How to Keep Your Asphalt Shingle Roof in Great Shape

Properly maintaining your asphalt shingle roof is crucial to ensuring it lasts for years to come! At AAA Roofing, we’ve put together a guide to help you keep your residential roof in top shape with tips from our roofing experts!

To extend the lifespan of your asphalt shingle roof, it’s important to inspect your roof regularly. A general rule of thumb is to have your roof inspected twice a year: once in the springtime and again in autumn. During these inspections, look for signs of wear and tear, such as curling or missing shingles, granular loss, and deterioration due to weather or other external factors.

It’s also important to clear away any debris that has accumulated on your roof. Leaves, sticks, and other materials can trap moisture in between the shingles and cause them to rot over time. Make sure you use a broom or soft-bristled brush to remove debris from the surface of your roof gently.

You should also make sure that you remove moss from our shingles. Moss growth isn’t an emergency, but it is best to remove it from your roof to prevent damage. This can be removed with a bucket of water and a scrubbing brush.

When it rains, or snows and your gutters are clogged, there will be nowhere for the water to go, resulting in the water pooling at the edge of your roof. To prevent long-term damage, you will need to make sure that you regularly clean your gutters, removing leaves, sticks, and other debris to allow the water to drain correctly.

If you live in an area prone to extreme weather, such as hail or high winds, install protective measures on your roof. For example, consider adding a metal roofing overlay which can help protect your existing shingles from damage caused by hail and wind.

If your roof has a steep pitch, consider installing ridge caps or hip guards to protect the shingles from weather-related wear.

Finally, one of the most important things you can do to extend the lifespan of your asphalt shingle roof is to keep it properly maintained and to have a professional perform roof repair as needed. Have any repairs done by an experienced roofer as soon as you notice them. This will ensure that any damage to your roof is addressed quickly and efficiently, which can help extend its lifespan.

Follow these tips to keep your asphalt shingle roof looking great and lasting for many years! By working with the team at AAA Roofing, you can help preserve your asphalt shingle roof. Our professional residential roofing company can perform inspections and repairs to keep your asphalt shingle roof in great shape!