Be Prepared: Winterizing Your Roof

Date Published: Aug 22 2012

Winterizing your roof should take place before frigid temperatures, snow, ice and wind arrive. Get your roof ready for winter before cold weather arrives with this list of what to check and fix so you can avoid a roofing emergency when it's cold outside.

Be Prepared! Winterizing Your Roof Clear gutters of leaves and debris Repair loose, damaged or missing shingles Check flashing Remove and reapply anywhere caulk has crinkled Apply roofing cement under loose asphalt and shingles Insulate attic to prevent roof icing Remove overhanging tree limbs Look for warped wood or mold both on the roof and in the attic

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hiring a roofer

Permalink Submitted by tim Alexander on Mon, 2012-09-24 12:29

Who to hire who to stay a way from

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