HOW TO MINIMIZE HURRICANE DAMAGE TO YOUR ROOF

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HOW TO MINIMIZE HURRICANE DAMAGE TO YOUR ROOF
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• Beginning in June and lasting right through the
  end of November is hurricane season in Florida.
  However, the season peaks in August and early
  October, due to high surface temperatures in the
  Atlantic. If youre a homeowner in South Florida,
  youll know just how important it is to try and
  minimize damage to your home during hurricane
  season, and the roof is often the most
  vulnerable.
• Whats the most common damage during a hurricane?
• Water leaks are commonly experienced by
  homeowners after a hurricane, and these are
  typically caused by broken tiles, shingles or any
  other part of the roof. A leak is always a risk
  to your entire home and should be fixed as soon
  as possible to prevent any further damage to
  property, or even life.

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• Hail, ice, wind, snow, tree roots and tree limbs,
  and flying debris can also cause serious damage
  to a roof during a big storm or hurricane.
• What can you do to protect your roof and minimize
  damage?
• While there are a couple of simple DIY methods of
  protecting your roof before a hurricane or storm
  hits, others will require expert intervention
• Hurricane shutters and storm doors
• Having these installed is essential if you live
  in a part of the country or region that
  experiences frequent storms and where the risk of
  hurricanes is imminent.

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• Gutter guards and a good roof sealant
• These are a fantastic investment if you
  frequently experience high levels of rainfall,
  and the latter can prevent the water from seeping
  (or gushing!) into your home by creating an
  airtight barrier.
• Protective plywood or other material
• If you have an asphalt shingle roof, you can use
  plywood as a protective sheet over your roof to
  help protect the shingles from cracking and
  splitting in a storm. While this method is often
  effective, plywood can be costly and it must be
  completely waterproof. You could also use a roof
  sheet to cover your shingles or tiles, but they
  should always be installed by a professional to
  ensure theyre properly sealed.

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• Cut down trees
• Trees and/or branches that are close to your home
  could present a significant threat in the event
  of a big storm or hurricane cutting them down or
  trimming them can minimize the risk of damage to
  your home.
• Removing debris and large items
• Anything outside your home that isnt nailed
  down, is going to be a potential risk during high
  winds, and should be removed for your safety, and
  your propertys.

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• Get your roof inspected and repaired
• When a big storm or hurricane is forecast, it
  really does pay to have your roof inspected to
  make sure it can hold up to high winds and heavy
  rains. By doing so, you can save you a lot of
  money in repairs after the event.
• Hurricanes are terrifying events that can cost
  Florida residents much more than their homes, and
  their seriousness should never be underestimated.
  Do everything you can to secure your home during
  hurricane season, by getting your roof regularly
  inspected and repaired to minimize damage and
  potential loss to property and lives.

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• If you are looking for roofing in Miami, look no
  further than Atlas Roofing. Since 2016, we have
  been the premier roof installation and repair
  experts in the Miami, Broward and West Palm Beach
  area. We take pride in the comprehensive range of
  commercial and residential roofing services we
  offer. Whether you need something as significant
  as a brand new roof or metal roofing in Miami for
  your home or business, or as minor as a gutter
  installation on your home, weve got you covered.
  Call us at [phone].