We are in the heart of Arizona’s monsoon season, which brings heavy rains, high winds, and added humidity to the East Valley. During this time, homeowners can experience flooding, downed trees, and other noticeable damage caused by the monsoons. This extreme weather can also cause damage to your roof that you may not immediately notice. Luckily, there are specific areas you can check and things you can do to make sure your roof lasts through this Arizona monsoon season.
4 Tips For Your Arizona Roof During Monsoon Season
1. Clean Your Gutters
The gutters on your house are used to gather water off of your roof and divert it away from your home. When gutters are clogged with leaves, dust, and other debris, they are not able to properly perform their job.
Once a month, it is recommended you check your gutters to make sure they are free of debris. If you can safely remove any debris, you should do so. General contractors and handymen typically offer gutter cleaning as a service if you cannot clean them yourself.
Not cleaning your gutters when they are clogged could lead to a leaking roof that can damage not only your roof, but also items inside your home. During the monsoon season, clogged gutters can lead to a leak because of the amount of rain that comes in a short amount of time. Additionally, high winds can cause debris to fill the air and land inside your gutters. Be sure to check and clean your gutters at least once a month!
2. Inspect Walls & Ceilings
A sure sign of a leaking roof is water damage to your walls and ceiling. Water spots are easily identifiable, especially when they appear during or after a heavy rain. Examining your walls and ceilings can help you identify that you have a leak and let you know a professional should inspect your roof.
If you have interior water damage, you likely have exterior damage that may not be visible. You will want to call a trusted roofer to examine your roof. They will know where to look and exactly what to look for while doing so safely.
3. Examine Your Roof
After a heavy rain or wind storm during monsoon season, you will want to do a physical examination of your roof. You can easily do this by standing on the ground and looking for missing tiles or shingles. You will also be able to see if there are any areas of concern such as curling corners, missing granules, or damage to other key roofing components.
After your initial inspection from the ground, you may want to climb a ladder to get a closer look. If you can do so safely, use a ladder that will allow you to view the roof, but not actually go on the roof. Not only is it dangerous to do so for an untrained individual, but there may also be underlying damage you are not aware of.
4. Call A Professional
A professional roofer has the ability to properly examine a roof for damage and help you with any necessary repairs. If you suspect your roof has damage from the rain or high winds, you most definitely will want to call a professional. The sooner you call a roofing company the better, especially after a monsoon. Their schedules typically fill up quickly after a storm with repairs and inspections. You will want to get on their schedule sooner than later, especially before another storm hits.
Additionally, notifying your insurance company upon discovering damage to your roof is imperative. By doing so can help you understand what steps you should take to ensure a claim is filed properly.
East Valley Roofer
Craven Construction is your East Valley professional roofer! We are available to examine your roof for damage caused by a monsoon and provide you with a FREE estimate for any necessary repairs. If you are concerned about your roof, contact our office to schedule your repair or our expert maintenance service.
Reminder: We, along with other professional roofers, do not complete estimates or repairs in the rain. The safety of our employees is extremely important and proper work cannot be completed while it is raining.
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Our team of experienced roofers is licensed and knowledgeable in working with all types of roofing. We offer high quality roofing services and are capable of getting your project completed in a timely, efficient manner.