To guarantee your family's comfort during winter, you need to fortify your home against weather elements and the best time to do that is before it gets colder. It begins with having a roof that can withstand storms, cold, and snow and keep you warm even if there's a power outage. Here are five to-dos for keeping your roof in good condition during winter: 

Full Roof Inspection

Most of the hazards caused to a house by winter storms begin with the roof. Your roof might be missing a few shingles, while some might be damaged. The same applies to flashing surrounding the roof projections, particularly the chimney. You could inspect the roof and fix these issues if you fancy do-it-yourself. However, ensure that your shoes are well-fastened with nonskid soles. For homeowners without the time, skill, and expertise to do the roofing inspection themselves, getting professional help is a safer option. 

Insulation Check

Properly insulating your home can prevent accidents, save money, and make your home more comfortable. Hire insulation contractors to evaluate different areas of your home that require proper insulation. These include your attic, water heater, heating system, unused fireplace, crawl space, and garage. Solid insulation prevents air and carbon monoxide leaks. Proper insulation checks ensure that your home is energy efficient and saves unnecessary heating costs. 

Winterization and Damage Repair

You need to prepare your HVAC system for winter. The first part is critically reviewing your home's mechanical and structural systems. Chances are high that some parts are damaged; you might not notice these during summer and fall. You can perform a test run by turning the thermometer to heat mode at 80-degree Fahrenheit. The furnace will turn on, and warm air should blow in a couple of minutes. Contact a qualified service technician if the furnace is not working correctly. Also, check the water pipe, windows, doors, and outdoor lights to see if everything is in perfect condition.

Check the Moisture Barriers

Winter is not the best time to retain unnecessary moisture in your home. During the winter, snow will melt, and water will find a means of getting into your home without a properly installed moisture barrier. Moisture barriers are also useful as a cover for basements to prevent build-up and leakage that could impact the floor above. Furthermore, they safeguard against humidity, rot, mold, and termite invasion. 

Prepare Snow Removal Equipment

Snow removal makes our life more bearable during the winter. Many of us are guilty of abandoning this equipment until we need them. Take a moment to check your equipment where you keep them. Try to service mechanical ones such as snow blowers and snow throwers. For human-powered ones, ensure they are in good shape. 

Hire Professional Residential Roofers

No matter how much you prepare for winter, having a leaky or weak roof will frustrate your effort. There's a limit to what you can do on your own. Keep your roof in top shape by hiring professional home roofers. Start with a free quote, or get in touch with us today.