Living right here in Bristol, RI means dealing with some intense weather swings. From salty air rolling off Narragansett Bay to heavy winter nor'easters dumping snow on our historic downtown streets, your roof takes a beating twelve months out of the year. If you want your Roof Installation and Roof Maintenance to last, you cannot just install it and forget about it. You have to tune your maintenance routine to our local climate in Bristol.
Spring: Assessing Winter's Toll
As soon as the weather breaks, homeowners will want to take a close look at what winter left behind. Homes out on Poppasquash Neck take a heavy hit from driving winds, often leaving missing or loosened tabs along the rake edges. Walk your property and check the lawn for stray shingle granules or pieces of flashing. Winter ice and wind can compromise your seals faster than you would think. Catching small problems now prevents major headaches when the spring rains set in.
- Check your gutters for accumulated granules and winter debris
- Inspect your attic after a heavy rain for any hidden moisture stains
- Look for cracked or dried-out rubber boots around your plumbing vents
Summer and Fall: The Prime Windows for Work
If you are planning any major Roofing projects, timing is everything in New England. Summer gives us warm, consistent temperatures that help asphalt shingles seal properly, but extreme heat can make working on steep slopes brutal. Fall is the sweet spot for scheduling contractor work around here. The humidity drops, temperatures are comfortable for crews, and you will get your home sealed up tight before the freezing temperatures arrive.
Heritage Roofing & Siding always tells homeowners that waiting until a leak starts in December is the hard way to do things. Fall maintenance should focus squarely on clearing out falling leaves and ensuring your attic ventilation is ready for winter's temperature extremes. Trapped attic heat is the primary culprit behind those nasty ice dams that plague older homes along the East Bay.
Winter Defense
When the temperature drops below freezing, your roof shifts into survival mode. Heavy snow loads and freeze-thaw cycles test every square inch of your materials. Keep an eye on your rooflines during heavy storms. If you notice uneven snow melting or thick ice building up at the eaves, you are dealing with heat loss from your living spaces. Heritage Roofing & Siding provides Roof Maintenance services for homes in Bristol, RI.