{"id":370,"date":"2020-01-13T18:36:03","date_gmt":"2020-01-13T18:36:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.advaluminum.com\/blog\/?page_id=370"},"modified":"2020-01-14T20:59:54","modified_gmt":"2020-01-14T20:59:54","slug":"metal-roof-maintenance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.advaluminum.com\/blog\/metal-roof-maintenance\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide for Metal Roof\u00a0Maintenance"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"When it comes to maintaining your metal roof, one of the primary maintenance elements is built right into the roofing material: metal. Metal is strong and durable and will withstand all kinds of weather and seismic events that other roofs eventually will crumble under.<\/p>\n

Still, there are a few thin s that you as a homeowner can do to further preserve the life and luster of your metal roof. Here are some guidelines.<\/p>\n

Cleaning Metal Roofs<\/h2>\n

The primary maintenance job for a metal roof is keeping it clean. When regularly cleaned, metal roofing materials<\/a> will give you top performance for 40 or 50 or more years.<\/p>\n

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But if leaves, branch pieces, dirt and other debris sit for long periods on the roof, the metal can start to suffer damage.<\/p>\n

Most surfaces including wood,\u00a0clay, asphalt shingles and yes, metal, will begin to erode in dark, damp\u00a0conditions that prevent air flow. Those conditions are\u00a0brought about when large\u00a0amounts of dust, tree debris and sludge from rain runoff are allowed to remain\u00a0on the roof\u2019s surface for extended periods.<\/p>\n

Mold and mildew, in particular,\u00a0thrive in damp areas where there\u2019s little or no ventilation. Dampness also\u00a0leads to rusting. Even when a metal roof is properly\u00a0coated in the factory,\u00a0wetness and debris can finally begin to eat through the coating and cause harm\u00a0to the roofing material. Rust, mold and erosion also will mar\u00a0the beautiful\u00a0appearance of your metal roof.<\/p>\n

How to clean your metal roof<\/h2>\n

Fortunately, keeping a metal roof clean isn\u2019t difficult, as long as you perform the job regularly. Typically, every year or 18 months is sufficient, but ask your roofing contractor about the ideal schedule based on the region where you live, the climate in the region and the amount of debris that generally falls or builds up on your roof.<\/p>\n

Basic metal roof cleaning should\u00a0involve a pressure wash system, not just a hose with a sprayer. The machine\u00a0should be set on medium (not the highest spray\u00a0velocity) and the ideal cleaning\u00a0solution is a TSP\/water mixture with a ratio of a half cup per gallon.<\/p>\n

In between more thorough\u00a0cleanings, you can always use a hose or leaf blower to remove small buildups\u00a0from the roof.<\/p>\n

\"MetalSafety on the roof<\/h2>\n

Keep in mind that metal, especially when wet, is a lot more slippery than standard asphalt shingles. You should only get up on your roof and walk around on it during cleaning if you\u2019re experienced in the process. There are roof maintenance services that specialize in this kind of work, so you should consider turning the job over to one of them.<\/p>\n

Because of the varieties in metal\u00a0roof styles and the differences in regional climates and other factors, your\u00a0roofing contractor or the roof material manufacturer is\u00a0your best source to\u00a0learn specifically how to maintain your metal roof for peak performance.<\/p>\n

Learn about cleaning a metal roof\u00a0and all the benefits a sturdy new metal roof can offer you. Call the experts,\u00a0Advanced Aluminum of Lakeland, FL, to get the info\u00a0you need. We build\u00a0exceptional metal roofing products used by top contractors across the Lakeland\u00a0region<\/a>. Reach us today at (863) 648-5787.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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