Michigan’s fall season signals its arrival with dramatic color changing foliage and bountiful harvests. Michiganders welcome fall with all of its pleasantries. However, one thing always looms at the end of our fall season…. Winter. While it’s important to soak up the magic of our fall season, we must also begin to prepare our homes for Old Man Winter’s frosty bite.
If your family is like ours, you’ve already started counting down the days until Christmas. Recently, my children begin to question where Santa might park his sleigh on our roof. Often we think first to decorate the inside of the house for the holidays. However, this might be a good time to make sure your roof is ready for Santa and his sleigh. Keep in mind a wet, heavy snow can weigh even more than Rudolph and his team.
Really though, as we head into Michigan’s winter months, now is a good time to evaluate the state of your exterior. We have created a list of some common problems our service teams see frequently:
· Torn, lifted, or missing shingles
· Damaged Flashing
· Clogged Gutters
· Leaks or other signs of water damage
· Mold in the attic
· Buckled or sagging roof deck
· Drafty windows or doors
American Classic is happy to offer a free inspection should you feel your home needs an evaluation. Contact our office to get on our teams list.
While on the topic of Christmas, make sure you hang your Christmas lights properly to avoid damaging you exterior. We have some helpful hint on our website click HERE to be redirected.