Keeping Your Gutters Clean! (Video)

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Yakima Roofing – Gutter Clean Up! 🧽

Below are some ways you can stay on top of cleaning your gutters! It’s important to clean your gutters for the following reasons: (Video at end)

1. Gutters Prevent Water Damage To Your Home

Gutters are design to move water from your roof/ home structure to the ground. So if there is leaves or other clutter in the gutter it’s going to clog up the space needed to effectively move water.

2. Clean Gutters Help Keep Home Safe

Things that can get caught in your gutter can lead to mildew and mold growth.If it gets bad it can spread into your home and living spaces.

3. Clean Gutters Increase Home Value

If you regularly take care of your gutters at the time you want to sell your home or business place you can increase your homes value. If a home inspector spots that you need new gutters a potential home buyer is going to take that into consideration before buying your home.

4. Hire A Professional 

Here at Yakima Roofing & Repair we can assist you with your gutter cleaning needs. Call and ask for a free Quote!

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-Yakima Roofing Co

Roof Repair & Replacement Services

How To Know Your Roof Is Failing

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Failing Roof Signs In Yakima, WA

It’s important to keep a healthy roof on your home because it’s one of the most important parts of house for keeping your family and all your personal belongings safe. Roof’s can last for 20 – 30 years but there are instances where you may need it replaced sooner. There are signs to look for that will show a failing roof. We’ll talk about that next.

Roof Shingle Issues

One quick way to know the health of of your roof is to look at the shingles. If some shingles are missing or they are bending and breaking away you’ll want to repair the section or have a new roof replacement.

Water Leaks

One clear sign of a failing roof is having water leaks into your home. If you begin noticing leaking it’s mostly likely time for a repair or replacement. If you are noticing leaks please contact a roofing contractor to examine the problem area. A roofing patch can temporarily help protect your home but overall it would be wise to consider a replacement.

 

What You Can Do About It

First thing that we recommend is reaching out to a roof specialist to give an inspection of your roof that way you can get a clear picture of what your needing. If you contact us at Yakima Roofing we can give you a full estimate and time frame to get your roof back to new.