Crown’s Spring Maintenance Checklist for Roofing in New Westminster

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Harsh cold and winter storms can take a big toll on the exterior of your home and its surroundings. With temperatures beginning to rise, spring is the perfect time to survey roofing in New Westminster for any damage that may have occurred over the winter months. Here are four important items to include on your spring roof maintenance checklist.

1. Inspect your shingles. Most roof damage is not easily visible from the ground, so get out a ladder and perform a close inspection of your shingles. Should you find shingles that are buckling, curling or missing, you will need to have them repaired or replaced to avoid leakage and damage to the roof deck and interior of your home.

2. Repair loose or cracked flashing. Strong winds and heavy snow can loosen flashing around chimneys and skylightsand leave your Richmond roof vulnerable, so be sure to tack it down to prevent leaks from spring rains.

3. Clean your gutters. Overflowing gutters can cause expensive water damage to siding and your home itself, so it’s important to routinely clean your gutters. Scoop out leaves, sticks and other debris and be sure that the entrance to the downspout is clear.

4. Clean soffit and fascia vents. Birds and small animals love to nest in these warm areas, so inspect and clean soffits and fascias at the same time as your guttering. Unwanted guests can cause significant damage over time.

Now is the best time to do an end-of-winter check to be sure your roof is in order and ready to protect you from spring storms and the upcoming summer. For help with any of these tasks, or for a free estimate on roof repair or replacement, call Crown Roofing LTD today at (877) 907-3066.

5 Important Terms to Know When Talking to a Roofing Contractor in Vancouver

Author: Jason Bradley

Protecting your British Columbia home from the elements is the #1 job of your roof. It’s a complex system of interlocking components that must all work together to create a powerful barrier against rain, snow, ice and wind. At Crown Roofing LTD , we treat your roof as a complete system, from the bare decking up to the ridge ventilation – even the gutters! Knowing about these and other important components of a roof will allow you to better understand your project and what to expect of your roofing contractor in Vancouver.

• Decking (also known as sheathing). Made from wood material such as plywood or OSB, decking covers the rafters and acts as the base for roof coverings. Only seasoned wood can be used for decking, otherwise the result will be a warped, buckled roof base.
• Underlayment. Rolls of roofing underlayment, most commonly black felt paper, are used on pitched roofs as a secondary layer of protection for the roof. When a home is under construction, the underlayment acts as protection against the elements while shingles are installed.
• Flashing. Flashing protects vulnerable areas of a roof from leakage, such as around chimneys, dormers and skylights, or where there is heavy water runoff. Flashing is made from a number of materials, the most common being galvanized metal.
• Ridge. The ridge runs along the top of the roof where two sides meet to form an angle. The ridge must be shingled or capped to prevent water leakage into the attic. Vented roof caps are often installed along the length of a ridge to allow hot air to escape from the attic and improve ventilation.
• Gutter. The trough running along the eaves of a roof that channels water to the downspouts.

Now that you know more about the basic components of your British Columbia roof, you will be able to better communicate with your roofing professional and ensure a successfully completed project. For the most experienced, reliable service in Vancouver, call Crown Roofing LTD at (877) 907-3066.

When Your Roof Needs a Roofing Contractor in Vancouver

Author: Jason Bradley

Today’s roofing materials are engineered to be more durable than ever. Yet, over the years, the elements combine to take a serious toll on your roof. Here are some signs to look for in an aging roof to help you know to contact a roofing contractor in Vancouver for repair.

Asphalt shingle roofs
As shingles age, the rough granules on their surface are lost. This results from both hardening of the shingle, and abuse by weather. Wind and rain will push loose granules down the roof and into the guttering, so check your gutters for excessive amounts of granules. While it’s natural to find some granules, if your gutters are quite full, it’s a good sign that your shingled roof is in need of replacement.

Tile roofs
Concrete tile roofs are one of the most durable roofing choices, and will last for decades with proper maintenance. The most common culprit of tile roof damage is UV rays that break down the calcium carbonate in the concrete, resulting in cracking and crumbling tiles. Another red flag is the growth of moss and algae on the roof. Roofing experts can treat a tile roof with a protective coating that guards against UV damage and organic growth, so don’t hesitate to call an experienced roofing contractor for a consultation.

Should you notice any of the above symptoms, it is important to contact an experienced roofing contractor in Vancouver for a prompt inspection before further damage occurs. If you are concerned about your roof, Crown Roofing LTD would be happy to schedule a FREE inspection. Since our founding in 1902, we’ve covered more homes than any other BC roofing contractor! Just give us a call at (877) 907-3066.

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