Not only do we have the summer’s smoldering heat, but we have a monsoon season. Both extremes of weather can cause damage to your roof and if left unrepaired, the inside of your home. To prepare your home for Arizona’s monsoon season, follow these three guidelines.
Even if your roof seems flat, your roof is built at a slight angle so that water can drain from the roof as fast as possible. Any loose, damaged, or missing tiles expose a soft underlayment that makes it harder for this method to flow. Standing water often remains and accumulates on your roof, eventually damaging the soft interior underneath the tiles and ultimately water will begin to leak into your home.
Need someone to get on your roof and check it out? Contact us for an inspection of your roof.
Arizona monsoon season is the perfect recipe for 60 mph winds, which is considered storm winds, and these often result in significant structural damage to a building as well as the uprooting of trees. By trimming and removing branches around your home, you could be preventing branches from flying through your window and potentially hurting someone in your home. You may like that tall palm tree in your front yard but it could be a major threat to you, your family, and your home during monsoon season.
Hands down the safest way to protect your home from the monsoon season damage are to hire your local, trusted, roofing company for an inspection. Ideally, have your trusted roofing contractor inspect your roof once a year and in the summer months before the storm season hits. A qualified contractor will identify any loose, damaged, or missing tiles, clogged gutters, and objects such as branches or trees that could potentially destroy your roof if they were to fall.
The most cost-effective thing you can do for monsoon season is to schedule a consultation with Capstone Roofing. We will come to your home, take measurements and investigate any areas you have advised show signs of a leak, then give you a written estimate in approximately 2 business days that outlines the scope of the work we will be performing, as well as detailing pricing. Get in touch with an expert now!
The Arizona Department of Transportation's number one tip to stay safe during monsoon is: don't drive through a dust storm. However, if you find yourself driving through one, follow these 3 steps for your safety, and for everyone else around you.
- While being aware of those around you, slow down, and pull off to the side of the road.
- Turn OFF all lights including your emergency flashers. Other drivers may think you are moving traffic and end up driving into your car instead.
- Stay in your vehicle with your seatbelt and emergency brake on until the storm passes.
- Put together an emergency kit for your family and pets, preparing for at least 72 hours. Include one gallon of water per person as well as prescriptions, important documents, a radio, and battery-operated lights.
- Check for potential hazards like overhanging branches and trees and loose debris.
- Practice a drill at home. Create a family communication plan that specifies a place to meet and out of town contacts.
We are your professional roofing service in the Phoenix Metro Area, serving the entire state of Arizona. Our highly trained and experienced team is dedicated to delivering quality craftsmanship while prioritizing in continuing education. Stay ahead of the storm. Contact us for a free estimate today!