Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Typical Causes of Roof Problems

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A. LACK OF MAINTENANCE - The failure to find and correct minor roof deterioration in the earliest stages is probably the greatest cause of premature roof problems. This is particularly true of roofing materials applied on relatively low-sloped roofs. 
B. WEATHERING - All roofing materials deteriorate from exposure to the weather at rates determined largely by the kind of material and the conditions of exposure. In general, inorganic roofing materials tend to deteriorate less rapidly from exposure than organic roofing materials. All types of roofing materials may be damaged by hail. Exposure to air pollutants and industrial or salt-laden atmospheres may accelerate the deterioration process of some roofing materials. 
C. LACK OF VENTILATION - Heat in unventilated attics may cause temperatures to exceed 150 degrees causing damage to shingles, roof sheeting and possibly to the living area. Moisture being the #1 enemy, cause rot, mildew, mold, paint blisters, and renders insulation to be ineffective.