Is Your Roof Hurricane Irma Ready?

Hurricane Irma is coming.

Even if Tallahassee only experiences tropical storm winds, your roof could be at risk. High winds can remove shingles, leaving the roof deck underlayment exposed to the elements. Wind can also lift and curl shingles which damages the seal that bonds the roof and shingles together. This can leave your roof vulnerable to wind-driven rain, especially during prolonged tropical storm conditions.

Hail and falling debris can leave dents or pockmarks in shingles, and dislodge granules that are important to keeping water out. During high winds, southern pine cones and related debris can act as powerful projectiles. Roofs that are worn or damaged are easier to penetrate.

It’s necessary to check your roof before and after a storm. If your roof is worn or shows minor to moderate damage, now may be a very good time to look into one of our preventive maintenance programs. These are useful all season long, but when a hurricane is predicted, we can advise on certain practices and possible services that could prevent heartburn and frustration later.

Obvious signs of damage may be dented, torn or missing shingles. Minor damage of this type can lead to small undetected leaks well in advance of visible leaks. Make sure to inspect around the home as well. Look for fallen limbs or any other debris. Inside the home, look for water stains or areas where water may have pooled. Call Tallahassee’s preferred roofer, Rowe Roofing, to take a look at your roof before predicted severe weather to avoid the delays of massive post-hurricane demand. We have the resources and manpower to help many homeowners and businesses after disaster strikes, but preventive maintenance is always recommended. Our customers come first!

Note: We do not suggest that you climb on your roof! Especially after a storm, since the roof might still be slippery. Please call Rowe Roofing at 850-386-7663!

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