Home improvement projects should be more than just aesthetic upgrades. They have to be beneficial for the entire home. This is why home improvement projects are worth the time, effort, and cost. As the roof is the one component of your home that inevitably affects all others, homeowners should prioritize them when planning projects.
Here are four improvements you can make to maintain your roof:
1. Shingle Replacement
It’s natural for roofing systems to lose a few shingles over the course of the year. With constant weathering and exposure to temperature changes, some even extreme, shingles can become worn or frayed. Investing in new shingles, with the aid of local roofers, can bring your roof back to prime condition and efficiency.
2. Attic Ventilation
Improper attic ventilation can lead to problems like condensation. The truth is that both a lack of as well as an excess of ventilation can be bad for your home. Make sure to consult a reputable roofer to be certain about the level of ventilation optimal for your attic.
3. Gutter Covers
Gutters play an essential role in every roofing system and roof maintenance plan. Gutters channel rainwater away where it can’t do harm. Just as important, you’ll also need to go the extra mile and invest in a proper gutter protection system, or your gutters will just be one more liability.
4. Roof Maintenance
Regularly maintaining your roof is the most crucial of all these four steps. Without proper care, your roofing system can easily succumb to the ravages of time and weather. It’s equally important to invest in it as you would on other improvement projects.
Napolitano Roofing specializes in roofing and siding services. Count on us for home improvement projects to increase your roof’s protection and efficiency. We serve both East Hartford and Vernon, CT. Call us today at (860) 265-4001 to get a free estimate.