Is the moss making its way back over your shingles? You may have dampness on the ceiling or be concerned as to what a hard storm will make of your roof. Then there is the question of if a little repair work at this point will ward off a larger expense down the line.
Since 1971 River Roofing has been putting such questions to rest for homeowners in the Southern Willamette Valley. For some candid advice from a licensed, insured contractor, give us a ring at (541) 782-7672.
Oregon’s fall does not last long and the rains are quick to set in. The few weeks prior to the steady downpours are when you should be tending to any moss or other roof matters. We explain below how that is good for your wallet and why it is important.
The Case for Acting in the Fall
Moss thrives on moisture and our part of the country has plenty of wet days. When the rains come they put your roof in a damp state for months on end, which in turn encourages moss to grow and find any weakness. By taking care of things in the fall you can get at them while the roof is dry and amenable to inspection.
It is also safer to be up on a dry roof. Put it off to the middle of winter and you are looking at standing water and delays, not to mention repairs that are more of an ordeal. Better to be ahead of the weather and do it right.
What Moss Will Do to a Roof
Do not think of it as merely cosmetic. Moss clings to your shingles and over time will lift them. If left to its own devices it results in:
- Curling or lifting shingles and the loss of their granules
- Water seeping under where it should run off
- The wood decking beneath the shingles rotting
- Gutters clogging up and drainage suffering
- More weight put on the structure of the roof
- A roofing system that will not last as long
All too often a homeowner is unaware of the damage till he sees a leak in the house. At that juncture a simple treatment of the moss would have been cheaper and less involved.
Money Saved by Repairing Early
In September a loose bit of flashing or a shingle with a crack is no cost to put right. Let it go through one of our wet winters and come spring you could be faced with interior repairs and compromised insulation.
There are a number of ways early intervention keeps the bill lower:
- It is far cheaper than having to do structural or inside work
- An unblemished roof will see you through longer before a full replacement is called for
- Proper drainage is good for the foundation, siding and gutters
- No need for an emergency call when the rains hit
- Your home remains comfortable and dry
You will see the difference between a minor fix in the fall and a major one in the winter. A small outlay now is generally a way to avoid a large one later.
An Inspection in the Fall
We do not just glance at the surface. Our crews will examine the parts of the roof most prone to giving way under a lot of water, among them:
- Shingles and metal panels, how they are placed and their condition
- Flashing at the skylights, vents and chimney
- The valleys for fast moving water
- Any softness in the decking or evidence of algae and moss
- The state of the gutters and drainage
It is a way to know what is needed of your roof before the weather changes and to put in for repairs when you see fit rather than in the midst of a storm.
Lane County Homeowners Have Their Reasons for Choosing River Roofing
With a staff of 45 and 45,000 roofs put in, we are the largest of the roofing firms in Lane County. The Better Business Bureau accredits us and gives us an A+ rating; we have been named to RSI Magazine’s Top 100 Contractors and were the Northwest Region Contractor of the Year in 2006.
From Eugene and Springfield to Cottage Grove, Veneta, Vida, Pleasant Hill, Creswell, Lowell, Junction City and the communities in between, we are here to help. Residential or commercial, asphalt and composition shingles, metal or a complete replacement, our team can handle it.
Make sure your roof is in order before the rains come back to Oregon. Contact River Roofing at (541) 782-7672 for a free estimate and to book your fall inspection. We are at your service Monday to Friday, 7:30 to 4.
