ROOFING CONTRACTORS, RHODE ISLAND

Rhode Island roofing contractors are well prepared for roof repair issues resulting from the gusting winds, sudden storms and general weather conditions peculiar to this island state. Hot and humid in summer, dissipated hurricanes in autumn and snow and ice storms in winter put lots of stress on your roofs, residential and commercial. That’s why it is really important for property owners to schedule a regular, annual roof inspection. Twice a year is even better. The earlier any leaks or problems are caught and handled, the longer the life of your roof and entire house.

The most common source of roof damage, and the most expensive, is storm weather. Though Rhode Island is not in the normal path of tornadoes and hurricanes, they do make it up the eastern seaboard primarily as tropical storms. The high winds and immense amount of rain can result in roof replacement, especially for homeowners who had been putting off repairs until too late.

New York is also famous for snow and ice storms, causing power outages and dropping so much snow that the weight can actually cause roofs to cave in. Snow means ice dams too. The snow melts and freezes repeatedly so that a dam forms at the edge of the roof, backing the water up under the roofing tile and down the walls and into the ceiling risking mildew and mold, weakening the very structure of the house.

Any defective flashing or vents, chimneys, fans, or skylights that were poorly installed become an additional conduit for moisture to get in as well as mildew and mold to grow. Adequate attic ventilation is as important in hot and humid summer climates as in cold, sub zero winters. With the furnace running non-stop to keep the older houses warm, all that heat rises into the attic and if not allowed to escape, cools and creates your own little rain forest effect. You can rely on your local Rhode Island roofing contractors to know exactly what to do.