Your roof does so much for you: it keeps you dry during storms, warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and makes your home or commercial property a comfortable place. It also completes the appearance of your property. Without a functioning roof, you’ll be out in the cold, even when you’re inside.
That’s why the experts at MHI Roofing offer roof repairs in Pittsburgh at the first sign of trouble. We have over 45 years of experience repairing roofs of all kinds — including asphalt shingles, metal, and synthetic slate — and we are well-equipped to handle whatever problems may come your way.
Most roof repairs in Pittsburgh have similar causes, weather being one of the most common. However, there are several different reasons you may experience a problem with your roof, including but not limited to the following.
In Pittsburgh, high winds, thunderstorms, and tornadoes may all occur with some frequency. Any storm with high winds can easily result in roof damage, both from the wind itself impacting shingles or other roofing materials, as well as from the wind damaging trees nearby, which then drop debris or fall on your roof.
Hail can also be a concern, as when it falls the damage may not be immediately noticeable. No matter the type of storm, give MHI Roofing a call afterward for an inspection. We will gladly repair the issue if we find anything, and it is better to jump on any potential damage quickly before it gets worse during the next storm.
If your roof is not ventilated well, you may note signs of extreme temperature damage to your roof. Shingles could be cracked, blistered, or curling. This is because hot or cold air gets trapped in your attic if not properly ventilated, resulting in extremely high or low temperatures just below your roof. It can also eventually lead to structural damage, mold and mildew growth, and other severe problems.
Clogged gutters can lead to leaks and overflowing water during storms. When gutters are clogged, they are unable to redirect water for proper drainage, instead resulting in pooling water on your roof itself, or near your home’s foundation. It is important to maintain your gutters and install new gutters when they require replacement to avoid this issue. Add-ons like gutter guards can also make maintenance easier by catching debris, limiting the potential for clogs.
Mold and algae can grow over time on your roof, especially during the wetter months. Problems resulting from plant growth are easy to avoid with regular roof cleaning, but you may find that you need to repair some shingles if you let these substances thrive for too long. It is also possible that they will interfere with the structural integrity of your roof, resulting in more costly repairs.
MHI Roofing will be there to assist, no matter the reason you need repairs. We are proud to offer our services, year after year, and to continue expanding our knowledge in order to best serve you, whether you’re a homeowner or business owner.
