A Healthy Roof is a Happy Roof So Don’t Forget About Roof Cleaning

A Healthy Roof is a Happy Roof So Don't Forget About Roof Cleaning

Unfortunately, many people get new roof shingles and then soon forget that they have to protect their investment.  Most make sure their lawns are cut, their alarm is working and the asphalt on their driveway is nice, but forget to look up at the one thing that people usually notice first; your roof.  Just remember, a simple roof cleaning on a regular basis will keep it looking beautiful and protect your home at the same time.

So if you were to be asked if your roof was healthy, what would you say?  Did you just have a roof cleaning?  If so, then the roof shingles and the rest are probably in really good shape.  But what if you didn’t just have a roof cleaning?  What if you’ve never had one?
Then that question is a big harder to answer.

Roofing contractors when called to do a roof cleaning know exactly what to look for.  They will check your roof shingles, look for broken tiles or shingles and easily see if there is anything that will make your roof weak or allow leaks which can in turn cause water damage.   Of course, depending on where you live in the country, the roof professionals will know what exactly to look for during the roof cleaning.  Just remember to do this once a year to prevent damage to your home and keep your investment looking bright and beautiful.

After the roof cleaning, your roof professional might suggest that you need roof shingles repairs or perhaps an entire new roof replacement.  Obviously, he will explain what the reason is that you need this, but it is wise to heed his advice.  They are trained in checking for present and future problems and most companies will guarantee their work for a specific amount of time following their roof cleaning and replacement.

If you are an eco friendly kind of person and you’ve discovered after a roof cleaning that your roof shingles have to be repaired or even more, then there are options that are not only friendly to the environment, but are very attractive as well.  There is corrugated asphalt, tiles, natural stone and even roof shingles that are made from recycled products available to you.  Just tell your roofing specialist that you’d like an eco friendly alternative and he will show you the choices available.

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16 Responses to “A Healthy Roof is a Happy Roof So Don’t Forget About Roof Cleaning”

  1. By spazzy_mcg on May 12, 2010

    Since you are a Yahoo user, why not try the Yahoo Yellow Pages:

    http://yp.yahoo.com/

    Check out any prospective contractors references and ask for a certificate of insurance proving that they carry liability and workers compensation insurance. Do not give your contractor a large downpayment … no more than 10%, with the balance due upon completion.

    Good luck with your search.

  2. By john d on May 12, 2010

    i would think if you had damage to your roof that would be covered by insurance you would have already contacted your insurance company. the contractor can look at the roof, assess the damage and give an estimate. filing a claim is your responsibiity (if it's your house). in most cases, repairs from general wear and tear are not covered by homeowners insurance. contact your insurance company yourself to find out if the repairs will be covered before committing to anything with a contractor.

  3. By Blogger on May 12, 2010

    I don’t know if you showed it but where you had to pop the old shingles up so you could get to the nails holding the ones you removed. did you reseal them with the caulk because usually if it’s an older roof they won’t reseal that well or at all causing a tab blow off.

  4. By Wordpress on May 12, 2010

    @coldsud17 That’s a great observation, and very important. Yes, in addition to sealing around the pipe collar (to prevent wind driven rain from being forced under the shingles on the slick metal surface of the pipe collar) with Geocel Tripolymer Sealant — I always put a “quarter size” application under old shingles that have been lifted up too.

    Location of the Geocel is about one inch up from the bottom of the tab, right in the center.

    Thanks!
    -Bill T-

  5. By WPBlog Shop on May 12, 2010

    If it looks good and it doesn’t leak, it’s been done correctly. Time/labor is too expensive for me to do them this way, but it works! I have learned to peel the rubber boot off the aluminum, cut the o-ring off the bottom, then slid it down over the original cracked leaking boot. I can redo a whole house in under 5 minutes of being on the roof. That really cuts down on our labor costs/adds to the profit. And it still looks good and it doesn’t leak.

  6. By deedy66 on May 12, 2010

    Contact the "Contractor's State License Board". The board will investigate a complaint such as this. Obviously, the work wasn't done properly or there would be no leak ! The contract should be for a "scope of work". That would make the contractor liable. He cannot deny responsibility if the roofer was paid by him.

  7. By Anonymous on May 12, 2010

    Any ideas how I could fix the pipe collar on an electrical riser without disconnecting the power? The upper portion of the rubber has a BIG hole. I was thinking of cutting a collar at the bottom with tin snips and laying it on top of the old collar. Then maybe laying rubber from another collar under the split and using a tripolymer sealant. A roofer suggested filling the hole with MP-1 sealant. Otherwise we need an electrician.

  8. By cool_yada_yada1 on May 12, 2010

    Go ahead…it started what? leaking again. You could go up into the attic (loft) and look for the dripping while a friend uses a hose on the roof. Because it was roofed doesn't mean it was roofed right.
    Call the contractor back and let him know right away.

  9. By Anonymous on May 12, 2010

    Thanks for the good words, Ponch. Yes, it can be a real hassle trying to find someone that can replace pipe collars on their roof correctly.

    -Bill T-

  10. By Anonymous on May 12, 2010

    I wonder how long it actually takes them to fit a new one ?? Because i cant assume it takes 4 minuits ;D

  11. By Free Blog on May 13, 2010

    Thanks for replying, Johnny.

    I understand the labor cost issues, but I’ve been called to repair pipe collars that have been repaired this way. It seems some roof repair guys don’t pay attention to where the flange integrates with the shingles (especially on the plastic units) and sometimes overlook issues like cracking, cracked shingles, etc.

    Be careful out there; one “callback” would be a lot more expensive and damaging to your reputation than $50 to $100 for labor to replace the whole unit.

  12. By magnetic_azimuth on May 14, 2010

    I think brother deserves a huge hug and a thank you from sis! He was taking care of his sister because most of these guys will not do that! Oh, there might be a couple but I sure as heck haven't found them.

  13. By Danny on May 14, 2010

    The drip edge should match the fascia and soffit. It's available in all of the colors that the F&S come in, so there's no excuse for not using it. White drip edge with brown fascia looks terrible, as you can see. Hope this helps.

  14. By perfecttiming1 on May 14, 2010

    Most typically, it's a sprayed polyurethane foam system. Simple repairs can be made with a sealant, unless you need a section replaced.

  15. By Anonymous on May 14, 2010

    You’ve done this before

  16. By Joe v on May 15, 2010

    There is ALWAYS someone who is willing to do the work and will do a good job. Typically this person does not advertise and works on referral. Continue to ask your neighbors and friends and local supply stores (not Home Depot) and you will come up with someone.

    The insurance you speak of is typical and all licensed guys can provide this.

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