According to Thomas Castellanos, autumn is an ideal for homeowners to review the condition of their roofs, as weather is often temperate enough to complete maintenance and inspection without little interference. In addition, taking care of any roofing issues early on can save a homeowner a great deal of time and money if structural damage becomes present in the winter--such as leaking spots. In addition, as the fall season delivers a considerable amount of debris, it is essential to make sure leaves, needles and other vegetation are not posing a threat to the structure of a roof.

A recent article from Sioux City Journal discusses important aspects to address in "fall cleaning" for homeowners--including cleaning gutters and roofs. The article suggests, "Climb up on the roof [and] check for shingles that are buckling, broken or missing, and fix or replace them." While it is important to inspect shingles and other roofing materials for damage, Castellanos encourages all homeowners to strongly consider safety precautions.

Tom Castellanos states, "Cleaning, inspecting and repairing a roof can be very dangerous activities for those who are not that experienced with home repairs. Depending on the condition of the material, it may be necessary to use harsh chemicals or work in high-risk elevated positions. As such, it is encouraged that all individuals who find that their roof is in need of cleaning or repair strongly consider referring to a professional roofing service that can conduct thorough and safe inspection and maintenance."

Although some budget-conscious homeowners may feel that resorting to inspection and maintenance services for roofing quality are unnecessary, not taking preventative action could end up costing the consumer more in the end.

"When homeowners are not smart about pursuing roofing repairs, they may find that their roofs are at risk of developing leaks and openings. Not only could such conditions create a greater potential for water damage, but they can also lead to heat loss and more expensive energy bills for the homeowner," Thomas Castellanos concludes.

ABOUT:

Thomas Castellanos is the CEO and President of East Coast Metals, Inc., a superior materials supply manufacturer in Hialeah, Florida. Thanks to his leadership, East Coast Metals has become an industry leader in roofing, meeting the needs of its clients through innovative new techniques and practices. In this way, Castellanos has helped to revolutionize the roofing industry and steer East Coast Metals to significant growth via an overwhelming amount of support from satisfied customers. Castellanos draws upon his full career experience to offer a wide variety of quality services, including market analysis, strategy development, strategic partnerships, operational planning and manufacturing operation reengineering.