good idea to have a lightning rod on your roof.
Additionally, heat and ultraviolet rays from the sun cause roofing materials to age faster.
Trees touching the roof of your property are dangerous. If left unaddressed, leaves accumulate on your roof, clog your gutters and retain moisture. The result is lack of drainage and water seeping into your roof materials, causing rot.
Fix Damaged Flashing
It’s essential to have tight fitting, strong flashing around your chimney, or vents and wall roof junctions. This will avoid water going where it shouldn’t. An inspection of your roof by a professional, experienced roofer will find out if any flashing is damaged and needs attention.
For more than 15 years, homeowners, landlords and commercial property owners have been relying on NexGen Tradies and Handymen. The company’s team of qualified, experienced tradespeople and handymen cover all aspects of the home maintenance, not only roofing maintenance and repairs. NexGen are police cleared and carry Work Cover as well as public liability insurance.
Early Action Saves Money
Have a NexGen Tradies’ team member inspect your roof. An experienced eye will find minor problems before they become worse. Repairing these early can save a lot of money.
NexGen Tradies operates from Joondalup to Mandurah. Quotes are fixed, all parts are charged at cost and the company offers a guarantee.
Contact NexGen Tradies and Handymen and find out how you can save money.
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