{"id":117,"date":"2021-09-09T18:40:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-09T18:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/actionroofingandconstruction.com\/blog\/?p=117"},"modified":"2021-11-27T16:33:57","modified_gmt":"2021-11-27T16:33:57","slug":"tips-to-increase-the-lifespan-of-your-roof","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/actionroofingandconstruction.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/09\/tips-to-increase-the-lifespan-of-your-roof\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Increase the Lifespan of Your Roof"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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A new roof is an expensive home improvement project, therefore it is important to take care of them so they endure as long as possible. Regular roof cleaning is one way to go about it. Having a splotchy and streaky roof is not common. The gloeocapsa magma bacterium is generally responsible for roof stains and streaks. This is an example of algal growth in action. The bacteria will eat away at the limestone filler in many shingles after it has colonized your roof. This might lead to the loss of roof granules if it isn’t discovered in time.<\/p>

In addition to creating filthy streaks on the roof, mold and mildew may eat away at the roof’s shingles. Regular roof cleaning by a professional Ankeny roofer<\/a> is the best way to avoid this. As a result of regular wear and tear, some homeowners assume that their roof should only last 12 to 15 years. Unless the streaking on their roof is cleaned up, it can last for twenty-five to thirty years until it is gone.<\/p>

A professional roofer who is experienced in gentle washing is preferred over someone who cleans the roof themselves. A biodegradable cleaning solution will be used, which will stick to your roof instead of running off and damaging your property. The gentle wash uses low-pressure water. For this reason, you should stay away from companies that offer high-pressure cleaning services. He or she may also cause the spread of algae, which may allow them to enter your home or reattach to the recently cleaned roof. Depending on the size, cleaning a roof can cost several hundred dollars, but it is a lot less expensive than building a new roof, which can cost thousands.<\/p>

As a result, you cannot look up at your roof and see if it needs cleaning from the ground. You will need a ladder to inspect the roof. You should use a sturdy ladder to get to the roof, and someone should be watching you in case something goes wrong. You may check for past storm damage at the top of the ladder by looking for twisted or shattered tiles. Any damage must be fixed before you begin the roof cleaning process, so be sure to do so. Ankeny roofing contractors<\/a> can provide you with an inspection if you cannot. In addition, they would be able to repair any damage and clean the roof thereafter.<\/p>

You may extend the life of your roof by following these simple steps. Action Roofing<\/strong> specializes in roof repair, installation, replacement, and maintenance. Why not give us a call now at (515) 202-2173<\/strong> to find out more?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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