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Numerous reasons can cause sloped roofs to leak, but you can count the usual sources of water intrusion on one hand. Regardless of the design, all residential roofing systems have weak spots that require constant attention if you want to avoid leaks.

Today, A1 Roofing and Construction Company explains which parts of your pitched roofing system are most vulnerable to leaks:
Penetrations
By and large, penetrations are the always the soft underbelly of any roof. These are actual holes waterproofed with sealant and flashing. It only takes one of them to fail to decrease your roof's defense against the elements.

The worst part is, leakage coming from a penetration is tricky to detect. The water doesn't travel a straight path; it could infiltrate the interior several feet away from its actual source. It requires the trained eye of a professional roofing contractor to properly diagnose penetration-related leakage.
Valleys
These are the points where two sloped roofs meet. They create natural passages for water before it reaches the gutters and downspouts. Like penetrations, they're also covered with flashing. When flashings lose their watertight sealing, the rain and snow could get into the valleys and potentially dampen the underlying decking.
Soffits
Located at the underside of roof overhangs, wood soffits could experience decay earlier than expected when the gutters clog. A faulty gutter system doesn't drain water efficiently, allowing some of it to reach the soffits. Excessive moisture would ruin their paint and eventually wreak havoc with their structural integrity.
Eaves
Damaged eaves are a common subject of roof repair jobs. As the overhanging sections of the roof, they're the first casualty of ice damming. When the melting snow flowing from upper-roof surfaces refreezes on the overhangs, the ice would saturate the eaves for a long period. Chronic ice damming would sap their strength, accelerating your roof's deterioration.

Leak prevention is the best roof protection. A1 Roofing and Construction Company offers scheduled inspections and emergency repairs to stop leakage before it even happens. Call us at (401) 265-1019 now to talk about your roof maintenance needs and get a free estimate. We serve Warwick and Providence, RI, New Bedford, MA, and other nearby communities.

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It's not something you're likely to think about, nor see as you pull up to your house; it's roof damage. After a week of storms, we're usually happy to see the clouds part and the sun shine through. But remember that those storms could have caused significant damage to your roof - from either hail or high winds. The roof may have bang-ups, loose shingles and/or spots of missing asphalt. If the roof is old or you suspect it's got some issues - give us a call. We're the experts and we'll be looking for all the possible signs of damage that an insurance company would require to cover the cost of a new roof.

Wind Can Cause Damage to Your Home

Homeowners are often surprised to hear that wind can cause damage to their homes. High winds can cause hazards to your property and surrounding areas - hazards such as fallen branches, uprooted trees and torn down power lines. While these dangers are what we picture after a big storm, the wind itself can also result in structural damage to your home. When high winds hit a roof, shingles can loosen or fall off. If wind speeds are very high, even new, secure shingles can tear away. Other wind damage to a roof includes damage caused by falling objects and debris such as tree branches and downed powerlines.

Wind Damaged Roofs

Roofs are very susceptible to wind damage, in part because high winds do not hit roofs uniformly. Rather, wind tends to cause damage to the edges of the roof, or areas of the roof that are already loose. These loose parts of the roof are easy targets because winds can more easily rip up loose shingles, causing a chain reaction. Roofs are commonly damaged by falling objects and debris as well. Eventually, after prolonged wind damage, your roof can start to leak or rot due to water exposure.

What is the best roof for high winds?

If you want the best roof for high winds, the decking under the shingles needs to be strong and sturdy, and your fastners should be high-quality. Craftsmanship is also important. Some metal roofing can withstand wind speeds of more than 150 mph.

Wind Speed Damage

So what wind speeds do you need to be worried about?

45 - 57 mph

According to the National Weather Service, slight damage can begin when winds reach 45 mph, but this range is considered "non-severe". These non-severe winds may cause some tree branches to break off and can cause damage to already loose or susceptible shingles.

58 - 74 mph

This is when winds turn severe and cause significant damage to landscaping and structures. At this range, wind will take down whole tree limbs, begin to uproot trees, rip off shingles that were in good condition and cause issues with chimneys.

75+ mph

At this speed, wind will cause widespread damage to trees, flip mobile homes and cause significant roof damage to commercial buildings and homes.

Identifying Wind Damage to Your Roof

If you've recently experienced winds of 45 mph or higher, then call us and we will get outside and take a look at your roof for some of the common signs of roof damage. Signs of wind damage on a roof include loose or missing shingles, chimney issues, curling or peeling shingles, granule loss, damaged soffit or fascia and indoor leaks. High winds can also cause tree branches to fall and damage a roof.

Spots of Granules Missing from your Shingles
Like hail, wind can cause loss of granules (the sandpaper-like part of the shingle). The first place we look to determine if you have missing granules is by inspecting your gutters for the granules, as this is where they tend to pile up.

Edge of Roof Curling from Peeling Shingles
The edges and other pressure points on the roof are most likely to sustain damage from wind. During our inspection we'll look for curling shingles where the wind took hold and began to peel the shingles. Shingles keep out water, so if they're loose it will lead to water damage and a quickly deteriorating roof.

Entire Shingles Missing from the Roof
One of the easiest ways to tell that you have a wind damaged roof is the loss of entire shingles. If you find shingles in your yard or around your house, you'll definitely want to have a professional come out and look at what else could cause you trouble. Strong winds can completely rip shingles off leaving your roof vulnerable.

Cracks or Tears in a Flat, Rubber Roof
If you have a flat roof, we'll look for missing pieces or tears in the material. Wind can lift up the material and rip it away or leave it with bubbles which hurts the integrity of the covering.

Damaged Soffit or Fascia
Like shingles, soffit and fascia keep water away from the roof, reducing the chances of getting a leak. When damaged, soffit and fascia can open your home up to water damage and stray critters snaking in. Wind can cause cracks, loose or bent areas or even blow off loose fascia entirely.

Chimneys
Is your chimney looking a little crooked? This should tip you off to a problem. Sometimes we find missing spots of lashing, which breaks the sealing around the chimney and lets in water.

Leaks and indoor signs of roof damage
It might seem counterintuitive to go inside your home to look for roof damage, but the signs might be written on the walls. If you see discoloration, wet spots or peeling paint, there's a good chance your roof is leaking. We've got an entire article focused solely on what can happen if you ignore storm damage.

How to Repair a Wind Damaged Roof

Roof damage caused by wind can absolutely be repaired. The scope of the repair will depend on the damage, ranging from shingle replacement all the way to a new roof. If you notice damage to your roof, schedule a property evaluation right away, because damage will only worsen the longer your roof and home are exposed.

After we assess your property and use our cutting edge drones to identify damage, we'll sit down with you to discuss the level of damage. Our roof inspections are free!

Is Wind Damage Covered By Insurance? Filing an Insurance Claim for Roof Damage Caused by Wind

We often hear people ask if roof damage was caused by wind or some other weather-related factor, which a homeowner may believe is covered by their insurance.

If you are asking that type of question, we recommend that you first call the Des Moines roofing contractors Superstorm Restoration for your free drone roof inspection. If you are dealing with roof damage caused by wind, you may be able to submit a homeowners insurance claim. Check your homeowners insurance policy to find out if wind damage is covered by insurance. At Superstorm Restoration, our storm damage repair team will educate you on the cause of your roof damage, necessary repairs, and cost thereof, so you have the information you need in the event you choose to file a claim with your insurer. We will ensure that nothing is missed in term of the necessary repairs to your roof.

Time for Your Free Drone Inspection

If you're worried that your roof, softs or fascia were damaged by high winds, call Superstorm Restoration for a free property and drone evaluation. Our team of experts will assess the damage and help you decide what to do next!

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It's not something you're likely to think about, nor see as you pull up to your house; it's roof damage. After a week of storms, we're usually happy to see the clouds part and the sun shine through. But remember that those storms could have caused significant damage to your roof - from either hail or high winds.

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If you grew up believing that deciduous trees are trees with broad leaves that drop their leaves in the fall and that coniferous trees are evergreen trees with fine needles, you might be surprised to learn that this is only partially correct. This common description, often found in grade-school textbooks, may be accurate, but it doesn't tell the whole story.

Deciduous refers to any tree that drops its leaves in the fall and goes dormant during cold weather. When the weather warms, deciduous trees produce new leaves. Although most deciduous trees are broadleaf trees, this in not always the case. Some trees with needles are also deciduous trees.

Coniferous trees are often referred to as evergreens, and the name is associated with trees that have needles instead of broad, flat leaves. Although this is true in many cases, it isn't always true. A coniferous tree is any tree that reproduces via cones.

Some coniferous trees are also deciduous. Some, such as larch and tamarack (Larix spp.), have needles and cones but also lose their leaves in the fall. These trees typically grow wild in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 2 through 6. The pond cypress (Taxodium ascends) thrives in USDA zones 6 through 9 and is also a deciduous coniferous tree. These trees prefer full sun and adapt to a variety of soils.

Some evergreen trees are neither coniferous or deciduous. Rhododendron (Rhododendron spp.) have broad, flat leaves that remain green all year. These trees, or shrubs, thrive in USDA planting zones 4a through 8a, depending on the cultivar. The mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) is another evergreen broadleaf tree, which thrives in USDA planting zones 4 through 9. Both prefer full sun.

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What most people think when they hear 'conifer'

So what is a conifer tree, anyway? While this seems like a simple question, it has a complicated answer. Most of us have a vague idea; it's like, a pine tree, right? Well, pines are conifers, but why? And what else is a conifer and is it always a tree? Always evergreen? Always green?

Conifers are, most simply, plants that have cones. So yes, pine trees are conifers; we all know about pine cones!

Cones on Eastern white pine (Pinus strobus) photo by Janice LeCocq

However, some conifers, such a yews, have fleshy cone that look more like fruit. Here's a photo: Yew 'fruit'

Other conifers, such as cypress and junipers, have cones with fused scales that look more like berries than what we think of as cones. What all of these bodies have in common is that the actual seeds are 'naked' and not enclosed within fruits, as in the flowering plants.

Are all conifers pine trees? No, there are spruce and fir and cypress and redwoods and dozens more. However, the pine family is the largest family within conifers, and both spruces and firs are members of the pine family (Pinaceae) so for most of us, many of the conifers with which we are most familiar, are pines!

Are all conifers trees? We all know that classic, Christmas tree shape, and unfortunately conifers get tagged as boring because there is an idea that all conifers look like that. Did you know that conifers naturally occur in 10 completely different shapes, from tall and upright to weeping to flat and spreading? Conifer shapes

All conifers are not evergreen! Ever heard of a bald cypress, the denizens of the Southern bayous? They got the nickname 'bald' because they lose their needles in the winter. So do larch and dawn redwood, but they are still conifers, because they bear cones.

Not only are all conifers not evergreen, they are not all green! Colorado blue spruce is vividly blue, many other conifers are vibrant yellow or gold, and you can find colors ranging from silver and white through yellows and blues to purple, brown and reddish at different times of the year. Oh, and of course, green!

Gold, green and blue and they are all conifers! Photo by Janice LeCocq

So ok, we get it now, conifers are complicated, but they all have cones and we know that they all have needles instead of leaves, right? Well...sorry to make it even MORE complicated, but there are a few conifers that don't have needles, they have leaves! Native to Australia, they don't look anything like our idea of conifers. So what makes them conifers then? Remember the first bullet point: they bear cones!

Conifers, far from being boring, are one of the most exciting group of plants in the kingdom. While there are only around 800 conifers that occur in nature (as compared to perhaps 28,000 orchids), due to chance mutations and plant breeding, there are thousands of cultivars (short for 'cultivated variety') that are wonderful focal points and accents to the garden and landscape.

Conifers add color to the garden all year long! Photo by Janice LeCocq

So add color, year-round interest, texture and structure to your garden by planting some dwarf conifers! join the American Conifer Society to learn more and to connect to a nationwide group of plant lovers!

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Remember what deciduous means by learning the Latin root. Get the definition here, plus a list of examples of such trees, shrubs, and vines.

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Trees that change color, such as maples, oaks, and hickories, offer beautiful, colorful foliage during the fall season. As the days get shorter, these deciduous trees drop their leaves to conserve energy and prepare for the cool, dark days ahead.

This phenomenon makes autumn one of the most visually spectacular seasons of the year for those of us in temperate climates. So which trees put on the best show? Read on to learn more about popular deciduous trees that provide brilliant fall color, as well as the trees' other notable features.

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Trees that change color are the ultimate signifier of autumn, adding a vast array of red, orange, and yellow hues to the landscape.

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If you prefer a view of mountains over a level plain, then changing the grade of a flat yard is an idea worth exploring. It's not possible to make mountains in a landscape where they don't exist, but sculpting small hills and valleys in a yard adds interest in a different way. Broad, undulating mounds provide a naturalized appearance, and they improve drainage for plants and block unwanted sounds and/or views.

Laying Out Mounds and Berms

Circular or oval mounds work best near the center of an open area, where they become a natural focal point. A single specimen tree planted on the center of a mound is a strong vertical axis to draw the eye; situate smaller plants in a radiating pattern around the tree to give a sense of unity and coherence to the planting. Berms are elongated mounds, and they are used best around the periphery of an open area. Plant them with a border of perennials to frame a garden with a colorful display.

Using Soil from Onsite

A dramatic change in elevation occurs when soil is excavated from an area and piled into a mound in the adjacent area. Every foot of soil excavated is a foot of soil added to the mound, with a net change of 2 feet in elevation. The low-lying area will collect rainwater and cause it to percolate into the soil under the mound, watering the mound's plants from below. Call all of your utility companies before digging up your yard to ensure no buried pipes or lines are in the way.

Importing Soil

If digging sounds too laborious or is unfeasible, then purchase soil. The best material to use is known as "screened topsoil;" it has a loose, even texture, and all roots, rocks and debris have been removed it. Avoid using "fill dirt" for planting because it has little to no nutritive value for plants. A landscape supply company will dump a load of soil anywhere in your yard its workers can access with a dump truck. Use a regular wheelbarrow to transport the delivered soil to the specific location you want to use it in your yard, or consider using a rented motorized wheelbarrow to make the job easier.

Considering Design

Hills, berms and mounds need a gentle slope to have a natural appearance. A ratio of 1 foot of rise in elevation for every 5 feet across the slope is mild and pleasing to the eyes; it also prevents erosion problems. If that ratio is maintained, the size of the hill is limited by only the size of the yard and your ability to move the soil. Large berms are highly effective at blocking sound, and hedges planted on a mound have a head start at screening in the yard.

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How to Add Hills to a Yard. If you prefer a view of mountains over a level plain, then changing the grade of a flat yard is an idea worth exploring. It's not possible to make mountains in a landscape where they don't exist, but sculpting small hills and valleys in a yard adds interest in a different way.

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In the fields of horticulture and botany, the term deciduous means "falling off at maturity" and "tending to fall off", in reference to trees and shrubs that seasonally shed leaves, usually in the autumn; to the shedding of petals, after flowering; and to the shedding of ripe fruit.

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In the fields of horticulture and botany, the term deciduous means "falling off at maturity" and "tending to fall off", in reference to trees and shrubs that seasonally shed leaves, usually in the autumn; to the shedding of petals, after flowering; and to the shedding of ripe fruit.

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