Roof and Gutter Cleaning
It is 2017, another new year well underway. Many of us have dreamt of possible home renovations-possibly a deck or even building a spare room, but few of us have thought about the upkeep of the current condition of the home. To keep your home functioning to its real potential, take a look at two areas often forgotten, your gutters and roof. When these two areas of the home are not cared for properly, homeowners face the risk of unneeded bills and additional labor. With busy schedules, maintaining these areas might be best left to a certified professional. So when do you decide that you need the deep roof and gutter cleaning?
Take a moment to examine your gutters. Gutters have a vital function, and that is to collect and divert water away from the base of your house. Over time, due to sometimes certain conditions, your gutters became dirty and clogged with debris. Blocked drains lead to more stress caused by weight. When you notice that your drain spouts are not producing a steady flow of water during a hard rain, it is time to have someone find the blockage. Simple things like branches, leaves, nesting material brought by small animals, pine needles and even moss restrict could cause a block, reducing water flow. When gutters fail to perform, the siding of the house and even the foundation can significantly suffer. If you notice that your gutters are hanging a little bit low, water seems to run over the sides of the trough, or there is little to no output, it's time to have them cleaned before serious problems arise.
The roof is another area that receives little attention simply because it is not within normal eye range. Your roof experiences much more damage than the rest of your house as it gets exposed to all sorts of elements. Cold, damp conditions in the Northwest create a perfect breeding ground for moss. A wet roof combined with moss, dirt, and debris is the perfect recipe for shingle breakdown. When your shingles fail, often the interior of the home is exposed to water inside the home, possibly leading to internal mold infestations.
You can solve both your gutter and roof problems by hiring a professional roof and gutter cleaner. Your chosen professional should be friendly and knowledgeable on all aspects of roof and gutter cleaning. Most likely when your gutters get a deep cleaning, all debris is collected and disposed of properly, and any trace of growth or clogging removed.
Cleaning a roof is tricky and needs to be handled carefully. The roof may have varying degrees of contamination from simple dirt and grime to dense patches of moss. The cleaner will remove any moss growth and debris, and examine the roof for signs of damage.
When you contact a cleaning company, feel free to discuss the condition of your home and any concerns to the company so that the cleaner comes with the proper tools such as chemicals or pressure washer needed to get the job done properly.
Take a moment to examine your gutters. Gutters have a vital function, and that is to collect and divert water away from the base of your house. Over time, due to sometimes certain conditions, your gutters became dirty and clogged with debris. Blocked drains lead to more stress caused by weight. When you notice that your drain spouts are not producing a steady flow of water during a hard rain, it is time to have someone find the blockage. Simple things like branches, leaves, nesting material brought by small animals, pine needles and even moss restrict could cause a block, reducing water flow. When gutters fail to perform, the siding of the house and even the foundation can significantly suffer. If you notice that your gutters are hanging a little bit low, water seems to run over the sides of the trough, or there is little to no output, it's time to have them cleaned before serious problems arise.
The roof is another area that receives little attention simply because it is not within normal eye range. Your roof experiences much more damage than the rest of your house as it gets exposed to all sorts of elements. Cold, damp conditions in the Northwest create a perfect breeding ground for moss. A wet roof combined with moss, dirt, and debris is the perfect recipe for shingle breakdown. When your shingles fail, often the interior of the home is exposed to water inside the home, possibly leading to internal mold infestations.
You can solve both your gutter and roof problems by hiring a professional roof and gutter cleaner. Your chosen professional should be friendly and knowledgeable on all aspects of roof and gutter cleaning. Most likely when your gutters get a deep cleaning, all debris is collected and disposed of properly, and any trace of growth or clogging removed.
Cleaning a roof is tricky and needs to be handled carefully. The roof may have varying degrees of contamination from simple dirt and grime to dense patches of moss. The cleaner will remove any moss growth and debris, and examine the roof for signs of damage.
When you contact a cleaning company, feel free to discuss the condition of your home and any concerns to the company so that the cleaner comes with the proper tools such as chemicals or pressure washer needed to get the job done properly.
