During a roof tune-up, a professional roofing contractor or technician inspects aroof to assess its current condition and identify any issues that need attention. It’s one of the best ways to make sure you won’t be blindsided by costly issues. What can you expect during a roofing tuneup?
What to Expect during a Roofing Tuneup
A roof tuneup should occur regularly, even when there are no visible signs of damage or wear. These preventative visits ensure that a professional looks over your roof thoroughly to identify any potential signs of damage or future problems.
This maximizes your roof’s lifespan and minimizes repair costs as expensive issues like leaks, mold, and structural issues can be addressed in their early stages through smaller roof repairs. Here are the general steps to expect during a roofing tuneup.
1: The Visual Inspection
First and foremost, your technician will visually inspect the roof, looking for signs of damage, wear, or potential problems. This includes checking for missing or damaged shingles, signs of water damage, leaks, moss or algae growth, and any other visible issues.
In the case of flat roofs, other signs of wear like pooling water, bad drainage, punctures, rips in seams, and other defects associated with this architectural style will be on your inspector’s radar.
2: Inspection of Shingles/Membranes
If any of your roof’s membrane or shingles are missing, damaged, or loose, your inspector can offer you a quote for their repair to ensure the roof’s integrity and prevent leaks.
However, if your inspector recommends a bigger repair that cannot be done the same day, they may apply some emergency repairs to tie you over until a scheduled repair date.
3: Sealing and Caulking
Likewise, if your inspector notices any areas where seals or caulking have deteriorated or are missing, they can offer you a quote to fix them to prevent water infiltration.
4. Flashing Inspection
Your inspector will also carefully examine elements that pertain to the roof’s entire function. For example, they will check the flashing around chimneys, vents, skylights, and other roof penetrations for signs of damage or deterioration. They will offer to repair damaged flashing to prevent leaks too.
5. Gutter Inspection
Gutters and downspouts are incredibly important for your roof’s health. During a tune up, your inspector will check these systems for clogs and debris, which can cause water to back up and potentially damage the roof and the home’s foundation.
6. Roof Cleaning
Moss, algae, and other debris may accumulate on the roof over time, especially in humid or shaded areas. If your roof is dirty, your roof tune-up may include cleaning these substances to improve its appearance and longevity.
7: Structural Inspection
While not always part of a standard roof tune-up, some technicians may also inspect the roof’s structural components, such as the decking or trusses, to ensure they are in good condition. This is especially important with a flat roof if there are areas where there is pooling water.
8: Recommendations
Based on the inspection’s findings, your roofing inspector may provide a list of recommendations for any further repairs or maintenance that you need to keep the roof in optimal condition. They may even be able to do some quick jobs the same day or recommend that you schedule a repair as soon as possible.
What happens during a roofing tune up?
Overall, a roof tune-up is a proactive maintenance session designed to extend the life of the roof, prevent leaks, and address any issues before they escalate into larger problems. At Noble Roofing we typically recommended that you have one every 1-3 years, depending on the age and condition of the roof and your local climate conditions.
