RAFTRx Issues Homeowner Warning This Holiday Season

With Christmas Day around the corner and homes decorated with holiday spirit across America, no one wants to be bothered with home maintenance and care, especially rooftops that are out of sight.  

RAFTR Roofing + Exteriors (RAFTRx) highlights several reasons why this holiday season could lead to unexpected damage to homeowners’ roofs. They recommend inspecting your roof in January to prepare for the peak of winter.

Extremely Wet Weather Forecast This Winter

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts wetter-than-average conditions for parts of the country, which means there is a greater likelihood of increased snow and ice. Excessive accumulation of snow and ice on a roof can cause concerns such as sagging, leaks and even collapse. 

How To Minimize Roof Damage This Holiday

• Trim overhanging tree limbs. Overhanging limbs can break in high winds, heavy snow and ice, and other severe weather, causing serious roof damage. 
• Clean your gutters. Leaving your gutters to gunk up with wet leaves and debris can lead to problems all over the exterior of your home, from rusting drainpipes to water leaking into your basement or through your foundation and even causing damage to your roof. 
• Sweep your roof. Take property safety precautions including a safety harness and begin by uising a push broom or leaf blower to remove any loose dirt, dust, leaves, sticks, and other debris from the roof. Start at the top of the roof and gradually make your way down.
• Call a professional and avoid DIY repairs. Your roof is much more complex than you might think, and years of industry knowledge go into repairs and replacement. While you might know your way around a toolset well, it’s best to leave roof repairs to the professionals to avoid causing more damage.

For more information, visit https://raftrxroofing.com.