Tag Archives: Roof Maintenance

The Safest Way to Clean Your Roof

Man cleaning his roof with a power washer

Your roof needs cleaned when debris begins to block your gutters and trap rainwater. You also need to clean when you see moss or algae growing. Black streaks caused by the growth of blue-green algae start to show on your roof’s surface. When your roof begins to look dull, it’s time to clean it. Did […]

Why Don’t Shingle Materials Last as Long as They’re Rated?

man installing shingles

All roofing materials get rated and given age ranges. The problem is shingles’ age ranges don’t always account for factors that can age that roof faster. The question is, what are these factors and how long will your roof actually last? Life Expectancy of Shingles / Roofing Materials 15-30 years for asphalt shingles 20-50 years […]

Fall Roof Maintenance Tips

View of a home in the fall.

Winters in Northeast Ohio can be hard on roofs, but by following these fall roof maintenance tips  before the temperatures dip and the snow starts flying, you can rest easy this winter, knowing you’re protected overhead. Clear Away Debris April showers, May flowers, and summer storms all bring lots of flying and falling debris to […]