HAVE SUMMER STORMS TAKEN THEIR TOLL ON YOUR ROOF?

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HAVE SUMMER STORMS TAKEN THEIR TOLL ON YOUR ROOF?
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• Living in South Florida, we dont have to worry
  about scraping snow off our driveways or roofs.
  However, the summer season isnt without its
  trials and tribulations, and summer storms are
  the bane of many a homeowners life.
• Posing a threat to homes and businesses all over
  the U.S. summer storms can cause severe damage to
  roofs, windows, gutters and siding, and its
  important that you get any issues fixed before
  the winter season kicks in. If youve noticed
  that your roof has shingles missing, is leaking
  or has been damaged in any way, you need to
  consult with a local roofing contractor, right
  away.
• Below are some of the common problems your roof
  might be suffering from as a result of storm
  season

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• Branches and debris
• Summer storms often bring high winds with them,
  and when those winds arent busy ripping branches
  from trees, theyre picking up other items that
  havent been properly secured, and flinging them
  around, more often than not, in the direction of
  peoples homes and roofs.
• One way of preventing this kind of damage to your
  roof is to ensure that everything surrounding
  your home and, in your yard, or garden, is
  properly secured, and that if there are trees
  close to your home, that you regularly assess the
  proximity of their branches to your roof. Keeping
  them well trimmed can help minimize damage during
  a storm, especially if they overhang your roof.

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• Hail
• A severe hail storm can cause significant damage
  to a roof, and in some cases, homeowners are
  forced to replace their roofs due to irreparable
  damage. While theres of course, nothing that can
  be done to stop Mother Nature and the power of
  such storms, having your roof checked over by a
  professional in the immediate aftermath of a hail
  storm can help you get damage repaired before a
  full roof replacement is needed.

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• Floods
• Heavy and persistent rain is a common feature of
  summer storms, and if your gutter system hasnt
  been properly installed, checked regularly and
  cleared from debris such as leaves, you could end
  up suffering from siding and window damage, not
  to mention damage to the entire structure of your
  home if water pools around its base.
• Naturally, heavy rain can be a significant
  problem if your roof is missing shingles or has
  been damaged in any way, and you could find
  yourself desperately trying to handle a major
  leak while you wait for your roofing contractor
  to arrive.

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• Strong winds
• Gusts of wind and persistent, heavy winds can
  easily cause siding to become loose and shingles
  or flashing to separate from the structure of the
  roof. If you know that a severe storm with high
  winds is heading your way, have your roof checked
  over by a professional contractor to ensure that
  its able to withstand the onslaught, and once
  the storm has moved away, check it immediately
  for signs of damage.

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• It can be all too easy to become complacent
  during the summer months, and be so busy enjoying
  the warmer climate that we forget to keep a close
  eye on our roofs. However, prevention is always
  better than the cure. To avoid damage during
  storms, make sure your roof is in good working
  order. If you should happen to suffer roof damage
  during a particularly severe storm, contact the
  professionals at Atlas Roofing.

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• If you are looking for a Miami roofing company,
  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 in miami we offer. Whether you
  need something as significant as a brand new roof
  or any services related to roofing in Miami for
  your home or business, weve got you covered.
  Call us at [phone].