What is roof?

The material of a roof may range from banana leaves, wheaten straw or seagrass to laminated glass, copper (see: copper roofing), aluminium sheeting and pre-cast concrete. 

In many parts of the world ceramic roof tiles have been the predominant roofing material for centuries, if not millennia. 

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Other roofing materials include asphalt, coal tar pitch, EPDM rubber, Hypalon, polyurethane foam, PVC, slate, Teflon fabric, TPO, and wood shakes and shingles.

Here are top 3 things you should notice about your roof.

1. We know roofs "breathe," but what does it imply for maintenance?

It means no moisture, severe heat, or cold enters your house via attic ventilation. The only upkeep necessary is removing boxes and other objects from the attic. Attic clutter may obstruct airflow and make vents ineffective.

Metal roofing company Austin suggests if you must store objects in your attic, keep them near the house's center and low to avoid obstructing airflow.

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2. How do you clean your roof?

A roof usually works without having to be cleaned. Cleaning will be uncommon if your roof is prone to moss or other growth. Metal roofing company Austin suggests applying a garden sprayer full of bleach and water to damaged areas. Rinsing from above keeps water out of shingles. Caution is advised as a wet roof may turn slick. Do not use a power washer on a roof, and scrubbing is also not recommended.

3. How to know if a roof is installed correctly?

Inspect the roof thoroughly after being installed by a metal roofing company in Austin. If not, they should have replaced them—new flashing around chimneys and valleys. The roof should be visually uniform in color and have clear straight lines.

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A neglected asphalt shingle roof will last 15 years. In moderate climates, 10–15 years, while metal and slate roofs may endure 50 years or more. Weather is the most important aspect, and even a well-installed roof may be damaged by wind and sun. 

Metal roofing company Austin suggests avoiding letting tree limbs contact the ceiling and removing dead ones.

Conclusion

Swadley Roof Systems offers the best roofing services in the Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Dallas area.