FIVE PROBLEMATIC ROOF ISSUES AND HOW TO SOLVE THEM

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FIVE PROBLEMATIC ROOF ISSUES AND HOW TO SOLVE THEM
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• Problems with roofs are commonplace but can prove
  costly to fix, especially if there is irreparable
  structural damage or multiple minor issues that
  have either not been spotted in time or been
  neglected. Here are the 5 of the top roof
  problems and how to solve them
• 1.Leaks
• A leak in any roof can lead to major problems,
  and unless addressed immediately, can go on to
  cost hundreds of dollars to fix. Leaks can occur
  for a multitude of reasons, such as flashing
  details not having been fastened properly when
  installed, moisture barriers not being fitted
  underneath parapet walls on bitumen roofs or poor
  seams on single-ply membrane roofs.

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• Fixing a leaky roof is always a job for the
  professionals, and if the damage is considered
  beyond repair, then they may advise that you have
  a new roof fitted.
• 2.Tenting, billowing and reduced wind uplift
  resistance
• When flashing hasnt been properly installed,
  leaks may not be the only problem that a faulty
  roof may experience. Open seams and laps result
  from poorly attached flashing on bituminous
  roofs, can easily lead to blow-offs, code issues,
  and reduced puncture resistance.
• Getting this fixed is essential if you want to
  keep your roof, and keep your home below,
  protected

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• once again, seeking professional help and
  guidance with this issue is the only way to get
  it properly fixed and prevent the same thing from
  happening again in the future.
• 3.Shoddy workmanship and inadequate installation
• Youre virtually guaranteed to experience
  multiple problems with your roof if it wasnt
  installed professionally, and its life expectancy
  will be dramatically reduced. Believe it or not,
  this is one of the most common causes of roof
  replacements, emphasizing the need to check the
  credentials of whomever you employ to install
  your roof and wherever possible, get feedback
  from previous clients. Doing so could save you a
  lot of money in the long term.

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• 4.Overall neglect and lack of maintenance
• Keeping a close eye on the condition of your roof
  can help you prevent minor issues from becoming
  major ones, and potentially save you a lot of
  money. Neglecting your roof and not bothering to
  get any obvious problems fixed is never a good
  idea.
• If getting up to check on your roof is a problem,
  then contact your local trusted roofing company
  and have them perform an inspection. This is a
  particularly sensible idea in the aftermath of a
  storm, or even before one is due to make landfall
  so that you can fix any problems before the storm
  makes them worse or fix those that were affected
  by the storm.

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• 5.Ponding water
• Dead level roofs need a slope with tapered
  insulation or crickets, or ponding water may
  always be a problem. When UV rays are combined
  with ponding water, this can have a negative
  effect on asphalt-based mod bit roofs. Getting
  the issue repaired means finding out the exact
  source of the ponding water, otherwise, the
  problem will simply recur. It could be something
  as simple as blocked gutters or drains, but a
  once-over from the professionals is highly
  recommended.
• Once the water has been shifted, the roof will
  perform as it should, but ideally, these issues
  should be addressed in the design and
  construction phase.

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• No matter how well your roof has been installed,
  you may still experience some problems with it
  over time, but the quicker you tackle them and
  get them fixed, the less money youll end up
  having to spend.
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