Rooftops are easy to forget about until something goes wrong with them. Most homeowners only see their roofs when they are coming home, leaving, or spending some time outside. It’s easy to take rooftops for granted, but they require inspections, maintenance, and occasional repairs. According to Allstate, homeowners should have their roofs inspected once a year. Here are three reasons why it’s important to hire a local roofer to inspect your home’s roof annually.

1. Prevent Costly Repairs

The primary reason for hiring a local roofer to inspect your roof is to ensure all is well. If something is amiss, annual inspections make it easier to fix a small and affordable problem before it becomes a large and costly one. If your roof has loose or missing shingles, the inspector will note it and can fix it quickly. The inspection can reveal other problems that might require immediate repairs before the problem gets much worse. Annual inspections help keep your roof in good condition, which enables it to last as long as possible.

2. Maintain Warranty and Insurance Coverage

A new roof usually comes with warranty protection that stays in effect for a specified period. If you let your roof fall into disrepair, the warranty coverage might not apply if you didn’t make reasonable efforts to maintain it. Annual inspection and occasional maintenance or repair work shows you’re making a reasonable effort to keep your roof in good shape. Those inspections can also help ensure your homeowner's insurance policy covers storm damage or other structural problems if they cause you to file an insurance claim.

3. Protect Your Home’s Value

A good roof is essential for any home and will help protect the structure and interior against storm damage and general wear and tear from the outdoor elements. When you hire a local roofer to inspect and maintain your roof, your roof should look good and give you a better return on your roofing investment. Your home will be more energy efficient with the durable thermal layer created by the roof, which helps keep your home comfortable. Your home’s value also is maintained when the roof looks good and has many more years of service life remaining.

If your roof hasn’t been checked or maintained recently, it’s likely overdue for an inspection. Call JAM Exteriors today to schedule your roofing services. Our team is happy to help ensure your roof is in great shape.