After going through freeze-thaw cycles and withstanding winter precipitation, spring comes as a good opportunity to check your roof’s condition carefully and make some maintenance operations, which are required even if you find no damage to fix.

Regular roof maintenance is a preventive approach and you should stick to it if you want to benefit from all the advantages you can get from your roof. Roof maintenance is affordable, but some roof damage, aggravated because of lack of maintenance for roofing Aurora CO homes, can make a hole in your pocket, not to mention the stress and discomfort.

Regular spring roof maintenance should include the following operations:

• Cleaning the roof as well as the gutters& downspouts, to prevent clogs and water-related problems
• Checking for the integrity and condition of the roof cover
• Checking for signs of water damage under the roof
• Checking the attic for pests (mice, raccoons, but also for dry rot, which may destroy the resistance structure of the roof)
• Checking the roof insulation
• Repairing the damage you have identified

Considering that, at some point, you might need to prove that you took proper care of your roof along the time (for example, when you make an insurance claim), you should always hire a professional roofers to do the maintenance and repairs.