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Four Facts About Your Roof That You May Not Know

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You probably do not climb up onto your roof very often. (We roofing professionals generally do not encourage it.) Since you are not up there, you likely do not have intimate knowledge of what is up there. No worries! We have you covered. Here are six things you might not know about your roof.

1. Your Roof is Not Flat

Some parts of your roof may look flat. They are not! Any roof needs at least a slope of ¼ inch per foot.

2. The Roof Decking is Significant

The roof decking needs to be strong, because it supports the weight of the entire system of the roofing. It is the base that sits on the trusses – the structural bones of your attic. The roof decking covers the rafters and supports the weight of the shingle. It is usually made of plywood or oriented strand board (OSB).

3. We Cannot Build Over an Existing Roof

It may seem obvious to put more material on top of your current roof, in the event of a leak. A double-layered roof is too heavy, though, and just covers up the rotting material, which lets the problem worsen.

4. Different Roofs Work in Different Climates

Places where it snows often call for Gable roofs, which are made from two triangles forming a right angle. These Gable roofs work well with attics. Places that have high winds are better suited to a hipped roof, with four equally long sides. And dry climates call for flatter roof systems.

Why Might You Need To Repair Those Box Gutters?

Box gutters are susceptible to a few frequent issues. In an area like Cincinnati, where deciduous trees flourish, it’s easy to clutter up a gutter with dead leaves and other natural debris. These gutters often leak. Even after you have cleaned debris out, water can drip through those trims. If you notice this, then it’s time for some box gutter repair. You may have holes, either from rust or from separations in the solder joints. Either way, you want to keep these gutters watertight. Also common is having water spill out over the front of the gutter, rather than funneling down into the drainpipe. Clogs in the pipe could cause this, and the result of such spills could damage your exterior. Even worse is if you have water running behind the gutter. If the gutter’s front is taller than the back, then water could build up along your roof. When this happens, you could sustain water damage in your ceiling or along the inside of your exterior walls.

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