February can be a somewhat unusual month in Texas, and it often brings with it unexpected weather. The climate in areas like Fort Worth is worth keeping track of if you want to install a new roof, as the storms, winds and extreme summer heat can easily do a number on your roof, if the roof is not durable enough or not built with the local weather conditions in mind.
First of all, it might be a good idea to actually start working on roofing projects in late January or February. While the weather is still somewhat unpredictable, it’s also quite mild. Compared to states up north, Texas is pretty warm in February, which allows contractors to get to work much sooner than you might expect.
Reputable Fort Worth roofers typically point out the importance of wind resistance during this time, as storms and windy conditions can cause problems even for the best roofing installations. It’s a good idea to check for storm damage and wind damage, and to schedule your next professional roofing inspection around the month of February, if you haven’t already had it yet.
If you want to ensure that your roof will withstand the challenges of spring and summer in Fort Worth, February can also be a great month for an upgrade or for performing basic preventive maintenance tasks. Local Fort Worth roofing companies will be more than happy to help you out with all of that.
If gutters are not cleaned frequently, the accumulated debris leads to clogging, causing much more serious problems.
Here are three reasons that a respected Fort Worth roofing contractor says you should clean up the gutters of your home more often.
Water leaks
Leaves, dirt and other debris tend to build up in the gutters. In combination with water, they maintain moisture and favor the appearance of corrosion, which will cause further problems that will affect more than the gutters themselves.
Periodic gutter cleaning will also give you the chance to discover potential problems and solve them before they cause extensive damage. Otherwise, moisture will cause the appearance of mold and mildew that may seep into the walls of the house..
Roof infiltration
Leaves and other debris can prevent water from being evacuated safely away from the roof. If the problem is not remedied immediately, the constant accumulation of water on the roof will eventually lead to infiltrations.
Infiltration in the basement
Gutters direct rain water at a safe distance from the house, but if they are damaged, water may sweep into the basement. In addition to allowing mold formation, infiltrated water can cause real disasters, especially if it reaches the electrical installation or damages the building`s structure.
CLC Roofing inc. is a member of the North Texas Roofing Contractors Association, with offices in Fort Worth, Coppell and South Lake TX. CLC offers complete residential and commercial roofing services. We have been locally owned and operated by Chad Cross since 1999. CLC is certified at the highest levels in the roofing industry. Roofing services offered include complete tear-offs and replacements, along with roofing repairs, claim help, gutters, skylights, and more. CLC Roofing serves all of Fort Worth, Texas, Tarrant County and the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.
