{"id":3015,"date":"2014-08-20T12:00:54","date_gmt":"2014-08-20T00:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/?p=3015"},"modified":"2021-01-21T23:20:14","modified_gmt":"2021-01-21T10:20:14","slug":"hire-a-roofing-contractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/project-advice\/advice-roofing\/hire-a-roofing-contractor.html","title":{"rendered":"Time to Hire a Roofing Contractor? Here’s What to Look for"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>If you\u2019re the average homeowner, you mightn\u2019t be paying a lot of attention to the state of your roof over the winter months. But it is one part of the home that needs regular\u00a0checking and maintenance…<\/b><\/p>\n

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Hire a roofing contractor<\/h2>\n

So it can be hard to know whether you need to hire a roofing contractor until it\u2019s too late and there\u2019s already significant water damage.<\/p>\n

Deciding whether roof repairs are necessary can be done in a number of ways. We recommend you hire a roofing contractor<\/a> to inspect your roof and undertake repairs and maintenance for safety and ease of mind, but if you\u2019re keen to at least take a look yourself, here are a few things you can look out for:<\/p>\n

Check inside for signs of water damage or leaking<\/h3>\n

\"hire<\/a>Signs of water damage on your walls or interior ceilings are a sure sign that your roof needs repairs. Unfortunately, water damage isn\u2019t always easy to find. Tell-tale signs of water damage can include soft spots on walls, peeling paint, mould in ceiling corners, discolouration of walls and general humidity and dampness on walls.<\/p>\n

If you notice any drips from the ceiling \u00a0or walls, it\u2019s a definite sign that roof repairs are needed. Get a free online estimate<\/a> or hire a roofing contractor<\/a> now because you can’t afford to wait!<\/p>\n

Visually check your roof for problems<\/h3>\n

Take a step back and have a good look at your roof from ground level if possible. Signs of wear and tear are often quite obvious and include cracked, missing or broken shingles and loose roofing materials. Furthermore, check for wear around the chimney and other roof outlets. Check for signs of shingle granules (like large grains of sand) in the guttering. These are sure signs that your roof is in need of repairs if not replacement.<\/p>\n

Inspect the drainage around the roof<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s a good idea to check the guttering and drainage pipes around your home to make sure they\u2019re not clogged and are properly attached and functioning. Rainwater that doesn\u2019t drain away will quickly damage your roof and possibly other parts of your home.<\/p>\n

\"hire<\/a>Check for sagging sections on the roof<\/h3>\n

A sagging roof isn\u2019t just ugly.\u00a0 It’s a warning sign that the roof may collapse.\u00a0 Although a roof can last decades depending on the materials used, it must remain intact for a long time.<\/p>\n

Sagging in your roof is a sign that it\u2019s time to hire a roofing contractor<\/a>. A sagging roof is often a sign of water absorption, a leaky roof or rotten and corroding structural elements.<\/p>\n

Look for external light coming in<\/h3>\n

Another sure-fire sign of needing to hire a roofing contractor is if you notice external light shining through your roof into your home. This means that shingles may have shifted or buckled, materials are thinning or there\u2019s a hole in the roof’s structure.<\/p>\n

\"hire<\/a>If all that hard work doesn\u2019t appeal, and let\u2019s face it, who has the time or knowledge to inspect the roof correctly, it may be time for you to hire a qualified professional roofing contractor.<\/a>\u00a0 They can have a look at it and assess whether repairs or replacement is recommended.<\/p>\n

Because your roof is vital for the weathertightness of your home, don’t wait until it needs fixing! Be proactive and engage a tradie to inspect it today.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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