Cincinnati Roofing Experts Agree: You Could Possibly Have Winter Roof Damage and Not Even Be Aware Of ItRoofing ContractorsUpdated on Mar 1, 2011 View more like this | Visit CINCINNATI, OH | Contact American Business Services |
Many Cincinnati homeowners experience severe roofing damage due to winter winds, rain, snow, freezing rain, hail and ice, and may not even know that it has happened. With most homeowners insurance covering a large part of weather-related repair costs, including replacing the whole roof if necessary, you should consider calling an expert Cincinnati roofing contractor to routinely inspect your roof for possible damage.
Has Your Roof Experienced Damage This Winter?
Tip: You May Not Even Be Able to See It Yourself!
Tip: You May Not Even Be Able to See It Yourself!
Bitterly cold winter winds; constant, driving rain; excessive snowfall; sub-zero temperatures; freezing rain and intense ice buildup. These harsh winter conditions can cause major, expensive roofing problems for homeowners if not spotted early and professionally repaired.
According to Steve Wells, partner at Overhead Roofing, a veteran Cincinnati roofing company serving the Southwest Ohio region since 1994, homeowners are often absolutely unaware that their roof has experienced any damage at all.
"Regrettably, homeowners generally don't see this type of damage, because you typically don't notice it from ground level looking up at your roof, or even by looking out a upper level window or standing on a ladder. But just because you don't see any bent, broken or missing shingles, or a portion of your gutter that is loose or sagging, certainly doesn't guarantee that your roof has escaped the problems that can be caused by winter weather," Wells explained. "As a rule, roofing damage is not clear unless a knowledgeable, trained roofing professional gets up on your roof and looks for trouble spots."
Wells continued, "Sometimes high winds can cause shingles to become permanently damaged and not able to protect against water seepage. The wind actually bends the shingles back until their adhesive seal breaks, which stops the shingle from ever sealing correctly again."
Whether the sealing strips stay intact is crucial to the effectiveness and life expectancy of your roof. If the seal is compromised for any reason, you will possibly start noticing leaks within a couple of years. That's why it's essential to have an knowledgeable roofer inspect your roof as soon as you suspect damage may have been caused.
One reason homeowners decide to put off calling a roofer (or not calling at all) is because the shingles fall right back in place following a storm - and the roof looks like it always did. But the hidden truth is that the roof will no longer work correctly after the seals have been compromised, and may even need to be entirely replaced.
Most Cincinnati roofers know this - but for the most part homeowners do not.
A different winter roofing hazard is the formation of ice dams. Extremely cold temperatures can cause a buildup of ice in the gutters, forming a blockage, or dam. When thawing snow and ice trickle down the roof towards the gutters, it collects in a pool. This water cannot drain into the gutters and downspouts as it routinely would because of the ice dam. Since it has nowhere else to drain, it frequently backs up underneath the layers of shingles, causing serious damage to the wood underlayment underneath.
These kinds of conditions can lead to water leaks, resulting in humidity in your attic and expensive, unsightly water damage to your interior walls and ceilings. Another setback that goes right along with excessive dampness is the formation of mildew, mold and rust.
The good news is that most homeowners' insurance policies will cover weather-related roofing damage to some degree, and in some instances, the insurance company may pay for the whole claim. Most homeowners are not aware of this, or they would have their roof inspected by a professional on a regular basis. Insurance generally does not cover damage caused by inadequate installation, wear and tear or deficient maintenance.
In conclusion, winter weather conditions can prove to be extremely detrimental to your roof, causing damage that is frequently undetectable at first, but can possibly lead to expensive repair bills down the road. For this reason, it's a smart idea to contact a knowledgeable, qualified Cincinnati roofing contractor to examine your roof in person to pinpoint any would-be problems, and to report any trouble to your insurance agent so that repairs may be made right away.
To learn more about this subject, or to schedule a complimentary residential roof inspection and estimate, call Overhead Roofing at 513-844-8700, or visit their website: Expert Cincinnati Roofing Contractors Since 1994
According to Steve Wells, partner at Overhead Roofing, a veteran Cincinnati roofing company serving the Southwest Ohio region since 1994, homeowners are often absolutely unaware that their roof has experienced any damage at all.
"Regrettably, homeowners generally don't see this type of damage, because you typically don't notice it from ground level looking up at your roof, or even by looking out a upper level window or standing on a ladder. But just because you don't see any bent, broken or missing shingles, or a portion of your gutter that is loose or sagging, certainly doesn't guarantee that your roof has escaped the problems that can be caused by winter weather," Wells explained. "As a rule, roofing damage is not clear unless a knowledgeable, trained roofing professional gets up on your roof and looks for trouble spots."
Wells continued, "Sometimes high winds can cause shingles to become permanently damaged and not able to protect against water seepage. The wind actually bends the shingles back until their adhesive seal breaks, which stops the shingle from ever sealing correctly again."
Whether the sealing strips stay intact is crucial to the effectiveness and life expectancy of your roof. If the seal is compromised for any reason, you will possibly start noticing leaks within a couple of years. That's why it's essential to have an knowledgeable roofer inspect your roof as soon as you suspect damage may have been caused.
One reason homeowners decide to put off calling a roofer (or not calling at all) is because the shingles fall right back in place following a storm - and the roof looks like it always did. But the hidden truth is that the roof will no longer work correctly after the seals have been compromised, and may even need to be entirely replaced.
Most Cincinnati roofers know this - but for the most part homeowners do not.
A different winter roofing hazard is the formation of ice dams. Extremely cold temperatures can cause a buildup of ice in the gutters, forming a blockage, or dam. When thawing snow and ice trickle down the roof towards the gutters, it collects in a pool. This water cannot drain into the gutters and downspouts as it routinely would because of the ice dam. Since it has nowhere else to drain, it frequently backs up underneath the layers of shingles, causing serious damage to the wood underlayment underneath.
These kinds of conditions can lead to water leaks, resulting in humidity in your attic and expensive, unsightly water damage to your interior walls and ceilings. Another setback that goes right along with excessive dampness is the formation of mildew, mold and rust.
The good news is that most homeowners' insurance policies will cover weather-related roofing damage to some degree, and in some instances, the insurance company may pay for the whole claim. Most homeowners are not aware of this, or they would have their roof inspected by a professional on a regular basis. Insurance generally does not cover damage caused by inadequate installation, wear and tear or deficient maintenance.
In conclusion, winter weather conditions can prove to be extremely detrimental to your roof, causing damage that is frequently undetectable at first, but can possibly lead to expensive repair bills down the road. For this reason, it's a smart idea to contact a knowledgeable, qualified Cincinnati roofing contractor to examine your roof in person to pinpoint any would-be problems, and to report any trouble to your insurance agent so that repairs may be made right away.
To learn more about this subject, or to schedule a complimentary residential roof inspection and estimate, call Overhead Roofing at 513-844-8700, or visit their website: Expert Cincinnati Roofing Contractors Since 1994
Overhead Roofing, Inc.
3991 Hamilton Middletown Rd., Suite V
Hamilton, OH 45011
513-844-8700
Fax 513-844-8933
Expert Cincinnati Roofers
3991 Hamilton Middletown Rd., Suite V
Hamilton, OH 45011
513-844-8700
Fax 513-844-8933
Expert Cincinnati Roofers
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