According to Sctcc.edu, durability and longevity are the two highest priorities for homeowners when purchasing a new roof. In the Midwest, however, we face pretty intense weather conditions which can lead to roof damage. You need roofing contractors who can install a durable roof, and address damage from different types of storms that Mother Nature can throw your way.

Water Damage

Heavy rain can damage shingles and cause problems in your ceilings, walls, and floor. Rain can knock off granules from the shingles that reflect sunlight and keep your house cooler in the summer. It can also seep under the shingles and cause leaks, mold, and mildew, which can induce respiratory problems for the residents. Gutters may be clogged and paint on the walls may be damaged. It's a common issue and one that needs to be addressed by expert roofing contractors. Roofers can fix the leaks in your home and leak-proof your shingles to prevent more damage in the future.

Wind Damage

Heavy winds pose two risks to your roof. The wind itself can tear off shingles and add stress that will compromise your roof. Additionally, wind can crash tree limbs and other debris into your home. Impact damage caused by falling tree limbs and other debris can cause a catastrophic amount of damage to the roof and require an entire roof replacement. To prevent this type of damage, you should have a roofing service inspect your home annually and check for missing shingles or signs of impact damage from smaller debris. Make sure the trees around your home are healthy and strong, and remove brittle and weak trees.

Snow and Ice Damage

A large amount of snow can pose a significant threat to a roof that is not structurally robust enough to handle it. Heavy snow drifts can lead to leaking or total roof collapse, and it's important to inspect your roof's structure before winter storms hit.

Ice dams are also serious problems that are common at the edge of your roofing and in the gutters. Uneven heating in your home can rise to the roof and melt snow and ice. It will flow down to the eaves and gutters and refreeze in a higher concentration. The ice then forms a dam which will keep snow piled on your roof, leading to the problems mentioned above. Proper attic insulation is necessary to prevent ice dams from forming on your roof.

The professional roofing contractors DZ Construction have you covered for all types of storm damage. We offer storm repair for roofing and siding, free estimates, veteran discounts, and a 10-year roofing workmanship warranty.