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ROOFING MAINTENANCE 

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Calgary Roofing Solutions offers preventative roof maintenance services for homeowners and commercial property managers and owners in Calgary and surrounding area.

Minimize Future Roofing Costs

​A regular roof maintenance program can extend the life of your roof and prevent the need for emergency repairs.  Our professional roofing specialists provide preventative maintenance programs that can help resolve minor roofing problems before they become expensive roofing complications.

 Roof Failure Can Damage More Than Your Roof

If your roof fails – the damage can be unexpected and result in serious destruction to both the exterior and interior structure and other costs:
  • Damage to the electrical system.
  • Structural damage to walls, floors and insulation.
  • Personal belongings, appliances, furniture, electronics and personal papers may also be threatened.  
  • Possibility of  mold and mildew remediation required.
  • Relocation and alternate accommodation during clean-up and restoration.
In addition, commercial property owners and property managers may also have to deal with:
  • Damage and replacement of inventory.
  • Tenant relocation and lost revenue.
  •  Productivity losses.
  •  Legal expenses.
  •  Voided manufacturer and/or labour warranties because of lack of regular roofing inspections.

Regular Roof Maintenance and Inspections

Not all roofs are created equal.
The condition, age, roofing material, rooftop traffic, size, environmental factors and accessibility all require different maintenance protocols.
The frequency of roofing inspections is also dependant on several factors.  Comprehensive visual surveys should be performed semi-annually and at least annually. However, roofs should be inspected and repaired after any major weather event – hail, freezing rain, windstorms and major snowstorms.
In addition to a regular roof survey and inspection – a roofing maintenance program should also include:

Checking Your Roof After Winter

Click this Global TV Report on how to inspect your roof after a harsh southern Alberta winter.

Roofing Maintenance Checklist

  • Cleaning of downspouts, drains and gutters.
  • Vegetation and moss removal.
  • Repair/Resurface damaged areas.
  • Pruning trees and shrubs in contact with roof.
  • Ice dam removal and de-icing.
  • Periodic Re-flashing to ensure weatherproofing.
​Calgary Roofing Solutions offers visual surveys, repairs and all of the roof maintenance programs for homeowners and commercial property managers and owners necessary to maximize the life of your roof.

Clogged Downspouts, Eaves Trough and Drains

​Anything that prevents your roof from not draining properly can contribute to the formation of ice dams later on.  Leaves, twigs, flying debris and other material that is not visible from the ground may slowly collect and begin blocking rain and meltwater from properly draining. That is why it is so important to ensure that your drains, downspouts and eaves troughs are inspected and cleaned out on a regular basis.  

Additional Weight

Satellite dishes, HVAC units, new roofing material, seasonal decorations or anything that increases the weight of your roof needs to be taken into consideration before installation.

Roof Age

As any roof begins to age and sealants start to shrink – they can gradually become more susceptible to leaks, rot and deterioration. These changes, while gradual, can eventually compromise the original structure and if not addressed lead to a collapse of the roof.