Roof Care Checklist for Gainesville, FL Homes
Regular looks at your roof in Gainesville, FL can show changes before summer storms turn them into leaks. This checklist does not replace a contractor's inspection, and none of it requires climbing onto the roof.
Scan the roof from the ground
Look for missing, curled or cracked shingles, lifted edges, dark streaks and sagging.
Check gutters for shingle granules
Heavy granule buildup, shingle bits after storms, or overflow at one corner can signal wear or clogged valleys.
Look inside the attic
With a flashlight, look for damp insulation, dark stains on the decking, daylight at nail holes or a musty smell. Go early; attics get dangerously hot.
Watch the flashing and vents
From the ground, note rusted or bent flashing, cracked vent boots, gaps at chimneys and any loose roof edge metal.
Keep trees and debris clear
Trim branches that rub the roof and have leaves cleared from valleys after storms. If you notice a change or a returning stain, ask about a roof inspection.
Scan the roof from the ground
Look for missing, curled or cracked shingles, lifted edges, dark streaks and sagging.
Check gutters for shingle granules
Heavy granule buildup, shingle bits after storms, or overflow at one corner can signal wear or clogged valleys.
Look inside the attic
With a flashlight, look for damp insulation, dark stains on the decking, daylight at nail holes or a musty smell. Go early; attics get dangerously hot.
Watch the flashing and vents
From the ground, note rusted or bent flashing, cracked vent boots, gaps at chimneys and any loose roof edge metal.
Keep trees and debris clear
Trim branches that rub the roof and have leaves cleared from valleys after storms. If you notice a change or a returning stain, ask about a roof inspection.