How to Get Your Roof Ready for Storm Season
In Gainesville, FL, most of the 48.31 inches of annual rain falls in summer showers and thunderstorms, with about 8 inches in August. The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, though NOAA says inland Gainesville does not have serious hurricane problems.
Prepare Your Roof Before Summer Storms
Clear debris and loose items
Have leaves and branches cleared from valleys and gutters, trim limbs that hang over the roof, and secure patio furniture, grills and other loose items that wind could throw. Gutter cleaning is not a service this site covers.
Document the roof beforehand
Take dated photos of each roof slope from the ground, the attic decking and every ceiling. Keep the roof's installation date, invoices and warranty papers with your insurance policy where you can find them quickly.
Fix small problems early
Have a roofer look at lifted shingles, cracked vent boots, worn sealant and loose flashing before the summer rains begin. Small repairs done ahead of the wet months are simpler than drying out ceilings and insulation later.
Get roofing help before the next heavy rain.
Have leaves and branches cleared from valleys and gutters, trim limbs that hang over the roof, and secure patio furniture, grills and other loose items that wind could throw. Gutter cleaning is not a service this site covers.
Document the roof beforehand
Take dated photos of each roof slope from the ground, the attic decking and every ceiling. Keep the roof's installation date, invoices and warranty papers with your insurance policy where you can find them quickly.
Fix small problems early
Have a roofer look at lifted shingles, cracked vent boots, worn sealant and loose flashing before the summer rains begin. Small repairs done ahead of the wet months are simpler than drying out ceilings and insulation later.
Get roofing help before the next heavy rain.