The roof which is the largest part of the house is also the most neglected part. It is also part of the home that can cause damage which the homeowner would not notice without an inspection by a trained roofing expert. Roofs have taken some heavy abuse from our weather, and in many situations the weather has damaged the home’s interior. Considerable damage can be done to the home when the roof allows water to leak into the attic and then into the living area resulting in the destruction of walls and the growth of black mold.
The first step in a roof inspection is to look into the attic for the discoloration of the roof supports to determine if the water has traveled into the living area of the house. Water will allow black mold to grow wherever it sets, and it is not something a homeowner wants in their home.
A qualified roof inspector from Residential Roof Repair in Oklahoma City OK can find every area of the roof that is a problem or a potential problem. Shingles blown out of place will be most of the problems. This condition will allow water to get on the decking and rot it resulting in leaks into the interior walls. The Ridge Cap shingles provide protection from water entering the attic as well as attic ventilation, but these shingles can be blown out of place allowing significant amounts of water to enter the attic.
Nail pops are common and they can be fixed to prevent more serious problems. Improperly installed shingles will create a problem for the decking when the shingles twist out of position or are blown up on the ends allowing water to get on the decking. If the drip edge is blown out of position by the wind or if it is missing, then water will be blown underneath the drip edge shingles causing major problems. Water can run down the side of the house causing foundation problems because the water will not be channeled into the Eaves.
Caulking that has deteriorated over time will allow water to get into the attic. Residential Roof Repair in Oklahoma City OK will determine if the caulking is loose, split or otherwise damaged. The flashing around the chimney is another checkpoint for the inspector. For further information about roof inspections contact Kneal Roofing of Oklahoma City OK.
