How to Check Your Roof and Gutters

Welcome back to our video blog. Today I am excited to have Royse Cockrell from Quality Real Estate Inspection Services with us. I asked Royse to join us so that he could give us a few tips on how to check your roof and gutter for damages.

What is the first step in inspecting your roof?

One of the most important things to keep in mind is your safety. You need a good ladder. A lot of people like to use the step ladders, but what I recommend is an extension ladder. Make sure the ladder goes above the gutters by about 2-3 feet. Then make sure the ladder is locked. I also recommend wearing gloves to protect your hands.

What should you look for once you are on the roof?

Once you're on the roof, look for damaged shingles. Often high winds can cause shingles to raise up or be completely torn off.

It's also important to check for the wearing of granules; granules are what help protect your roof from sun damage. You can often check in the gutter to see.

If you have any questions about your roof, please give us a call at 254.226.9246

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