The weather has a range of effects on your roof and this is why it’s important to understand the potential damage that can be caused to your roofline system. When knowing the different signs of damage as well as what the different effects of different conditions are – you can adapt this to carry out maintenance as well as using this information to let you know when it’s time to call the experts.
Luckily throughout South Wales – we do not experience extreme weather conditions however there have been some cases of extreme winds, hail and other significant weather events. This means that although we often experience mild weather – you need to be prepared for extreme weather conditions.
This article will help you identify all of the common damage that is caused by a variety of different weather conditions. This may also help you identify common issues early and hopefully helps you understand your roof and avoid any nasty surprises later down the line. If you have any concerns with your roof – we highly recommend that you get in touch with a professional roofing company.
At Precision Roofing – we are one of the leading roofers in Cardiff. We have many years of experience and have supported many of our clients in Cardiff and the surrounding areas. Should you require roofing services – get in touch with our team now.
How Does the Weather Affect Your Roof?
As your roof is the only thing protecting your home from the elements from above – you’d probably expect that your roof receives a lot of damage. However – modern roof systems are very well constructed and are designed to deal with regular damage from rain and other common weather conditions. Even in good weather conditions – you will also want to think about other effects such as UV damage from the sun. Extreme weather should be a cause of concern if debris falls from the sky or you experience a heavy storm for example as you will need to check your roof for damage.
The following are things you will want to consider in hot weather:
Older Roofs – Time to Upgrade?
If your roof is 10 years old or more, you may want to think about a roof upgrade. You can save money on energy bills and improve ventilation when upgrading your roof so it’s something to consider when you approach the summer months. We can help advise you on the different roofing systems and designs that are available.
UV Damage From the Sun
UV damage will cause shrinkages and dry out your roof over time as your roof is exposed to unfiltered UV rays. This can cause structural damage to your roof as well as other issues such as tiles splitting or buckling and the joints between tiles becoming damaged. This can cause significant issues when facing rain or other issues so you will want to be aware and keep an eye on UV damage.
Rapid Temperature Changes
Something that you should consider across your home – rapid temperature changes can cause shrinkages and other issues. This will then cause areas such as the roof to buckle or other structural damage to your roof. Soffits and fascias that are built with certain materials such as timber will also experience severe shrinkage. This happens if it’s a particularly hot day and then temperatures rapidly cool in the night for example.
The following are things you will want to consider in cold weather:
Rain is Arguably the Most Common Problem
Unfortunately in the UK – rain is going to be the most prevalent cause of problems. Particularly in the Winter, you may experience days of rain and this rain beating down on your roof is only going to cause damage over time. You should definitely have a winter maintenance schedule in place to ensure that drainage is operating as expected in the winter months.
High-Speed Winds & Blizzards
High-speed winds can be the fastest cause of direct roof damage. Severe weather patterns can also rotate from around the world which then can cause freak winds and icy blizzards. This can cause extreme damage and it’s highly important to take a look at your roof system (if safe to do so) after a severe storm or a blizzard. Again, we recommend you have a winter maintenance schedule and get in touch with a professional roofing company if you have any concerns.
At Precision Roofing – we are one of the leading roofers in Cardiff. We have many years of experience and have supported many of our clients in Cardiff and the surrounding areas. Should you require roofing services – get in touch with our team now.