{"id":25072,"date":"2017-01-31T16:37:01","date_gmt":"2017-01-31T16:37:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/?p=25072"},"modified":"2022-11-11T16:39:06","modified_gmt":"2022-11-11T16:39:06","slug":"your-guide-to-common-roof-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/your-guide-to-common-roof-problems","title":{"rendered":"Common roof problems and how to deal with them"},"content":{"rendered":"

Winter\u2019s not the best time to get large-scale roofing work done, but it\u2019s certainly the time to scope out what work needs doing and get those smaller jobs sorted. You won\u2019t want to have your roof replaced when it\u2019s blowing a gale, raining or snowing, unless it\u2019s an emergency. But winter offers the chance to spot any roofing problems. It\u2019s also a great time to catch roofers for repair work, as they may be less busy than in spring and summer, when they undertake most of their bigger jobs.<\/p>\n

Below, are the most common roofing problems and advice on how you can identify and deal with them.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t be afraid of looking up<\/h3>\n

Most roofing jobs aren\u2019t big ones so don\u2019t be afraid to look up or just ignore a problem in the hope that it\u2019ll go away. A roofing contractor will be able to put you at ease and start work to get any roofing issues sorted. Leaks are often down to minor issues or wear and tear above the supporting structure that makes up your roof. Look up and check what\u2019s going on up there and be sure to do it from as many angles as you can. If you\u2019re friendly with the people across the street, then you may find that looking from their upstairs window is a help, giving you a better view of your property. The roof is designed to repel water evenly so any areas where water appears to be gushing off or absent in the rain may indicate a problem.<\/p>\n

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Get up in the loft<\/h3>\n

Winter is a great time to check your roof\u2019s watertight. It should be warm and dry. There may be the odd bit of breeze if it\u2019s very cold and windy but there shouldn\u2019t be any visual signs or smells of damp. Check the upper corners and around the chimney stack if you have one. It\u2019s also a good time to check a water tank isn\u2019t leaking.<\/p>\n

Beware of strangers bearing roof tiles<\/h3>\n

Good roofing experts don\u2019t need to knock on your door and tell you about the roof tiles that they\u2019ve found on the pavement after a storm. Unless you happen to live next door to a friendly roofer then this is likely to be a scam. If you have any doubts, then simply bring in a reputable roofing contractor <\/a>to have a look for you.<\/p>\n

Common problems<\/h3>\n

There are lots of small problems that can affect a roof. In most cases you\u2019ll only need some small repairs doing. Common problems include missing, loose or cracked slates or tiles<\/a>, blocked gullies or gutters and worn or cracked flashing (the lead finishing around the tiles or slates). If you have skylights, then you can also get leaks coming in if they were poorly installed. Damage to the roof is often caused by wind, with items such as TV aerials sometimes being blown over and causing damage. In most cases your roofer may have to use scaffolding to complete the work. Do ask about this when they\u2019re giving you a quote for the work.<\/p>\n

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If it all goes wrong<\/h3>\n

If there\u2019s something seriously wrong with your roof then it may need a more serious repair or even replacement. Do bear in mind that the average lifespan of a roof is around 25 years. This could mean that the felt and tiles need replacing or removing and renovating. If your roof is bowing or you\u2019re losing a lot of tiles, then your roof may be on its way out. In some cases, you can need the actual structure replacing or repairing, which may mean new wooden beams. This is fairly rare and often results from poorly-installed roofs or other subsidence or structural problems. This may cause the wooden supports to warp or twist. A full replacement roof will cost around \u00a35,000 for the average home.<\/p>\n

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Winter\u2019s not the best time to get large-scale roofing work done, but it\u2019s certainly the time to scope out what work needs doing and get those smaller jobs sorted. You won\u2019t want to have your roof replaced when it\u2019s blowing a gale, raining or snowing, unless it\u2019s an emergency. But winter offers the chance to …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":42754,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3049,3034,3046,3043],"tags":[533],"class_list":["post-25072","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advice","category-by-trade","category-iain-aitch","category-roofing","tag-roofer"],"yoast_head":"\nCommon roof problems and how to deal with them - Rated People Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The best time to get your roof looked at and how to deal with common roof problems. 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