Are You Looking For A Roofing Company In Yakima, Washington?

Faulty roofs cause a number of very serious problems in Yakima. Although Yakima is considerably drier than other parts of the state, roof leaks are still a major issue in the region. Even comparatively small amounts of moisture inside of a home can cause major damage, such as destroying paint and drywall, rusting nails and screws, and weakening structural support beams. Roof damage also makes it much more challenging to regulate the temperature of your home. In Yakima, this problem is especially prominent during the winter. Because warm air rises, it easily escapes through small holes in a deteriorating roof, meaning that your heating systems will have to work harder to keep the inside of your home comfortably warm. A faulty roof can add over $100 a month to your heating and cooling bills.

What sort of roof repair will I need?

That is impossible to answer without first inspecting your roof. What repairs will be necessary will be dependent on a number of factors including the overall condition of your roof, the extent and severity of any damage, and the previous repair history of your roof. Some of the repair options which might be available to you include:

• Localized Repairs. In many cases, roof damage will be localized to a specific area of your roof. This is most common when the damage was caused by an isolated event such as a wind storm or a lightning strike. If the overall condition of the roof is good other than the damaged region and the damage is comparatively minor, it is often possible to repair the damaged area only without working on the rest of the roof. Examples of such repairs include tightening isolated loose shingles or sealing a small hole.
• Replacement. All roofs have an expiration date because they are constantly taking the full brunt of the unrelenting Central Washington elements. Eventually even the sturdiest roofs succumb to the extreme power of nature. At this point, further repairs would be functionally useless or prohibitively expensive, and the roof must be replaced entirely. The usable life span of a roof is incredibly variable and is determined by such factors as the type of roofing material used, whether or not the roof was properly maintained throughout its life, and the amount of direct sunlight the roof is exposed to on a regular basis. Even the shortest-lived modern shingle roofs typically last at least 20 years, while certain stone and concrete tiles have the potential to last for a century or more. 1-800-Roofcare can replace your roof and provide you with valuable advice on doing so, such as what treatments your roofing materials should have to cope with the environment and pest species found in Yakima.
• Re-Covering. When you replace a roof, you typically have to remove all existing roofing materials before you can install the new roof. In limited circumstances, re-covering is an alternative option, whereby new roofing materials are installed on top of the existing roof without removing it first. Re-covering is generally limited to roofs made of asphalt, wooden, or architectural shingles. Due to practical and legal considerations, you may only re-cover a roof a certain number of times, usually once. Our local Yakima affiliate can advise you whether or not re-covering is an option for your home.

What does a proper roof maintenance routine entail?

Proper roof maintenance both reduces the likelihood of roofing issues spreading to the interior of your home and potentially extends the life of your roof by several years. 1-800-Roofcare recommends that all of our customers have a professional roofing contractor out to their home at least twice a year to inspect their roof. During these inspections, your roof can be cleared of debris and washed, but the major purpose is to identify potential problems before they worsen. If the damage is minor and easily repaired, it may be possible to resolve the issue at the time of the inspection, while major repair work will have to be scheduled for a later time.

How do I get started on determining my roofing needs?

• Telephone Contact. As always, we can be reached by dialing 1-800-Roofcare. One of our helpful and engaging customer service representatives will direct you to our local Yakima affiliate who will be responsible for servicing your home.
• Electronic Contact. The Internet has taken over the world, and 1-800-Roofcare is keeping pace. We have included a contact form on this webpage for your convenience. When you complete and send in that form, we will process your information and respond with additional details.

Where does 1-800-Roofcare operate in Yakima County?

Ahtanum

Eschbach

Gleed

Grandview

Granger

Harrah

Mabton

Moxee

Naches

Satus

Selah

Summitview

Sunnyside

Terrace Heights

Tieton

Toppenish

Union Gap

Wapato

White Swan

Yakima

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