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With the unavoidable chilly, wet and snowy weather coming soon, it’s the right time to take the steps to winterize your home. Any home winterization plan should include the roof, gutters, insulation and preventative exterior maintenance. Use these tips to help your roof keep you more comfortable and save energy this winter season. MAKE REPAIRS Weak spots in your roof will be exposed during the upcoming months. Repair shingles that are loose or damaged, and be sure to replace any missing shingles. If you have a tile roof, replace any cracked or broken tiles. The flashing around the chimney should be sealed and around the windows cracked caulk should be removed and replaced. CUTBACK TREE LIMBS Even healthy tree limbs can come roaring down on your roof in high winds or under the weight of snow and ice. Cutback any tree limbs that may threaten your roofing system, and you may must save yourself an emergency repair and prevent water damage to your home. Most tree prunin

In the best possible conditions with no natural disasters a roof may just go through its life cycle with no repairs needed, not everyone has that luxury. If you are experiencing some or all of the symptoms below you will want to get prices for a new roof. If replacing an old roof is delayed, however, it could result in bigger problems down the road. Watch for the warning signs to be sure to give yourself plenty of time to add the project to your TO DO list. Potential signs that your roof may need to be replaced: ·    Shingle edges are curled, or shingle tabs are cupped ·    Bald spots where granules are missing ·    Cracked shingles ·    Your roof is at least 20 years old; while many shingles today are produced for durability, many factors can accelerate the aging of shingles. For example, if your roof is not properly ventilated, it can negatively impact your shingles ·    Neighbors are getting new roofs. Homes built around the same time can be experiencing the same ty