Roof Repair Maintenance is the most neglected area of home maintenance. Homeowners often invest in landscaping or paintwork, but neglect to inspect their roof. This could have costly consequences.
Although a roof can last a long time, it can get damaged by the weather (strong winds, hail, and sometimes even hail). Water leakage could be caused by a single tile on your roof. The consequences can be severe if water gets on electronic equipment and other items susceptible to water damage.
Self-Maintenance – DIY Roof Restoration
You should consider roof restoration. It’s possible. It isn’t difficult. It does take some effort and you will need to reach the roof’s top. Extra safety measures and a ladder may be required. Strong winds can cause one to lose balance and footing. This could lead to an accident.
Many homeowners would rather hire a roofing company. It’s better to hire a company than risk your safety and spend days working on a roof in cold winds. Special equipment, cleaning chemicals, and skilled tradespeople are all available to Roof Restoration Campbelltown so you can get a professional job.
The 5 Step Roof Restoration Process
- Roof Assessment
First, have your roof assessed for potential damage. It will be necessary to do a complete inspection of your roof. Damages will generally be found in cracked or broken tiles, punctured sheets of metal (hail damage, fallen objects), or old tiles that are in danger of falling. It is important to check for leakage in order to determine if there are any spots on the roof that are leaking. Photographs of any damaged areas should be taken so that they can be repaired in a systematic manner.
Proper safety wear is essential when you are on the roof. This will prevent any accidents. Depending on the size of your roof, the roof assessment may take up to an hour. This is the most important phase of roof restoration. You don’t want to miss any potential damage. Roof restoration is only done once every 5-10 years.
- Roof Cleaning
Next, use a high-pressure water hose to clean the roof. This will remove years of dirt, grime, and debris from your roof. It is also important to make sure that your gutters are clean and clear. As dirt is removed, the points that are damaged will be easier to see.
It is also a great time to inspect the roof for leakages as water is run across it. You should mark or photograph any areas where water seepage or leakage is apparent, so they can be repaired in the repair phase.
- Roof Repairs
This is the most important step in roof restoration. The repair of a roof involves a thorough process that includes identifying and fixing any damage points. Broken or damaged roof sections are replaced with matching metal sheets/tiles and then carefully repaired. Poor workmanship can come back to haunt your business in the form of water seepage and leaks.
- Chemical Treatment
After roof repairs are completed, most roof restoration companies will apply a protective coating to the roof. This protects the roof and prolongs the life expectancy. There are many types of coating chemicals available with different levels of effectiveness and functionality. These can include thermal insulation, waterproofing, and rustproofing.
- Final Assessment
After all of the above is complete, you should conduct a post-job assessment. To identify areas that may have been overlooked, a second walk-through of the roof is necessary. This is a crucial step to make sure everything is completed correctly and completely.