The rainy season has arrived in our country, starting in May and lasting until approximately November, although the heaviest rainfall is always expected in October.
Typical days during this season usually start out sunny, and it's not until the afternoon that light showers begin, sometimes turning into heavy downpours over short periods of time.
With the arrival of this weather, we need to take some precautions to keep our homes in good condition, and in this blog we'll give you some tips to protect your home's roof.
It's essential to carefully inspect the materials that make up your roof, as this will help you prevent any problems the rains may cause.
Plastic sheets, skylights and light diffusers are made of very fragile materials and can be damaged, so they need to be checked constantly during the rainy season.
Polycarbonate or zinc sheets can also develop cracks, wind damage or some sagging, and this could turn into an annoying leak inside your home.
In addition, checking the nails or screws will help you detect loose sheets that could eventually lift in the heavy rains or winds typical of the season.
These parts of the roof tend to cause most of the problems, since a lot of debris usually builds up there.
Depending on where you live or how close your home is to trees, the dirt in the gutters can be greater, causing pooling or water leaks.
Likewise, inspecting and cleaning the rain drain boxes will help keep water from accumulating, especially when the heavy rains begin, thus preventing flooding.
Check the flashing joints
Another point that can cause problems during the rainy season is the joints or seals of the flashing, since water may also leak through this area.
The best practice is to replace or repair the flashing seals or other sheet-metal work whenever necessary.
Watch for damage caused by third parties
Many times when a new service is installed at home, such as cable antennas, solar panels, air conditioners or other equipment, the installers aren't careful and end up damaging the roofing.
You should be present during the installation so your roof doesn't get damaged, and if it does, you can repair it right away and avoid further problems.
It's a good idea to inspect your roof before the rains begin in the country and to re-inspect it every 4 months. This will help you not only keep your roof in good condition but also prevent deterioration in your home.