Water stains on your ceiling after a protracted Maine winter? And then you have to put money toward repairs that would have been spotted months ago if you had looked. Then there is the January anxiety, wondering if this is the year ice dams are going to do some real damage.
We at Home Roofing Solutions have 25 years under our belt when it comes to putting Maine roofs in a position to stand up to a hard winter. As a family and veteran-run outfit we serve homeowners all over the state. Before the snow starts to fly, a fall roof inspection is about as shrewd a decision as one can make. To set one up, call (207) 489-2904.
The Nature of an Ice Dam
It is simple enough: heat from the attic will melt the snow on top of the roof. The water makes its way down to the eaves where it is cold and refreezes into an ice ridge. More snow melts and encounters that ridge and the water is forced to back up under the shingles and into the house.
Here in Maine with our long, cold winters an ice dam is an annual hazard. Get water behind your roofing and the damage is quick to follow.
Acting in the Fall for Good Reason
There is a reason to act in the fall; any issues are still minor and easily put right. When the ice and snow come they put a frozen layer on your roof and make any repairs costly and hard to do. You want to find the weak spots and deal with them ahead of the first storm.
Our inspectors will be looking at what is most apt to give you trouble in winter:
- Shingles that are missing or lifted, allowing water to get under them
- Flashing in disrepair by the chimney or skylights
- Debris and leaves in the gutters holding water at the eaves
- Inadequate ventilation in the attic creating uneven temperatures on the roof
- Underlayment near the eaves that has seen better days
- Any sagging or softness indicative of moisture damage
Too many homeowners put off an inspection until they see water on the floor. The bill for that is much larger than it has to be.
Where the Savings Lie
Consider the extent of the damage from an ice dam. It is not a matter of replacing a couple of shingles. Water behind the roof can soak drywall, ruin insulation, warp the framing and encourage mold in the walls. The interior work to put that right puts the cost of the roofing that could have averted it to shame.
A fall inspection changes the equation. Clearing out the gutters or mending a flash is nothing like the price of having to rip out a wet ceiling in February. A little spent in October is a lot saved at thaw time. On top of which a roof in good order will put off the need for a full replacement, keeping more of your money where it belongs.
Why We Are Different
Being a Fortify Maine Certified Roofing Contractor and part of the Fortify Maine Homes program for FORTIFIED Home roof upgrades means we know how to put up a defense against what the weather in Maine will throw at a roof.
Our platinum-level certification from the manufacturer is the highest you will find and allows us to put forward our Solution Guarantee warranties. The 50-year Platinum Lifetime Solution Guarantee is the premier offering, product and workmanship included. We also stand behind every job with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Should we find something that requires attention, we can arrange financing with a number of lenders, credit history be damned. Free estimates are provided so there are no surprises.
Our Reach in Maine
Homeowners from Lewiston to Portland, Auburn to Scarborough, and from Farmington and Ellsworth to Bar Harbor, Augusta, Waterville, Rockland, Camden, Brewer, Orono, Lincoln, Dover-Foxcroft and Greenville are among those we serve. Our offices are in Bangor, Etna, Gorham and Houlton but we will take a ferry or barge to the coastal islands if need be. We are open 7:00am to 9:00pm to accommodate your schedule.
Let a fall roof inspection be the thing that spares you the stress and expense of winter. Do not put it off till a leak tells you otherwise. Contact Home Roofing Solutions at (207) 489-2904 and you will be in good hands when the cold sets in.
