Residential Roof Maintenance

Want your roof to last longer?

Here are a few maintenance tips.

MONTHLY CHECKLIST

✓‍ ‍Walk around your home and look for missing, curled, or damaged shingles

✓‍ ‍Check your gutters and downspouts for clogs or a build up of shingle granules.

✓‍ ‍Look for dark streaks, algae, buildup of moss on the shingles

✓‍ ‍Look in the attic for damp insulation, water stains, or daylight showing through the boards

Recommended Seasonal Maintenance

  • Close-up of pink magnolia flowers on a tree branch with droplets of water, in front of a house with a brown roof and beige trim.

    SPRING

    ✓ Clean gutters. 

    ✓ Trim branches that touch or hang over the roof. (Trim tree limbs at least 6–8 feet away from the roof.)

    ✓ Check that soffit vents and attic vents are not blocked.

    ✓ Schedule a professional inspection if there have been any severe storms including ice and snow.

  • Backyard patio with table, chairs, umbrella, and grill, enclosed by a screened porch and manicured lawn with landscaped bushes and trees surrounding a light blue house with a vinyl siding exterior.

    SUMMER

    ✓ Look for dark green streaks and moss or algae growing – especially in areas that the roof is shaded.

    ✓ Check attic temperatures and ventilation.

    ✓ Make sure and repair any loose flashing.

    ✓ Check gutters before summer storms happen.

  • A white house with black shutters and a yellow front door, surrounded by trees with yellow leaves in autumn.

    FALL

    ✓ Check your roof for missing shingles or shingles that are curling.

    ✓ Hire a professional to reseal around chimneys and vents.

    ✓ Check and make sure gutters and downspouts are free of debris buildup. 

    ✓ Schedule a professional roof inspection if you have had any severe spring or summer weather.

  • A snowy scene featuring a house with blue and white siding and a large snow-covered tree in front.

    WINTER

    ✓ Remove heavy snow if possible, to prevent damage.

    ✓ Look for ice dams.

    ✓ Check attic for frost or condensation.

    ✓ Make sure soffit vents and attic vents are not blocked.

    ✓ Make sure gutters and downspouts are not clogged.

St. Louis weather can be hard on your roof and speed up wear.  Performing these easy maintenance tips can help you stay ahead of problems and save you money in the long run. 

Maintaining your roof will extend the life of your roof. 

Mistakes that shorten the life of your roof - 

✗ Ignoring small leaks.

✗ Poor maintenance. 

✗ Pressure washing shingles.

✗ Adding multiple layers of shingles instead of doing the recommended tear-off.

✗ Poor attic ventilation and blocked soffit vents cause moisture problems as well as increased energy cost.

✗ Letting gutters overflow because of buildup of debris.

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Roof Maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions

  • At National Roofing, we recommend you check your roof from the ground every month and schedule a professional inspection every Spring and Fall.  With St. Louis storms being unpredictable, after any extreme weather event it is a good idea to do an extra check to make sure there is not storm related damage.

  • Most roofs last 20–30 years, but weather plays a big role. Regular maintenance and proper ventilation can add years to your roof’s life. If you are wondering how much longer your roof will last our insured and bonded team can inspect for FREE and evaluate the condition of the roof.

  • Absolutely. Clogged gutters cause water backup, wood rot, and shingle damage. National Roofing often sees preventable leaks caused by gutters that have not been maintained by regular cleaning.

  • Look for dents in gutters, missing shingles,  sand-like pebbles (granules) in downspouts, or interior water stains. Most hail damage you cannot see from the ground, so a professional inspection is best. 

  • Item Not always, but it shouldn’t be ignored. Moss traps moisture, which shortens shingle life. National Roofing uses safe, non-damaging methods to clean problem areas without harming your shingles. NEVER PRESSURE WASH YOUR SHINGLED ROOF.

  • Putting off small repairs. A loose shingle or tiny leak can turn into attic damage quickly. National Roofing sees this after storms when homeowners didn’t realize that a minor issue had gotten worse resulting in bigger problems.

  • Yes — dramatically. Poor ventilation causes heat and moisture buildup that ages shingles faster. During our inspection we will evaluate your attic ventilation as well as check your soffit vents.

  • Light snow is fine, but heavy snow or ice dams can cause problems and need to be removed. If it is not safe for you to remove the snow or ice dams call a licensed and insured professional.

  • If your roof is relatively new and there is not much damage, repairs may be all you need. However, older roofs with widespread wear or storm damage will need replaced.  After our inspection National Roofing will always give you honest, straightforward recommendations.

  • Homeowners can do basic maintenance  like cleaning gutters, trimming tree branches, and looking for visible issues from the ground. Repairs to shingles or flashing, and storm damage evaluation should be left to the professionals.  We have the experience and safety training to do it right.

  • Once a year is recommended.  However, if your roof is newer every 2-3 years is fine.  Remember is is extremely important to get your roof professionally inspected after any major St. Louis weather event.  Our FREE inspection will provide you with photos and documentation for your insurance claim. 

  • Yes — and we proudly maintain all required licensing and insurance for residential and commercial roofing. Being veteran-owned and woman-owned, we take professionalism, integrity, and transparency seriously.