Those in the South deal with baking sun, driving rain, and powerful winds, all of which can cause serious damage to your roof.
The effects of this adverse weather can wear on the roof of your home over time, so you should not wait for obvious signs of damage (such as stains or leaks) before repairing it. Here are four common roofing issues homeowners ask about.
Are Gutters a Good Idea for My Home?
You should install gutters on any second floor or other elevated areas of your home to keep water from splashing on your siding or causing damage. Gutter systems are not only important for protecting your home from heavy rains.
By exposing the asphalt and fiberglass base to direct sunlight, this concentrated flow of water prematurely erodes the mineral surface of the shingles and causes them to become thin and brittle.
Water that accumulates underneath shingles can cause rot, leaks, and other problems. Make sure your gutters are mounted properly and that they don’t direct water underneath the shingles.
Can I Use a Diverter to Keep the Water From Coming Down Over My Doorway?
Diverters prevent water from running off in certain areas, such as doorways, by diverting it to either side of the flashing installed near the edge of the roof. These are typically installed in place of gutters, but they can also be installed independently.
Shingles help the water move downward smoothly and at a rapid paste. The reason why you cannot use a diverter on the edge of your roof is that it will create a pool of water that will stay on the roof and can cause leakage in the walls of the house.
My Shingles Appear to Be Stained. How Can I Clean Them?
If you are witnessing dark green patches on your roof or the shingles, don’t panic. These are algae and it is common for them to grow in a hot and humid climate. However, you can leave them as it is as they would damage your roof slightly.
You can remove the algae by mixing water and bleach and can use the sprayer for spraying it on the shingles. The bleach can kill the algae, but it will grow back after some time and with water running off from the roof, it can damage the plant life in your ground.
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All you need is a light spray of the algaecide to kill the algae and keep your roof free of new growth for a few years. But make sure you do not go after pressure washing and get rid of the algae properly and simply.
Why Are Some of My Shingles Sliding Out?
Shingles can move from their place if they are not properly installed. They will require properly nailing down if you want to keep them intact in a single place.
The problem gets out of hand if the shingles have some architectural steep or a pitched roof. Repairs can be done to secure the loose shingles but replacing them is the only valid solution.
Call Louisiana Roof Crafters at 985-238-4575 for more information. We service areas in Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, Hammond, Covington, Mandeville, Slidell, and New Orleans, LA.
