Homeowners most often do not know the condition of their roof which is the largest part of their house, and a part that can cause damage that is not noticeable without an inspection by a trained roofing expert. The weather in Oklahoma City has been hard on roofs and in many situations, hard on the home’s interior. When the roof allows water to leak into the home, considerable damage can be done to the home.
This is why the first step in a roof inspection is to go into the attic and look for the signs that roof leaks leave. An experienced inspector can spot the signs immediately, and follow the water path to determine if the water has traveled into the living area of the house. This is very important to know, because water will allow black mold to grow.
A qualified roof inspector from Roofing Inspection in Oklahoma City OK can find every area of the roof that is a problem or soon will be a problem. Often, the most problems are a number of shingles blown out of place or lifted up at the edges. Both of these conditions will allow water to get on the decking and rot it resulting in leaks into the interior walls.
Nail pops are another troublesome spot that can be fixed to prevent more serious problems. Shingles that are not installed properly or were not installed with the correct nail pattern will create a problem for the decking. Shingles installed without a drip edge positioned properly is a concern. If the drip edge is blown out of position by the wind, then water will be blown underneath the shingles causing major problems. Additionally, water can run down the side of the house causing foundation problems.
The caulking around the vent openings in the roof will deteriorate over time, and our weather has helped the process. Roofing Inspection in Oklahoma City OK will determine if the caulking is loose, split or otherwise damaged allowing water will get in around the vent pipes which creates a perfect path for the water to get into the home. The flashing around the chimney is another area of concern.
The Ridge Cap shingles provide protection from water incursion as well as ventilation, but these shingles can be blown out of place allowing significant amounts of water to enter the attic.
