20 point roof inspection check list
Waiting for water stains to show up on your ceilings is not the best strategy when it comes to determining when your roof needs maintenance work. It will be very late and expensive! Water stains on your ceiling is, in most of the cases, sure indication that your roof needs lots of attention, the boards and the rafters are already rotten, attic insulation has deteriorated, mold may be present in your attic.
Get your roof ready for winter and avoid surprises! Who wants to fix his roof in the middle of the winter?
13 possible spots for your roof leak
You have noticed water damage on your ceiling but you do not know how to locate the exact spot of a roof leak? A simple inspection of the roof usually reveals shingles missing from your roof or a damaged roof flashing but sometimes it can be difficult to locate the exact spot and the best thing to do is to climb up into the attic and look for signs of water damage on the underside of the roof deck.
How to inspect your roof
When was the last time when you inspected your roof? Some people inspect their roofs before winter sets in for good reasons. A neglected roof can cost much more than what would normally do if roof boards and studs have to be replaced or interior ceilings and walls repaired. The rule of thumb is to inspect either annually or bi-annually unless your area went through extreme weather events such as extreme heat, violent storms, large quantities of snow, etc. In these cases, inspecting your roof as soon as possible after the event can save you thousands of dollars.
Why ventilate your attic?
Current building codes typically call for attic ventilation to minimize condensation under the roof sheathing. This requirement is based on experimental results showing that with 1 ft2 (0.09 m2) of vent opening for every 300 ft2 (28 m2) of attic area will successfully prevent moisture buildup in attics. Other commonly cited benefits of attic ventilation are reducing moisture problems, minimizing ice dams, ensuring shingle service life and reducing cooling load. But ventilation should be part of a broader strategy…
How to control moisture in attics
Do you feel smell of a mold entering your house under damp weather conditions, usually in summer? Do you see evidence of water stains or mold on the sheathing, rafters or trusses in your attic? Is your attic insulation packed down or stained by water or ice? If the answer is yes to any or all of these questions, you got excessive moisture in your attic.
Why and how to install a shower filter
Did you know that taking hot showers causes your body to absorb more chlorine and toxins then drinking water from the same chlorinated water supply?
Chlorine is used to kill harmful bacteria in the public watter supply but it is also toxic for you. Many people know this fact and use water filters to remove chlorine from the drinking water. But most of them neglect the truth that taking showers with chlorinated water is even more dangerous. Read more
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