After winter, compare the roof edge, gutters and visible roofing with your earlier photos. Note any new staining or drainage changes.
Compare current photos with what you saw before winter. Note any new material on the ground or marks near the roof edge, then share the observations during intake.
If you need help finding the source of a leak or deciding what work to request, ask Dekoven Roofing for a roof assessment.
Spring is a good time to check for winter damage.
Take photos and note dates so you can compare next year.
If the attic is accessible, check with a flashlight for dark stains on the underside of the decking, damp or compressed insulation and daylight where it should not appear.
Smell can also be a clue, since musty odors suggest moisture. Photograph anything unusual and share it with the roofer.
Schedule an inspection for concerns before spring storms arrive.
At least once a year.
A roofer or inspector.
Both are useful.
Related: Request a roof assessment
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