Sun, Salt and Your Roof
Cape Coral's 355 or so days of sun and its miles of canals are a big part of life here. They're also hard on roofs.
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Sun breaks down shingles and sealants. South- and west-facing slopes age fastest.
Heat
Attic heat bakes the roof from below. Good ventilation helps.
Humidity
Moisture feeds algae and mold, which stain roofs and hold water.
Salt
Salt air corrodes flashing, fasteners and metal roofing near the water.
Cleaning
Soft washing removes algae without damaging tiles or shingles.
Coatings
Reflective coatings on low-slope roofs reduce heat.
Attic signs
Stains on decking and nails rusting in the attic mean moisture problems.
Inspections
Regular checks catch corrosion and wear early.
Next
See roof repair.
Canal-front homes
Houses that back onto the canals get a steady breeze off the water, carrying salt to the roof. Rinsing flashing and gutters with fresh water now and then, and choosing stainless or coated fasteners on a new roof, helps them last.
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Repairs, replacements and storm damage. Tell us what's going on with your roof and we'll pass it straight to a licensed roofer, who will call you to look at the job and give you a quote.
- Shingle, tile, metal and flat roofs
- Cape Coral, Pine Island, Sanibel and Charlotte County
- Get a quote before any work starts
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