ROOFING ADVICE BLOG

ROOF MAINTENANCE TIPS

Simple steps that prevent expensive roof repairs.

Regular maintenance is the cheapest way to protect your roof. A little time each year can prevent small issues from turning into major repairs. Here are the essentials - see our full range of roofing services in Cape Town.

1. Clean your gutters regularly

Blocked gutters cause water to back up and seep under your roof. Clear them at least twice a year - and more often if you have trees nearby - to keep water flowing away from your roof and walls.

2. Inspect after storms

Strong wind and heavy rain can dislodge tiles and damage flashings. A quick check after a storm helps you catch and fix small problems before they turn into leaks.

3. Trim overhanging branches

Branches that touch or overhang your roof scrape away protective surfaces, drop debris into gutters and give pests a route in. Keep trees trimmed back from your roofline.

4. Check flashings and seals

Flashings around chimneys, vents and valleys are common leak points. Check that seals and waterproofing are intact and have them renewed when they start to crack or lift.

5. Book a professional inspection

Some problems are only visible from the roof or inside the roof space. A professional inspection once a year - or before the rainy season - is the simplest way to protect your investment. It is also worth improving your roof ventilation with whirlybird or turbine vents to reduce heat and damp. Book a professional roof inspection with Bussey Roofs.

KEEP YOUR ROOF IN TOP SHAPE

Book a professional roof inspection and maintenance visit with Bussey Roofs.