As the trees spring
into bloom and weather begins to get a bit warmer, families start spending more
time in the lawn and garden. To make sure that the outdoors is in proper shape,
spring cleaning projects are carried out by most families. These projects include
cleaning the garage, planting a garden, giving a makeover to the landscape and
so on. Ken Julian mentions that in
addition to carrying out all these tasks, it is also important to properly
clean roof, especially after the harsh winter months. Doing so can help extend
its longevity and aid the homeowners to check for any roof damage as well.
For years spring
time has been closely linked to cleaning and sprucing up homes. For apartment
residents, spring cleaning can imply to getting rid of all the unnecessary
stuff they have hoarded throughout the year, having their carpets
professionally cleaned, and so on. Ken
Julian points out that the task list for people living in an independent villa
or bungalow is a bit longer. In addition to cleaning their air vents and
hardwood floors, such homeowners would need to take care of their lawn and roof
as well. The roof of a house especially
has to deal with harsh weather conditions, including winter snowfall, and hence
requires proper care and maintenance.
Here are a few
aspects of roof spring cleaning that homeowners should take care of, according
to Ken Julian:
- Clean
the gutters: Dirt, leaves, twigs, and other types of debris may clog the
gutter over the fall. If they have not been cleaned out prior to the
winters, then snow and rain might make the clogs worse. Clogged drains may
cause foundation damage and roof leaks. Unfortunately, in areas with harsh
winters and heavy snowfall, homeowners are not able to properly clean
their gutters during the winter months. Hence, they need to positively do
so as soon as the springtime sets in. For the best outcomes, it is
important to call professionals to will competently remove all debris.
They usually run a hose through the gutters and down the downspout in
order to let the water flush out any leftover debris.
- Clean
the roof: Bird droppings, grime, mildew and moss, all of which can
compromise roofing material. Moreover, they even hamper the appearance of
the roof. To make sure that such debris does not weakens the integrity of
the roof, it is important to get them cleaned properly. For this purpose,
using the right cleaning agent is extremely important. One must try to
stay away from pure bleach that may not only string away from the color of
the roofing material, but may even damage it as well. Pressure cleaners especially can damage
roofing shingles, and hence it is better to use a garden sprayer or hose
instead.
One should also
look for gaps and signs of damage on their roof during the cleaning process,
and contact professional roofers for repairs if needed.
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