Is Your Home Ready for the Spring Storm Season?

Spring storms can wreak havoc on on your property. While there’s no way to avoid this entirely, there are several easy and affordable things that you can do to help protect your home from damage.

1. CLEAN YOUR GUTTERS
It’s important to make sure that your drainage system, your gutters and downspouts, are clear of wind driven debris like leaves, pine needles and small branches. A clogged gutter can allow water to backup into your home during heavy downpours causing damage to roof decking, fascia and even your homes’ interior. It’s a good idea to check or have these checked once a year, usually in late winter prior to the spring rainy season.

2. GENERAL MAINTENANCE 
Like any other performance system in your house, your roof also needs routine general maintenance. If your roof is over three years old the flashing points and penetrations, especially around vents and chimneys, should be checked to ensure they’re properly secured and sealed. Don’t wait for those tell-tale water marks on your ceiling to take action.

3. GIVE THOSE TREES A HAIRCUT
Getting rid of weak and broken branches can help prevent those limbs from ending up on your roof or through your window during a severe spring storm. Low hanging branches that touch or drag across shingles can also cause granule loss, weakening the shingles ability to do its job and can also potentially effect the the shingle warranty.

4. ADD ELITE ROOFING & RESTORATION TO YOUR SPEED DIAL
While there’s no way to keep spring storms from happening, you can help your home to weather the storms by utilizing these easy tips and minimal investment. If your roof does sustain damage during one of Georgia’s spring storms, contact Elite Roofing and Restoration immediately for our 24-hour emergency repair help.