Tips for Caring for Your Metal Roof
Long life and low maintenance are the hallmarks of quality metal roofing. Both beautiful and durable, metal roofs on both homes and commercial buildings can look and perform well for many years with minimal attention. By taking a few simple steps to protect your investment, you can enjoy your metal roof for a lifetime.
Trim tree limbs and branches
Over the course of weeks or months, the constant rubbing of a tree branch or limb against a metal roof can damage the finish. Fasteners can also be compromised or the surface can be dented or abraded. Trimming the trees near your home or building so they grow without coming into contact with your roof will prevent damage and your investment.
Keep your roof clear of debris
Some roof configurations allow debris to build up on the surface of the roof, and this can damage some kinds of finishes. As the debris decomposes, so does the finish. Use a leaf blower, a garden hose, or a broom to clear away debris.
Clean your gutters
A roof that might have lasted a century can be compromised by moisture caused by debris buildup in the gutters. Steel roofing is designed to shed rain and snow, then dry out. With excessive debris in your gutters, the edges of your roofing material never dry, and that can lead to corrosion and, eventually, failure. Keeping your gutters clean, or investing in a leaf-free gutter system, will protect your roof and your home or building.
Fix fasteners
Expansion and contraction over many years can eventually work metal-roof fasteners loose. A quick check of your roof each fall will help you stay ahead of these kids of issues. If you notice loose or dislodged screws on your roof, tighten or replace them, using similar fasteners made of the same material as the roof.
Check sealants
There aren’t many kinds of sealant that will last as long as a metal roof, so seams and edges may need to be replaced or touched up over time. As part of your annual roof inspection, pay attention to areas that could have been damaged by heavy wind, rain, or snow, or the simple passing of time. Visible rust is a sure sign that a sealant has failed or your anticorrosion coating is beginning to fail and a panel replacement may be in order.
Quickly repair holes or separations
As with any type of roof, holes, punctures, or gaps in your roofing material create places for leaks to occur that can damage the underlying roofing structure. A properly installed panel replacement can restore the appearance and performance of your roof. Look carefully for these types of issues when you examine your roof each fall and after significant weather events like snowstorms, rainstorms, or high winds.
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Core Metal Roofing and Supply in Morgantown, WV, can be reached at 304-322-4496. Make this roof your last!