Category: Roof Inspection

Warmer weather is upon us and spring is right around the corner. We know we’re ready, but is your roof? Especially with the crazy winter weather we’ve had this year, it’s a good idea to check for ice and snow damage that can easily occur. It would also be a good idea to have a professional come out for an annual inspection to ensure everything is safe and sound up there.  However, prior to giving HNL a call to come take a look, you can scope out your situation from the ground with some binoculars. If you’re feeling it, you can also climb up onto the roof to take a look around and remove any large items and debris, including branches, twigs and leaves. Be sure to have an assistant on hand to be on the lookout in case there’s an emergency while you’re up there.  Now, let’s talk about ways you can begin to prep your roof for this glorious season! 1. Remove Any Loiterers We talked about this above, but it bears repeating. Remove any and all debris you can from the roof. Sticks, branches, pine needles and leaves all need to be vacated. Otherwise, once those spring

When you decide to sell your home, every decision you make can impact how well it goes. You have to be smart about any updates and repairs you make in order to have your home sell quickly and at an ideal price. While it may seem that obvious updates are the best path to selling well, it’s actually structural, practical things that are most important. This includes your roof. Signs You Need a New Roof A faulty roof will quickly diminish the value and overall appeal of a home, and basic repairs will not help. So, you may be wondering if this applies to your roof. Consider the following things to help you decide if your roof should be replaced prior to going on the market: It’s outlived its lifespan— Mileage varies for each roof based on the materials that were used to build it, so it’s impossible to give an exact number of years. However, a professional can come take a look and give you a good idea of where you’re at in the journey. An asphalt roof can run you up to 20 years, while a metal roof is more like 50 years, so there is a major

It’s a peaceful weekend at your house, when suddenly you get a knock at the door. You find a professionally dressed man with a clipboard standing on your porch and wonder what he’s selling. He immediately starts his pitch about a recent storm and how much damage he’s seeing on your roof. Initially, you question his validity because you already checked out the roof and saw no obvious signs of problems. But then doubt creeps in. You’re not a professional, so you could be wrong. Or perhaps you’re not. Roofing scams have been around for decades, yet people still fall prey to them. These criminals seek out budget-conscious people that have no idea about how roofing works. Roofing scammers push to do work immediately then disappear with your money after providing shoddy work. Now, you may be wondering how you can ensure you don’t become a victim of one of these scams. These are three important tips on how to spot scammers: 1. Damage You Cannot See 9 times out of 10, your home is totally okay following a major storm. You’ve already taken a good look around and haven’t noticed any damage, but that darn salesman is telling you

There was a huge storm in your neighborhood! Everyone made it out okay, but there’s debris everywhere and cleanup is going to be a chore. At first glance, your house looks just fine, but what about the roof? How can you tell if it’s damaged or unsafe? Does a professional need to come out and look at it? While this can be confusing to figure out on your own, there are some basic things you can lookout for to determine what to do next. Take Note of the Obvious There will be times that the signs of damage are glaringly obvious and you know there might be a problem. These signs include: Water marks on the ceiling Missing and damaged shingles Wet or peeling walls Flashing that appears broken or damaged Water issues occuring around the home Sizeable branches or entire trees on the roof These are all things that you’ll notice immediately and most likely require a professional to remedy. However, maybe there are less obvious things that you’re missing. Signs That Can Be Seen But Aren’t Apparent Assuming you’re not a roof expert, there are some signs that you can safely keep an eye out for. Keep in