Roofs in buildings across the Southampton area are exposed to the elements due to the property’s coastal location. As a result, there are certain faults that occur more regularly than others.
Slipped or Broken Tiles
Even small amounts of damage to Roofing Tiles can allow water to penetrate to the Felt Underlayer beneath. As wind affects nibs and clips to Tiles, even in calm periods of weather Tiles can slip out of position and expose Felt. Check your Roof after any severe weather for signs of Slipped Roof Tiles.
Lead Flashing Failure
Lead Flashing Around Chimneys and Roof Valleys – Roofing Problems. As lead flashing around chimneys and roof valleys expands and contracts with temperature changes it can eventually lift or crack, allowing water to penetrate into the roof structure below.
Felt Underlayer Deterioration
The felt under the layer of tiles on roofs starts to deteriorate after 20-30 years. During the Southern England storm and wind warnings for Southampton, check if your roof is still doing its job.
Ridge Tile Failure
Mortar bedding of ridge tiles can dry out and crumble leaving the roof apex exposed. It is also possible that loose ridge tiles could fall and cause serious injury.
Moss and Lichen Build-Up
The retained moisture in the moss and lichen on your roof surface accelerates the deterioration of your roof tiles. In addition the growth blocks your roof drainage channels. We use a soft-wash treatment on your roof to clear the growth from your roof surface, without causing any damage to your roof tiles.
Blocked Guttering and Fascia Rot
Guttering that is allowed to overflow will be pouring water onto your timber Fascia boards, leading to rot. Check your gutters regularly and make repairs as necessary. Try to clear your gutters and downpipes at least twice a year and replace any soft or painted over timber. Roofers Southampton is covered in more detail at https://www.randsroofing.co.uk/roofing-services/roofers-southampton/.
Early identification of these problems can prevent further damage and higher costs to put right.
