It can cause mold mildew and other unhealthy conditions.
How to do a roof inspection.
If you find signs of damage but especially vigilant when inspecting the roof.
One of the best ways to ensure this doesn t happen to you is to do regular roof inspections.
Walk around your home s exterior inspecting the roof from the ground for signs of damage sagging and aging.
You can do a thorough inspection from the ground using a pair of binoculars.
A typical roof plan and an inspection checklist include the items below.
So you can identify the condition of your roof and know if some repair work needs to be done or if its time to replace your roof.
Before you go to the roof examine the interior of the building for signs of water damage such as mold mildew drips and leaks water stains and peeling paint.
Water coming in from leaks in the roof can be a serious issue.
Or you can get up close and personal with your roof using a ladder.
The less you walk around up there the better for your roofing and the safer for you.
However there s no need to get up on your roof just yet.
Take notes of any possible problem areas or areas in need of closer inspection.