Winter weather is already known to be unpredictable, but weather in Central Kentucky can change in a moment’s notice. As winter is upon us, it is not uncommon to have 40- 50 degree temperature changes overnight. These rapid temperature changes can have a significant impact on the performance of your roof. For instance, a small tear or blister in a built-up roof can grow from a small void to a large void because of the roof expanding and contracting from temperature swings. We know that there are few structural deficiencies more serious than a damaged roof, which is why we are here to help you maintain your roof’s integrity throughout the winter, and all year round.

We are experts on the subject of roofing, so if you find that your roof has suffered throughout the winter, here are some helpful winter tips and services that ABR Construction can recommend and provide services for:

• Inspect the roof for any repairs that need to be addressed. Procrastinating on fixing a repair can be costly if not addressed immediately and tend to lead to a larger repair in the future.
• Keep your roof clean. Dirt and debris, especially around roof drains and along gutters, can cause roofs to pond water and put undo stress and loads on the roofs. Don’t be the lead story on the news of a roof collapse because of something as simple as making sure your roof is clean.
• Check for ice damming along gutter edges, downspouts, roof scuppers, and at any roof drain.
• Inspect the roof before and after extreme weather events such as high winds, heavy snows, and ice events.
• Try to keep the foot traffic to a minimum in extreme cold conditions. Damage and stress on a roof can be exacerbated from foot traffic

Here in Central Kentucky, we know that it can seem like winter is going to last forever. But keeping on top of maintaining your roof will make sure that you don’t have to worry when spring comes around. Contact ABR Construction today to make sure your roof stands up against the winter weather. We are located in Nicholasville, KY, but also proudly serve these other KY areas: Danville, Richmond, Mount Sterling, Georgetown, Hazard, Pikeville, Somerset, Liberty, and London.