ROOFING CONTRACTORS, IDAHO

Idaho roofing contractors are experts in all-season roof repairs - they have to be!  Any state that has its own snowmobile association and averages approximately 180 inches of snowfall per year takes it seriously. (We’ve had a record snowfall of 500 inches.) Homeowners have a unique challenge in keeping a home safe, warm and intact because with the snow comes melt offs and sudden freezes.  This creates plenty of opportunity for roof repair.
 
Winter in Idaho is a longer season and melt-offs are still occurring in May. With that much snow, more than 12 feet annually, moisture retention is not the only concern that homeowners and businesses have for their roofs – collapsing in –20 degrees Fahrenheit is no fun no matter the circumstances. That much snow for months on end is a big stress factor so Idaho residents really need to take advantage of any free estimates that reputable roofers in Idaho are giving for roof repair and possibly for roof replacement.
 
As the snow melts and refreezes, icicles form and moisture can be driven up the roof under roofing shingles and tiles which can cause structural damage. It is important that your attic is properly vented to prevent a lot of moisture build up that can speed up the decay of joists and trusses – all the underpinnings of your roof which you cannot see but are being impacted by the stress of snow burden, wind, hail, rain, heat and freezing.
 
Rain averages about 40 inches annually in the northern part of Idaho – absolutely nothing to sneeze at. Remember, that is in addition to all the snow so there is a lot of weather factor for Idaho residents to be aware of. With roof damage comes potential harm to your entire home and your family so keeping up with your roof repair is essential. Schedule regular inspections with your Idaho roofing contractors.