It’s almost icicle season! If you’re not up-to-date on your gutters and roof, NJ’s winter weather can tear them both apart! And, if you’re like many homeowners, you may have been putting off those roof and gutter repairs for a while. Between the pandemic, inflation, and everyday stressors, the thing above your head may be the last thing on your mind. But if your roof is showing signs of wear and tear, it’s best to get them replaced before the heart of winter sets in. Here are some tips for getting your roof and gutters in good shape before the snow piles on!
How Gutters and Roofing Work Together
If you’re not a roofing specialist, NJ’s rain and snow probably just seem to get rid of themselves. Sure, you see the snow on the roof in the winter, and you hear the melted snow and rain go down the gutters, but do you give either one a lot of thought? Gutters are a very important part of your roof, because they are the structures that move water safely away. They protect the edge of your roofing materials where the water might collect otherwise, and they direct that water off of the roof and away from your property. That’s why backed-up gutters can cause roof damage and water leaks.
Signs Your Roof Needs Repair
So how do you know when your gutters and roof need repair? Gutter problems are easy to spot, but hard to diagnose—you can usually see where leaves are clogging up your gutter, or where icicles start to form, but until a professional looks closely, it can be difficult to determine if that is due to a clog, a break in the gutter, or something else. Even a tiny gap in gutter sealant can create leaks that can grow bigger with time! If your gutters are falling, sagging, or drooping, or if water “sloshes” over the edges, you could use an evaluation by NJ’s best roofers.
Fix Your NJ Roof and Gutters at the Same Time for Savings
For the best savings and greatest convenience, get your roof and gutters repaired at the same time by a qualified roofing professional in New Jersey. We will perform a full evaluation of your roof and gutters to make sure everything flows smoothly—and away from your property. If repairs are needed, you can often save money by hiring the same company to repair both. Our teams will already be up on your roof, and we will ensure that our roof and gutter repairs match up perfectly.
Don’t wait until the snow piles on to attend to your gutters and roofing—call Allied Roofing and Construction today for repairs or replacements that will keep you warm and dry all winter long.
