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5 Mistakes with Roof Repair to Avoid for New Homeowners

  • Perla Irish
  • June 28, 2020
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  1. Putting Off Getting an Inspection
  2. Not Finding the Root Cause of Water Damage
  3. Doing Your Own Roof Repairs
  4. Waiting Too Long to Get a Roof Replacement
  5. Not Accounting for Attic Air Flow
  6. Want to Avoid Common Mistakes With Roof Repair and Other Home Improvement Projects?

As a homeowner, you have a lot of responsibilities. It’s not like living with your parents or renting an apartment. If something goes wrong, you need to fix it.

Just as importantly, you need to stay ahead of the curve and perform routine maintenance and check-ups on the vital components of your house. One small problem with your electrical, plumbing, HVAC system or roof can lead to expensive problems down the road.

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5 Mistakes with Roof Repair to Avoid for New Homeowners

As far as your roof is concerned, you need to avoid making the all-too-common mistakes with roof repair. Not sure what they are? Keep reading to find out.


Read Also:

  • Early Signs of Roof Damage That You Must Be Aware of to Avoid Costly Roofing Repairs
  • Attempting DIY Roofing Work? Four Things You Must Be Aware of
  • Tips for Choosing the Best Roofers for Roof Repair and Inspection
  • Fix it Up: 5 Signs That Will Tell You It’s Time to Repair Your Roof
  • The Importance of Roof Repairs in Lake Charles, Louisiana

  1. Putting Off Getting an Inspection

One of the worst things you can do as a homeowner is assuming everything is ship-shape. Just because you don’t see any signs of damage from the ground or notice any water leaks in the house, it doesn’t mean your roof is in prime condition.

We recommend getting a roof inspection every couple of years or after extreme weather, such as:

  • High winds
  • Hail
  • Hot summers
  • Cold winters with tons of ice and snow
  • External damages (from trees, heavy branches, debris)

Most roofing companies will come out and give you a free estimate.

  1. Not Finding the Root Cause of Water Damage

Finding water damage from leaks in your home is a real nightmare. One of the most common mistakes with roof repair is not knowing where the leak originates from. Homeowners assume they fix the problem, only to find out later that the problem has gotten worse and now they need a water damage restoration company.

  1. Doing Your Own Roof Repairs

One of the best things about homeowner’s insurance is that it covers big-ticket items like roof repair. You don’t need a large roof repair budget to make sure the integrity of your roof is up to par.

Therefore, it’s best to avoid the money-saving strategy of DIY roof repair. You likely don’t have the proper roof repair tools. Additionally, amateur work can make the problem worse or you could end up hurting yourself.

  1. Waiting Too Long to Get a Roof Replacement

One of the most common mistakes with roof repair is relying on repairs for far too long. While the lifespan of your roof varies based on the material used, every roof has an expiration date.

Rely on professional opinions from those in the industry (roofing contractors or home inspectors) to determine the condition of your roof. They’ll be able to tell you what needs to be done, whether it’s more patchwork or a roof replacement.

  1. Not Accounting for Attic Air Flow

Finally, remember that the ventilation of your attic may be negatively affecting your roof, especially if you live in a place prone to hot temperatures. You may need to check on insulation. If it’s too tightly packed, your attic could have poor airflow.

The trapped air gets super-heated on hot days and bakes your roof shingles from the inside your home. This can significantly reduce their longevity.

Want to Avoid Common Mistakes With Roof Repair and Other Home Improvement Projects?

While avoiding mistakes with roof repair is vital to the integrity of your home, there’s a lot more involved with being a responsible homeowner. Our blog is dedicated to helping homeowners like you perfect their private sanctuaries with DIY tips, design ideas, and home maintenance advice.

Check out some of our other articles before you go for more information on everything related to taking care of your home.

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