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Roof care and maintenance made simpler thanks to some simple tips

Maintaining a roof is really important, especially if you want your roof covering to last for years. Ideally, roofs should be maintained on an annual basis. Given below are some points which will come in handy while maintaining your roof:

Roof inspection tips

Roof inspection is an integral aspect of roofing maintenance. You can hire professional roofing contractors to inspect the condition of your roof from time to time. However, you can also inspect the condition of your roof on your own if you are familiar with do it yourself activities.

Look for the following while inspecting the roof

€¢ Check the roof for loose tiles
€¢ Inspect the chimney for cracked cement or missing mortar
€¢ Check the condition of the gutters and downspouts

It is important to contact a roofer as soon as possible if you see any problems on your roof. A roofer can replace damaged tiles, re-cement a chimney or even install Velux windows to brighten up your attic space. However, if your roof is left unchecked it is only a matter of time before you have a leak.

Published at: 27-01-2011

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