A roof is one of the few parts of your home that protects everything else, and a little regular attention adds years to its life. You do not need to climb up there. Most of this is from the ground, your attic, and twice a year with a pro.
Twice a year, walk the basics
Your seasonal roof check
- Look for missing, curling, or cracked shingles from the ground.
- Clear gutters and downspouts so water can drain away.
- Check the attic for stains, daylight, or a musty smell.
- Look at flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights.
- Trim branches that overhang or rub the roof.
Spring: get ahead of storm season
Our worst weather runs from spring storms into hurricane season, so spring is the time to fix small problems before they are tested. Clear the gutters, look for any winter wear, and have loose or missing shingles addressed now. If anything looks off, a quick roof inspection is cheap insurance before the first big storm.
Fall: clean up and seal up
After the heat of summer, clear leaves and debris from the roof valleys and gutters so fall and winter rain drains properly. Standing debris traps moisture against the roof, which shortens its life. This is also a good time to confirm your attic ventilation is clear.
After any major storm
High wind and hail can damage a roof in ways that are hard to see from the ground. After a serious storm, do a ground-level check for displaced shingles and debris, look in the attic for new stains, and if you suspect damage, get a professional look. Our guides on signs of storm damage and hurricane preparation walk through what to watch for.
"Most expensive roof repairs start as small, cheap ones that got ignored. Twenty minutes twice a year saves a lot of homeowners a much bigger bill."
Shawn, Owner, Blue Rhino RoofingWhat to leave to a pro
Walking the roof, sealing flashing, and any actual repair work should be left to a roofer with the right safety gear and experience. A wet or damaged roof is dangerous, and a small misstep can turn into a fall or a bigger leak. Our roof maintenance service handles the hands-on parts, and a free inspection tells you exactly what, if anything, needs attention.
Shawn
Shawn leads Blue Rhino Roofing, a BBB A+ accredited, Texas-licensed roofing company based in Katy. He's on the roof and on the phone, and known for telling homeowners the straight truth.